Science

Schools and districts can help students make connections between course content, environmental issues, and public policy.

The National Park Service has great resources for students to do real environmental science work—even if they don’t visit a park.

In the classroom, GIFs can help clarify complex processes—and students can easily create their own to share their understanding.

Writing improves learning by consolidating information in long-term memory, researchers explain. Plus, five engaging writing activities to use in all subjects.

Plants can illustrate how different people need different things to be nourished—and how equality and equity differ.

New research reveals that when science, reading, and math come together in rigorous hands-on projects, student collaboration, engagement, and achievement can soar.

A new study shows that when implemented well, AP courses built around project-based learning can raise test scores for all students, including those in traditionally underserved demographics.

Exposing students to discrepant events and online simulations can spark wonder and motivate them to investigate science beyond the classroom.

Teaching about coronavirus can make learning more relevant while helping students cope with feelings of uncertainty and instability.

While the idea of teaching physics without formal training in the subject can be daunting, it can be done with just a little help.

It’s not easy to help students feel connected when everyone isn’t in the same room, but these science teachers found a way to make it work.

Shedding light on inequity in science fields bolsters students’ critical thinking skills and sense of self-efficacy in science. A free curriculum helps teachers get started.

With carefully crafted statements that incorporate vocabulary and prompt discussion, students learn scientific terms and concepts more readily.

A well-designed STEM activity helps elementary students understand the basics of physics and design thinking.

Meeting professionals of color in science, technology, engineering, and math can be a game changer for high school students.