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The Importance of STEM with Science Education

What's more valuable than giving students tools to better engage with the world around them? Incorporating STEM lessons with regular science curriculum does just that.

STEM programs encourage learning through exploration. Hands-on activities promote critical thinking, communication, perseverance, and the acceptance of failure. From developing creative solutions to everyday challenges, to applying concepts learned when in their future careers, STEM lessons provide students essential skills to more confidently navigate the future.

The Full Option Science System™ (FOSS®) enriches science education by leveraging students' natural curiosity. Hands-on activities raise overall interest in science, and lessons extend far beyond traditional curriculum to build foundations learners use throughout their lives.

Read more to learn about the value of STEM learning and how FOSS® can incorporate opportunities for hands-on activities into your science lessons.

Here’s what you’ll find this month:

  • Hot Topics in Science: STEM—Solving Real-World Problems
  • Ideas and Inspirations Blog Post: FOSS® Modules Incorporate STEM in Science Lessons
  • FOSS® Pathways™ Sampler
  • Activity Download
  • NEW Episode! “It’s Time for Science” Podcast
  • FOSSWeb and ThinkLink User Updates
  • Events Coming Soon!
Hot Topics in Science
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STEM—Solving Real-World Problems
FOSS® immersive STEM programs enrich science learning, providing students the skills to successfully grow and adapt in our ever-evolving world and job market. Discover for yourself how hands-on learning fosters exploration, curiosity, and empowers learners in their careers and beyond.
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Learn More Today ››
Already Using FOSS!
Discover our newest edition, FOSS Pathways. Pathways aligns to national science standards using three-dimensional teaching, learning, and assessment.
Explore Pathways ››
Explore Pathways ››
Learn more about FOSS!
Explore the curriculum developed to prioritize your students' needs and designed to captivate and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and various skill levels.
What is FOSS ››
What is FOSS ››
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Ideas & Inspiration
FOSS Modules Incorporate STEM in Science Lessons
Transform the classroom into a place of exploration and discovery! Learn how FOSS® modules combine science curriculum with dynamic, hands-on STEM lessons that engage curious learners, preparing them for a lifetime of innovation and thinking. Read More ››

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Monthly Featured Sampler
Explore one of our exciting samplers and discover how FOSS Pathways can transform your lessons, plus, check out our new releases. Explore this month’s spotlight sampler: Energy.
Preview Pathways Samplers ››
Preview Pathways Samplers ››
NEW Pathways Home/School Connection Activity
Explore nature around you with the Investigation 3: Energy Transfer activity.

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Episode #18 “It’s Time for Science” Podcast: How FOSS Supports STEM and Women in STEM
Closing out the second season of It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about STEM learning and women in STEM! Host Tom Racine talks with teacher Stacy Gale and science communicator Dr. Alex Dainis!
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Take a Listen ››
Calling All Science Educators!

Would you like to participate in an upcoming podcast? Click here to find out more and share your interest.
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Events Coming Soon!

Take a look at our upcoming FOSS professional learning opportunities, in a wide variety of topics. Check out our current offerings!

ThinkLink Webinar: FOSSmap Digital Assessment System
1-hour Online Webinar
This FREE 1-hour webinar provides a walk-through of FOSSmap assessment features to help support assessment and student progress monitoring in the grades 3-8 FOSS classroom.

ThinkLink Support: Tips & Tricks
1-hour Online Webinar
This FREE 1-hour webinar provides a walkthrough of ThinkLink features to help support successful implementation in the classroom.


Register now to save your spot! ››

Watch a recorded video of our past webinars ››


ThinkLink Support: Onboarding and Back to School Refresher
1-hour Online Webinar
This FREE 1-hour webinar is for teachers and administrators who are new to ThinkLink, or would like a review of navigation and frequently used features.

Watch Today ››

 
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FOSS is on Instagram!
Hey FOSS Facebook followers—we’re also on Instagram! Join the FOSS Instagram community for the latest news and exclusive opportunities to win supplies. Be sure to follow us, comment, and tag your friends and colleagues!
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ThinkLink Happenings!

Did you know that FOSSweb on ThinkLink features a K-3 and 4-8 grades Career Database in Science and Engineering? It can be found under the “Family Resources” header.

Check out our Release Notes to learn about all of the new features in ThinkLink!

The ThinkLink Support Team is available to walk you through any technical or usability questions you may encounter on the ThinkLink platform. They are available via e-mail or by phone: 800–258–1302, option 6, Monday through Friday 8-5:30pm ET. Contact the ThinkLink Support Team.

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