Join Explorer Varun Swamy, whose work focuses on using citizen science to collect valuable data for long-term research and conservation of the Peruvian Amazon. He uses drones to study the life cycle of Amazonian trees and engages the public on the ways we can protect the invaluable rainforest ecosystem.

Explorer Classroom is an interactive session that connects learners with National Geographic Explorers for short lessons and Q&A. After the featured Explorer’s lesson, your students will have a chance to have their questions answered in real time! This event is recommended for student groups in grades 9-12 and will take place on February 22nd @ 2pm ET. A recording of the event will be available to watch on-demand on our YouTube channel if your students cannot attend live.

This event is hosted in collaboration withNational Geographic Learning.

This school year, each month will be organized around a specific theme to help students build an #ExplorerMindset. February’s theme is Exploration! We’ll focus on building the attitudes of curiosity and empathy, and the skills of using geographic practices, geographic perspectives and critical thinking. Explorers will demonstrate the 21st Century Skills of creativity and innovation. The related standards are Earth’s Systems, Ecosystems, Geography and Physical Science. Teachers, we’ve also created a new interactive guide, Explorer Mindset in Action! Share this with your students to take them on a learning journey with each of our Explorers that sparks curiosity, builds empathy, and empowers ALL learners to take action.

#ExplorerClassroom is for everyone! All events are free.

There are two ways to participate in the virtual event, as a featured class on screen or watching live on YouTube. If space is available, you may request to be a featured class during the registration process.