Online Learning
You don't have to be in school to keep learning! Check out these FREE space resources.
This "online library" is a collection of FREE learning resources for anyone interested in learning about space! Important Note: This information is for educational purposes only. SCOPE-NM does not endorse any particular entity.
💻 FREE Learning Programs
NASA Transform to Open Science [External Link]
In 2023, NASA unveiled this free curriculum as part of a five-year program to educate scientists, researchers, and the general public about open-source data. Complete courses and learn about space data, research, and current events.
NASA L’SPACE Program [External Link]
This free 12-week program trains any undergraduate STEM student for careers in the space industry. Students complete team projects modeled after real-world space missions. Students who have attended this program highly recommend it in order to earn a paid NASA internship. Applications open every spring and fall semester.
NASA Citizen Science Projects [External Link]
A Citizen Science Project is an opportunity for the general public to participate in collaborative science and research missions. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to participate. Citizen Science Projects provide everything you need to know to get involved.
The Astropy Project [External Link]
Join this free community dedicated to data science and astronomy in the Python programming language. Access and develop coding packages to code with extensive astronomy data.
🎙️ Podcasts
Prefer to listen during a busy commute? We've got you covered.
*Denotes a student- or fellow-led podcast.
Best for General Interest. Select from 15+ podcasts by NASA and discover current space events.
Informational Interviews. From leading scientists to rising stars, listen to the stories and advice of game changers in the space industry.
Local Podcasts. Learn more about current events and big news for New Mexico!
For Industry Professionals. Hear from a variety of space market professionals, new each day!
T-Minus Space Daily, by N2K Space [Website]
📰 Professional Newsletters
These newsletters are free and delivered by email or physical mailing address.
Best for General Interest. For those who are new to the space industry or exploring new interests.
Military & Defense. Read by leading companies, senior military officials, and decision-makers around the world.
Entrepreneurship & Business. For new startups and key players in the space economy.
Space Research. For scientists, researchers, policymakers, and humanitarians interested in bettering life on Earth.
👨🏽🚀 NASA Resources
👨🏿💻 Data & Coding: Visit NASA Open Innovation Sites.
📰 NASA Newsletters: Did you know that NASA has more than 25 active newsletters—in addition to a virtual guest list? They also publish content in Spanish. Be sure to visit the complete list and check out the other publications!
NASA EXPRESS (K-12)
📚 NASA E-Books [External Link]
🧩 NASA Games & Interactives [External Link]
📸 NASA Images & Media [External Link]
🎥 NASA Film & Documentary Guidelines [External Link]
🎙️ NASA Podcasts [External Link]
🌐 Follow NASA on Social Media [External Link]