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The Power of Project-Based Learning: Connecting High School STEM to the Real World (part 1)

October 13, 2023
Welcome to the first in our 3-part blog series delving into the future of high school STEM education. As we...
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Empowering Student Voices: The Power of Equitable Discussions in Science Education with OpenSciEd

September 22, 2023
Quick Take: Our recent Snapshot Webinar on 3D learning uncovers the transformative power of OpenSciEd in fostering equitable discussions in...
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Fall 2023 Events: Experience Investigation-Centered Science with the Activate Learning Science Curriculum Team!

September 13, 2023
Fall into Investigation-Centered Science with Activate Learning The leaves are changing, and the cool breeze means autumn is here, but...
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Snapshot Strategies and Resources: Student Sensemaking in OpenSciEd

August 30, 2023
Quick Take: The second session of our Snapshot Webinars on 3-Dimensional Learning: Student Sensemaking, takes you on a journey from...
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Meet the New Curriculum Kid on the Block: The OpenSciEd High School Science Program Blasts Off!

August 16, 2023
Teachers and school leaders are pumped! Over the past 2 years, over 300 educators in 10 states have been giving...
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The Top 5 ‘Aha Moments’ from Our 3D Learning Webinar on Making Thinking Visible

July 31, 2023
Quick Take: The first session of our 5-part webinar series, Snapshot Webinars on 3-Dimensional Learning to Ignite Your Science Classroom, was...
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What is Investigation-Centered Science and How Does It Foster Hands-On STEM Education?

July 25, 2023
Quick Take: Investigation-Centered Science is pedagogical approach that emphasizes experiential learning, empowering students to actively engage in scientific investigations. IQWST...
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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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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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