NGSS-Aligned Physical Science for ALL
The Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ (Active IPC) curriculum provided by Activate Learning includes project-based physics and chemistry content fully aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for physical science.
The Active IPC program includes print and digital curriculum materials, science kits for hands-on investigations, and professional learning for educators.
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On the Activate Learning Digital Platform
Kits
Materials & Supplies
Professional Learning
Three-Dimensional
Project-Based Approach
Students conduct investigations and engage in the Engineering Design Cycle as they iteratively work towards completing the Chapter Challenge.
Students Learn Like Scientists and Engineers
Students ask questions, plan and conduct investigations, and explain phenomena using appropriate tools and models.
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Professional Learning is provided by our team of education specialists.
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Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry Curriculum Details
The Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ high school science curriculum integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: force, motion, energy, matter, sound production, storage, and transmission. Anchoring, Investigative, and Everyday Phenomena are highlighted throughout each chapter.
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STEM Chapter Challenges
Interesting and meaningful Chapter Challenges motivate students to learn and remember the physics and chemistry content. Research shows that this project-based approach promotes excitement and meaningful learning for ALL students.
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Student Centered
Active IPC engages students in investigations and puts students at the center of the learning, equipping students with essential 21st century skills that prepare them for their post-high school careers.
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Language Supports for Multilingual Learners
Embedded language supports are built into our digital platform, including translation for over 130 languages and text-to-speech with read-along highlighting.
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NGSS Alignment
The Active IPC program reflects the full scope of Physical Science content standards for high school, aligned to NGSS.
Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry Research-Based Design
Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ fosters scientifically literate students who will be prepared for the workforce, able to make informed decisions, and contribute as productive citizens in the 21st Century.
Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ is research-based.
Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry content was supported through National Science Foundation funding and consequently produced through rigorous, iterative, research-based development cycles. The content is based on cognitive science research encapsulated in the 7E Instructional Model.
Students develop communication and collaboration skills.
In Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™, students develop a community of practice and a culture of collaboration and communication. The Chapter Challenge presentations provide students with opportunities to engage in scientific arguments using evidence and scientific knowledge and promote a deeper understanding through public practice.
Students learn like scientists.
The science and engineering practices, as described in A Framework for K-12 Science Education, are integrated throughout the curriculum. Students engage with complex situations and collaborate on what they need to learn in order to manage the situation effectively.
Digital Platform
The Activate Learning Digital Platform (ALDP) hosts the interactive digital edition of the Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ teacher and student curriculum materials.
The platform is designed for student accessibility and inclusion and offers embedded translation for over 130 languages, text-to-speech with read-along highlighting in 35 languages, and sentence starter prompts.
Featuring an intuitive user experience, teachers have everything they need to Plan, Teach, Assign, and Assess lessons in a platform that is integrated with leading SIS rostering and Learning Management Systems such as Google Classroom, Schoology, and Canvas.
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