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Free Tools to Help Students Explore Engineering Careers and Envision Their Future

In middle school and high school science and engineering classrooms, connecting abstract concepts to real-world applications is a powerful way...
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Making Sense of Phenomena in OpenSciEd

Making Sense of Phenomena in OpenSciEd Quick Take: Phenomena are the heart of OpenSciEd's approach to science instruction. Rather than...
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Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: 10 Ways to Say Thanks (and Enter to Win!)

Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: 10 Ways to Say Thanks (and Enter to Win!) Quick Take: Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 is...
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April Research Roundup: Recent STEM News, Research, and Resources

April Research Roundup: Recent STEM News, Research, and Resources The recent launch of OpenSciEd K-5 brings fresh energy and opportunity...
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Beyond the Numbers: How 5 Michigan Districts Achieved 70%+ Science Proficiency with IQWST

Beyond the Numbers: How 5 Michigan Districts Achieved 70%+ Science Proficiency with IQWST Quick Take: Five of Michigan's top 10...
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Activate Learning Shines at NSTA 2025: A Recap of Our Exciting Innovations in Science Education

Activate Learning Shines at NSTA 2025: A Recap of Our Exciting Innovations in Science Education The NSTA 2025 National Conference...
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Celebrating Women in STEM: Pioneers of Innovation

Celebrating Women in STEM: Pioneers of Innovation Celebrating Women in STEM: Pioneers of Innovation March is Women's History Month, and...
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Free Earth Science Poster: What Are Sustainable Development Goals?

Announcing the NEW EarthComm 4th Edition: Updated and Sustainability-Focused Written By: Lindsay Mossa The NEW edition of EarthComm (4th) that...
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Activate Learning Announces Expansion of OpenSciEd Partnership to Offer OpenSciEd K-5

Activate Learning Announces Expansion of OpenSciEd Partnership to Offer OpenSciEd K-5 Activate Learning Expands Partnership with OpenSciEd K-5 In a...
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