Name: Science Behind the News: Extrasolar Planets @Nbclearn
Uploaded: 2020-05-05T01:29:31-0400
Duration: 8 min 17 s
Description: Extrasolar planets, or exoplanets, are planets that orbit stars other than our sun. Astronomers like Dr. William Welsh at San Diego State University primarily use two methods to detect these distant planets: Doppler and Transit methods. Science Behind the News is produced in partnership with the National Science Foundation.

Schools In Action: Sharing Laughs at Northview Elementary Schools Joke-Ha-Thon @Nbclearn

Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

The students and staff at Northview Elementary School in Howards Grove, Wisconsin have been involved in Red Nose Day since Principal Jason Cole brought it to the school in 2016. This year, they're excited to participate in the Joke-Ha-Thon to raise money to help end childhood poverty. Developed in partnership with NBC News Learn. To learn more about Red Nose Day: RedNoseDay.org

Schools In Action: Sharing Laughs at Northview Elementary Schools Joke-Ha-Thon

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