Classroom Resources
Science Curriculum
OpenSciEd – Grade 6-8 Science Lessons
iHub High School Biology Curriculum
TDOE Best for All Sci Resources for 3-8
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices
NSTA K-12 Science Classroom Resources
NSTA Freebies for Science Teachers
PBS Learning Media PreK-12 Lessons, Videos, Interactives
Mystery Science K-5 Curriculum (1 free year)
Study Jams! Math and Science Interactive Lessons for 3-6
EPA Environmental Lessons and Teacher Resources
PhET Science and Math Interactive Simulations
Math Curriculum
Illustrative Mathematics Curriculum for 6-8 and Alg 1, Alg 2, and Geom
High School Math Reasoning and Sense Making Task Library
Progression Documents for Common Core Math Standards
NRICH Mathematics Resources and Lessons
NCTM Illuminations for PreK-12
TDOE Best for All Math Resources for PreK-12
Inside Mathematics Lessons and Tools
Open Middle Math Problems for K-12
Study Jams! Math and Science Interactive Lessons for 3-6
PBS Teaching Tennessee Math Lessons for 1-8
Discovery Ed Mathematics Channel
PBS Learning Media PreK-12 Lessons, Videos, Interactives
PhET Science and Math Interactive Simulations
Making Math Matter Lessons and Resources
STEM Curriculum
TSIN STEM Curriculum and Lesson Plans
TSIN Summer STEM Resources Hub
TSIN Covid-19 STEM Resource Hub
Defined Learning for MS
STEM For All Multiplex for PreK-College
Chevron STEM Zone Sports Lessons for 4-8
Curious George STEM Lessons for PreK-4
Statistics in Schools Lessons and Resources for PreK-12
STEM Sprouts Preschool Activities
The STEM Laboratory Preschool Activities
STEM from the Start Curriculum PreK-2
National Geographic Education Resources PreK-12
Smithsonian Institute for Educators
Discovery Ed Virtual Field Trips
Siemens STEM Day 148+ STEM Activities
Endeavor STEM Career Exploration for MS
Learning Blade STEM Career Exploration for MS
Assessment
TDOE Innovative Assessment Platform
TCAP Assessment Blueprints for all Subjects
TCAP Assessment Overview for Science 3-5
TCAP Assessment Overview for Science 6-8
TCAP Assessment Overview for Biology
TCAP Assessment Overview for Math 2
TCAP Assessment Overview for Math 3-5
TCAP Assessment Overview for Math 6-8
TCAP Assessment Overview for Math EOC
TDOE Assessment Design LiveBinder
Grants and Competitions
Oak Ridge Public Schools Education Foundation Grants
ORISE Monthly K-12 STEM Competitions for mini-grants
NCSM Math Teacher-Leader Professional Learning Grant PreK-12 (awarded to school) due Nov. 1, 2020
Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision K-12 Science Competition due by Feb. 28 2021
TSIN 20-21 Statewide Design Challenge
Math Grant Opportunities on NCTM
15 Grants for Classroom Enrichment, PD, and STEM
UCOR Education Mini STEM Grants
Toshiba America 6-12 Math and Science Educators Grant Program apply by Dec. 1, 2020
ORAU Extreme Classroom Makeover
Junior Science and Humanities Symposia Program
Cubes in Space Global Engineering Design Competition for MS and HS Registration opens Nov. 6, 2020 and courses begin Nov.13
PD Opportunities
- Free professional development provided by TDOE around Distance Learning
- Takes place November 13-15 and is $97 for members and $147 for nonmembers.
- Numerous sessions around Science Pedagogy and Resources.
- Reach out to Kathy Foust if interested.
- 21st Century Teaching & Learning Self-Paced Course (free)
- 2020-2021 Virtual Math Professional Development ($275)
- Mathematical Mindsets Online Course ($99)
- How to Learn Math for Teachers Online Course ($99)
National Geographic Education PD
- Free online professional development courses
- Variety of topics offered throughout the year
- STEM PD opportunities and events throughout the year
- Free articles and videos around online learning
- Articles and videos for variety of topics including PBL, SEL, and Tech Integration
STEM Teaching Tools PD Modules
- Free online PD available anytime
- Multiple lessons on STEM Instruction
- Resources and Webinars to assist teachers in using the OpenSciEd Curriculum
- New, free resource funded by NSF.
- Videos that address STEM curriculum, professional development, current research, and instructional strategies.
Discovery Ed Professional Learning Center
- Must be logged in to Discovery Ed
- SOS Instructional Strategies
- Discovery Education Network (DEN)
- Interactive Courses
T³™ Math PD by Texas Instruments
- Free Online Webinars
- Covers curriculum topics and tools
Implementing the Mathematical Practice Standards
- For 5-12 Math teachers
- Resources to become more familiar with SMPs and how to utilize in classroom
- Appropriate for all science teachers
- 50+ free podcasts for NGSS professional learning
- 8 week online course: Becoming a PBL Teacher
- Begins Sept. 21, 2020 and costs $399
- Free iTunes Podcasts
- University of South Florida College of Education
- For middle and high school teachers
PBL Resources
Oak Ridge Schools Forms
PBL Definition and Requirements
Useful Informational PBL Websites
PBLWorks Resources for Remote Learning
21st Century Educational Technology and Learning
Education Closet PBL Resource Guide
PBL Project Ideas Websites
Learning Reviews 18 PBL Lesson Plan Examples
21st Century Educational Technology and Learning 45 Links to PBL Ideas