Science

Spending time outside one day each week helps students find a sense of calm and become careful observers of the natural world.

Digital media has the potential to be hands-on and playful. These online platforms encourage young students to engage in open-ended exploration.

Removing summative assessments from instructional practice can make class more interesting, engaging, and stress free for students.

Science fiction is a great entry point for helping elementary and middle school students think about science in new ways.

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

How science teachers can use ELL strategies to help students have a better grasp of the vocabulary of science.

An inquiry-focused method gives students a way to connect scientific ideas to their experiences and apply their learning.

Teachers can guide students to be in control of their learning by asking questions that promote reflection and engaging class discussions.

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.

What happens when students can opt to skip tests and instead give oral presentations or create art to show what they know?

With a little creativity, students can still take part in science experiments and discussions while learning at home.

By creating opportunities for students to study outside, teachers can connect their classes to nature through hands-on lessons.