STEM Instruction

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) help build the foundation for student learning.

More than simply learning each of its lettered subjects, STEM instruction helps students develop critical thinking skills and student-centered learning experiences.

Understanding STEM concepts can be one of the biggest indicators of student success in the classroom and after school. Students with disabilities may often struggle with STEM learning due to the abstractness of the concepts, complexity of the vocabulary, and often limited supports from general education teachers in these subjects.

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ESCOLAR (Effective Science Curriculum for Optimized Learning and Academic Results) for Upper Elementary Science Lessons for Inclusive Teaching

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ESCOLAR (Effective Science Curriculum for Optimized Learning and Academic Results) for Upper Elementary is a dynamic, web-based curriculum designed for third- to fifth-grade teachers to use with their students. Aligned with national standards and grounded in extensive research funded by the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs, ESCOLAR gives educators a robust foundation for science instruction. ESCOLAR was ranked among the Top 10 STEM Solutions Companies by Education Technology Insights in 2024. ESCOLAR lessons leverage the power of phenomenon-based learning, a proven instructional method that engages students in active exploration of real-world...
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STEM Sports

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STEM Sports® provides standards-aligned, turnkey K-8 curricula that use various sports as real-life applications to teach STEM skills in classrooms, after-school programs, and camps across the globe. Our double-play combination of physical activity and cognitive thinking provides a comprehensive, inquiry-based educational experience and a solution for crucial STEM literacy for students. As a result, students develop critical thinking, collaboration, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills that can be applied throughout their education and future careers. 

Aligned with Next Generation

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Universal Design for Learning

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