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Breaking from the Past: How Sumter School District Navigated the OpenSciEd Pedagogical Shift

March 13, 2026
Breaking from the Past: How Sumter School District Navigated the OpenSciEd Pedagogical Shift Quick Take: Choosing OpenSciEd is often the...
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Coherence That Clicks: The Power of Storylines in OpenSciEd Elementary

February 20, 2026
Coherence That Clicks: The Power of Storylines in OpenSciEd Elementary Quick Take: OpenSciEd Elementary is redefining science instruction with a...
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February Research Roundup: Bring Science to Life with STEM News and Upcoming Observances

February 6, 2026
February Research Roundup: Bring Science to Life with STEM News and Upcoming Observances This time of year brings no shortage...
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How to Pair OpenSciEd’s On-Demand Teacher Support Library with the Activate Learning Digital Platform

January 9, 2026
How to Pair OpenSciEd's On-Demand Teacher Support Library with the Activate Learning Digital Platform Teaching OpenSciEd is an exciting opportunity...
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November Research Roundup: STEM News and Resources for Science Educators

November 11, 2025
November Research Roundup: STEM News and Resources for Science Educators The pace of scientific discovery is accelerating, offering students more...
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OpenSciEd Elementary: A New Era of K–5 Science Education

October 20, 2025
OpenSciEd Elementary: A New Era of K-5 Science Education Quick Take: OpenSciEd Elementary is transforming how K-5 students learn science...
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Celebrate Science This October: Earth Science Week & National Chemistry Week

October 13, 2025
October is a month full of opportunities to spark curiosity and deepen students' connection to science. Two major national observances,...
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Back-to-School Pacing Tips for OpenSciEd Classrooms

September 12, 2025
Back-to-School Pacing Tips for OpenSciEd Classrooms Quick Take: Pacing is one of the most common challenges teachers face when first...
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Science in the Seasons: Classroom Connections for Fall Observances

September 4, 2025
September is full of opportunities to spark curiosity and connect science learning to the real world. From cleaning up coastlines...
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