New to OpenSciEd? Pacing isn’t about moving faster. It’s about protecting student thinking. This on-demand hub shares practical tips to help you navigate your first unit with confidence. 🔗 openscied.org/on-demand-hu... #InvestigationBasedLearning #K12Education

What happens when a district stops asking, “What new materials do we need?” …and starts asking, “How do we need to teach differently?” Read full case study: activatelearning.com/sumter-schoo... #OpenSciEd #STEMEducation #ScienceLeadership #ActivateLearning

Teach students how to think, not what to memorize. Critical thinking lasts longer than any worksheet. When students investigate and reason with evidence, learning sticks. #STEM #ScienceEducation #CriticalThinking #K12Education

Women continue to shape the future of STEM through leadership, innovation, and bold thinking. In classrooms and beyond, they expand access and inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. This month, we celebrate their impact and the opportunities they create. #WomensHistoryMonth

“Science is not about having the right answer. It’s about asking better questions.” A cold soda can is placed on a desk. After five minutes, water droplets appear on the outside. Question: Where do the water droplets come from? What evidence supports your thinking? #Bellringer #EduSky

This #OpenSciEd video introduces a practical strategy for tiering vocabulary and identifying when terms are earned, encountered, or reinforced. A helpful resource for supporting multilingual learners while keeping student thinking at the center. Watch: openscied.org/on-demand-hu... #EduSky

Strong instruction starts with strong support. What support do teachers need most? A) Coaching and PD B) Planning time C) Materials and lab setup D) Pacing and assessment support #EduSky #k12

Two plants are the same type and size. One is placed near a window, the other in a shaded corner. After two weeks, one plant looks healthier. Question: What claim can you make about why this happened, and what evidence would you need to support it? #EduSky

Teacher feedback on IQWST online: clear storylines, engaging labs, seamless lessons, and faster planning. The digital platform supports both instruction and student engagement, giving teachers more time to focus on student needs. #EducationInnovation #ActivateLearning #EduSky

January check-in: What’s the most challenging part of instruction after a long break? Comment it. #TeachingResource #ActivateLearning #TeachingTools #EduSky

Classroom talk doesn’t improve on its own. It’s built intentionally. This OpenSciEd video shows how one clear, whole-class discussion goal can boost confidence, focus, and community, while turning talk norms into daily habits. Watch here: openscied.org/on-demand-hu... #EduSky

Teacher reset: Keep 1 routine, Drop 1 guilt task, Try 1 small move. Reply with yours. #NewYear #TeacherReset #ActivateLearning

Want richer student talk? Start with silence. Give students 30 sec of quiet think time before discussion. It opens space for deeper ideas, stronger reasoning, and more equitable participation. Sensemaking grows when we make room for it. #ActivateSensemakingSeries #NGSS

The best lessons start with curiosity. “What do you notice?” “What do you wonder?” When students ask, investigate, and explain, science comes alive. #STEM #ScienceTeaching #InquiryBasedLearning #NGSS #ActivateLearning

If one snowflake weighs 0.02g, how many are in 1kg? Let students estimate, discuss, and model. #morningbellringer #classroom #stem

Winter is full of STEM moments. Use seasonal changes to explore matter and temperature. Low-prep STEM idea: Melt snow. Measure. Compare predictions. Let students lead the sensemaking. #ScienceEducation #STEMTeaching #NGSS #ActivateLearning #StudentCenteredLearning

Great science starts with curiosity. Activate Learning programs help students ask questions, investigate, and make sense of the world through evidence and exploration. See how our approach empowers real learning: www.activatelearning.com #STEM #NGSS #ActivateLearning

Science class isn’t just about facts—it’s about thinking. Strong STEM education builds problem-solvers, critical thinkers, and future leaders. Let’s raise thinkers, not just test-takers. #STEM #ScienceEducation #CriticalThinking #ActivateLearning

STEM is stronger when all voices are included. Today we celebrate #LGBTQIAinSTEM and the innovators shaping a more inclusive future for science. Representation matters. Belonging drives discovery. #STEMEducation #ActivateLearning #DiversityInSTEM #Inclusion #ScienceForAll

Ask your students: How can data prove or challenge what we believe? Whether it’s a lab or life, critical thinking begins with evidence. 📊 #Bellringer #CriticalThinking

Help your students understand the science behind hurricanes with this free, easy-to-use teaching resource. Dive into the “how” and “why” of hurricane formation, bringing real-world science into your classroom. 📥 Download here: activatelearning.com/free-stem-te...

Student talk isn’t noise—it’s learning in motion. 💬 See how #OpenSciEd helps students move from guessing answers to figuring things out together. 🎥 Watch now → www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6qL... #OpenSciEd #ScienceEducation #NGSS #ActivateLearning #EduSky

Teachers are the heroes of every science classroom. 🧪 We make their jobs easier with hands-on curriculum, real support, and professional learning that works. When teachers succeed, students thrive. #STEM #ScienceEducation #ActivateLearning #TeacherSupport

Science starts early — and with the right support, it thrives. @OpenSciEd Elementary is now available through Activate Learning 🧪 Hands-on, inquiry-based science for K–5. activatelearning.com/openscied-k-... #STEM #K5Science #ScienceEducation #OpenSciEd #ActivateLearning #NGSS

The spark you ignite today can fuel tomorrow’s biggest discoveries. ✨ Every moment of curiosity you inspire shapes the future. #STEMEducation #ScienceTeaching #FutureThinkers #ActivateLearning

Science class isn’t about memorizing facts. It’s about building critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and future leaders. Let’s raise the next generation of innovators. #STEM #ScienceEducation #CriticalThinking #ActivateLearning

Science shouldn’t depend on a zip code. 🌍 Activate Learning Virtual Investigations™ make NGSS-aligned, hands-on learning accessible anywhere. When we expand access, we expand opportunity. 🔗 activatelearning.com/middle-schoo... Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TFB... #STEM #NGSS

Ascension Parish Schools turned pandemic learning loss into STEM success. 🚀 ✅ Hands-on learning (IQWST + @OpenSciEd) ✅ Empowered teachers ✅ NGSS-aligned results See how partnership drives transformation: 🔗 activatelearning.com/case-study-i... #STEM #NGSS #ScienceEd

Have you tried AI-assisted scoring? 👩‍🏫 With Activate Learning Insight™, middle school teachers get pre-made NGSS assessments, smarter feedback & less grading stress. More time for students. 🙌 www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_8P... #NGSS #EdTech #ActivateLearning

What if science started with a question—not an answer? 🔍 That’s the power of investigation-centered learning. Curiosity fuels discovery, and discovery drives real understanding. www.activatelearning.com #STEM #NGSS #ActivateLearning

Happy Coding Week! Code challenge: 01001111 01110000 01100101 01101110 01010011 01100011 01101001 01000101 01100100 What does it spell? Hint: It’s shaping the future of middle school computer science. 🤔 #CodeWeek #STEM #Binary

Bellringer Monday: Teachers, what’s one way you show students that struggle and discovery go hand in hand? #GrowthMindset #ScienceEducation #ActivateLearning

New school year, bigger impact. 🚀 What do you want students to believe about science—and themselves—by the end of the school year? Read our 4 teacher goals to shift your classroom: activatelearning.com/setting-your... #STEMEducation #ScienceEd

Ask your class: Why is protecting ecosystems like this critical for our future? #ScienceClassroom #BellringerMonday #STEMEducation

Student-centered science starts with building a true community of learners—where ideas, risk-taking, & collaboration thrive. That’s where real sensemaking begins. www.activatelearning.com #ScienceEducation #NGSS

Strong partnerships drive stronger classrooms. We go beyond curriculum with professional learning, coaching, and support—because science education thrives in collaboration, not isolation. #STEM #ScienceEducation

This Labor Day, we celebrate teachers—their work fuels the future of STEM. 🧪 Every lab, every question, every spark of curiosity shapes tomorrow’s innovators. #LaborDay #STEMEducation #EduSky

We’re more than a curriculum provider. We’re a partner in building teacher confidence, student growth, and districtwide success. www.activatelearning.com #ActivateLearning #STEMPartnerships

Students don’t just learn science—they do science. Investigation-first STEM instruction leads to deeper learning, and we’re here to support teachers every step of the way. #ActivateLearning #STEMlearning

New school year, new goals. ✨ Our latest blog shares 4 ways to center student voice, build inclusive classrooms & connect science to the real world. activatelearning.com/setting-your... #NewSchoolYear #ScienceTeaching #TeachingStrategies

#OpenSciEd Middle School starts here. 📦 Kits ✅ 📘 Curriculum ✅ 🧑‍🏫 PD ✅ 💻 Digital tools ✅ Activate Learning’s certified edition earned an All-Green rating from #EdReports and supports student-led, NGSS aligned real-world investigations. Learn more: activatelearning.com/middle-schoo...

Middle school science = more than vocab & worksheets. It’s time to investigate. 🔍💬 With IQWST®: 🔬 Students do science 🧠 Ask their own questions 📈 Analyze real data 🗣️ Defend claims with evidence 📍 Learn more: activatelearning.com/middle-schoo... #IQWST #NGSS #InquiryBasedLearning

STEM access matters. We support teachers with tools that make hands-on science possible for every student—no matter where they learn. #ActivateLearning #EquityInSTEM

How did one district raise science mastery by 8% while supporting every teacher? Ascension Parish + Activate Learning = ✔️ Custom NGSS curriculum ✔️ Long-term teacher coaching ✔️ Students engaged in real science This is what real change looks like. 👉 activatelearning.com/the-good-str...

This summer, let nature be your co-teacher. 🌱 ✅ Read outside ✅ DIY water filter ✅ Explore a garden ✅ Clean up a trail Hands-on STEM never takes a break: activatelearning.com/supercharge-... #OutdoorLearning #STEMEd #ActivateLearning

Science is messy—and so is implementation. That’s why we build structure around curiosity. From IQWST to OpenSciEd, we support your schools every step. 🔗 activatelearning.com #NGSS #STEMLeadership #ActivateLearning

Middle school assessment shouldn’t be a dead end. With Activate Learning Insight™, we give teachers tools to track learning and spark reflection. 🧠 AI-assisted scoring 📊 Student growth 💬 Real feedback 🔗 activatelearning.com/middle-schoo... #STEMAssessment #ActivateLearning #EduSky

Culturally appropriate assessments are key to advancing STEM globally! 🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #ActivateLearning

Before lesson plans come self-care. ☀️ Start summer with podcasts, books, & hobbies that recharge. Read our list of favorites → activatelearning.com/supercharge-... #TeacherWellness #EducationSupport #STEMteachers

What gets STEM teachers jazzed about their work? According to this new article by @educationweek, it’s all about student discovery, creativity, and those lightbulb moments that remind us why science matters. 💡 📖 Dive into the article: 🔗 www.edweek.org/teaching-lea... #edusky