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Activate Innovation: When It Comes to the Future of Science Kits – the Sky’s the Limit! (part 3)

June 23, 2023
QuickTake: The future of science education is being shaped by increasing digitalization, a focus on global issues, and AI. Science...
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Catch the ‘Aha’ Moment: Snapshot Webinars on 3-Dimensional Learning to Ignite Your Science Classroom!

June 9, 2023
Quick Take: Are you looking for ways to get your students curious and motivated to engage in science? Join us for...
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What’s a Driving Question Board and How Does It Shift Students from Learning Science to Actively DOING Science?

May 19, 2023
Quick Take: The Driving Question Board is a powerful tool for transforming science education that prepares students for STEM careers...
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The Secret Sauce in Our Science Kits: Creating Win-Win Solutions for Teachers and School Districts (part 2)

May 19, 2023
As with any good recipe for success, there are always a few hurdles to jump. When asked about the challenges...
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Unlocking Young Minds: Giving K-5 Science Students a Jump Start on STEM Careers (part 3)

May 8, 2023
Welcome to the final part of our three-part blog series on introducing K-5 science students to the exciting fields of...
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Building Science Kits with Heart and Soul: Innovation and Student Empowerment Through Hands-On Learning (part 1)

April 26, 2023
"Every book we ship, every kit we ship, every Professional Learning we conduct, offers opportunity. Opportunity for the teacher to...
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Unlocking Young Minds: How to Teach Engineering to K-5 Students and Make It Stick! (part 2)

March 29, 2023
We're excited to back with part two of our three-part series on Elementary STEM education! In part one of this...
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Case Study: Igniting a Science Education Transformation in Ascension Parish School District with IQWST and OpenSciEd

March 20, 2023
New Case Study featuring Ascension Parish Schools Challenge: Ascension Parish Schools needed to overcome pandemic-induced learning loss and improve student...
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What is Phenomena-Based Learning and How Does it Engage Students?

March 7, 2023
Quick Take: Phenomena-based learning can help students develop important 21st century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration....
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