Discover three practical strategies to increase student engagement in science classrooms by shifting from memorization to inquiry, collaboration, and real-world connections.
Chemistry Minilab
This comprehensive Chemistry minilab lesson plan provides a collection of engaging, hands-on investigations designed to bring core chemistry concepts to life.
Biology Minilab
Explore hands-on experiences to enhance students’ understanding of biological concepts and foster a deeper appreciation for the scientific process with National Geographic Biology minilabs.
Career Pathways for High School Science Students
Discover how to integrate career-connected learning and STEM pathways into classroom instruction to increase student engagement, build real-world skills, and prepare learners for future careers. This blog shares practical strategies like role-playing scientists, simulating research teams, and using career-focused resources to help students explore career options and develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Creating Science Lessons That Work for All Students
This blog post explores how educators can create inclusive and engaging science instruction that supports all learners through the integration of NGSS and UDL frameworks. Learn practical instructional strategies that foster accessible, meaningful learning experiences for every student.
Meet the Explorer: Bringing Ocean Mysteries to Life with Diva Amon and Sea Pigs
Explore how real-world science comes to life through the work of deep-sea researcher Diva Amon, using curiosity-driven learning to engage students in biology. This blog highlights how educators can connect NGSS practices to real scientists and discoveries, helping students see science through real examples and experiences.
Leveraging Math Instruction to Support Financial Literacy
This blog highlights foundational mathematics topics across grade bands that can serve as entry points for financial literacy discussions. With purposeful guiding questions and a focus on real-world connections, including careers, educators can discover practical ways to integrate financial literacy into everyday math instruction.
Building Success in Mathematics: Teaching with HQIM to Empower with Teacher Supports
Sustainable student success starts with supported teachers. This blog post emphasizes the role of collaboration, clarity, and professional learning in driving lasting instructional impact. When teachers are supported, classrooms become places of growth for everyone.
Building Success in Mathematics: A Journey of Impact, Connection, and Collective Growth
In the conclusion of our Building Success in Mathematics series, Dr. Sophie Specjal reflects on how the 10 High-Impact Teaching Strategies work together to create classrooms grounded in clarity, connection, and collective growth. This final post brings the series full circle, reminding us that meaningful mathematics instruction is built through purpose, collaboration, and belief in every learner.
Building Success in Mathematics: Teaching with HQIM to Support Usability for Learners
Sustainable student success starts with supported teachers. This blog post emphasizes the role of collaboration, clarity, and professional learning in driving lasting instructional impact. When teachers are supported, classrooms become places of growth for everyone.