Emerging Trends and Methodologies in Science Education
This page offers a curated list of online resources that support the latest educational trends and innovative teaching approaches shaping the future of science education.
STEM Integration: Emphasize the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in curriculum and teaching strategies.
Teach Engineering Digital LibraryA resource providing teacher-tested, standards-based engineering content for K-12 teachers to use in science and math classrooms.
Next Gen STEM for EducatorsProvides a plethora of resources for STEM education, including lesson plans, classroom activities, and multimedia materials.
The Concord Consotiumoffers innovative STEM resources, including interactive simulations and lesson plans
PhET Interactive SimulationsCreated by the University of Colorado Boulder, offering free interactive math and science simulations.
PBS LearningMediaaccess to the best of public media and delivers research-based, classroom-ready digital learning experiences
Inquiry-Based Learning: Focus on student-led exploration and investigation, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Project-Based Learning (PBL): Encourage students to learn and apply knowledge and skills through engaging projects that solve real-world problems.
Buck Institute for Education (BIE)a comprehensive range of resources on PBL, including project ideas, planning forms, and professional development materials
Edutopia – Project-Based LearningA resource hub for PBL, providing articles, videos, and practical tips for educators
PBLWorksa collection of project ideas, planning tools, and professional development resources specifically focused on PBL
High Tech High Project Repositorya collection of projects designed and implemented by teachers at High Tech High, a leader in PBL
The Learning Network by The New York Timesreal-world project ideas, lesson plans, and classroom activities based on current events and issues
Culturally Responsive Teaching: Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse cultural backgrounds and learning styles of students.
Technology-Enhanced Learning: Use digital tools and resources, like virtual labs, simulations, and interactive software, to enhance the learning experience.
Khan AcademyA vast array of free online courses, lessons, and practice across many subjects, with a strong emphasis on technology use in education
EdXfree online courses from universities around the world, ideal for enhancing technological aspects in teaching
Gamification: Use game design elements in non-game contexts to enhance student engagement and motivation.
ClasscraftA gamification platform designed to increase student engagement, motivation, and learning by turning the classroom into a role-playing game
Kahoot!A game-based learning platform used as educational technology in schools and other educational institutions for creating quizzes and interactive lessons
Duolingo for SchoolsA language learning platform that gamifies the learning process, useful for integrating language skills into various subjects
QuizizzA user-friendly learning tool used to create and conduct student-paced formative assessments in a fun and engaging way
Art Integration (STEAM): Add Art to STEM to encourage creative and critical thinking.
Edutopia – Arts IntegrationProvides a collection of articles, videos, and resources on integrating arts into the curriculum
Crayola Educator ResourcesOffers lesson plans and professional development resources for incorporating art in education
PBS Teachers – ArtsProvides arts education resources, including lesson plans and videos, for integrating arts into various subjects
The Kennedy Center's ArtsEdgeOffers free digital resources for arts integration in K-12 education, including lesson plans and multimedia resources
Environmental and Sustainability Education: Integrate topics related to environmental science and sustainability into the curriculum.
Flipped Classrooms: Invert the traditional learning model by providing instructional content outside of the classroom, often through digital means, and using classroom time for interactive activities.
Khan AcademyProvides a wide range of free instructional videos and practice exercises, ideal for flipped classroom models
TED-EdOffers educational videos on a variety of topics that can be used to introduce concepts before class
EdpuzzleAllows educators to create interactive video lessons by embedding questions and quizzes into videos
Screencast-O-MaticA tool for creating video lectures and tutorials, useful for preparing flipped classroom content
