Activate Learning Shines at NSTA 2025: A Recap of Our Exciting Innovations in Science Education
Activate Learning Shines at NSTA 2025: A Recap of Our Exciting Innovations in Science Education
The NSTA 2025 National Conference in Philadelphia was an inspiring gathering of educators, thought leaders, and innovators in science education. Activate Learning was proud to be at the heart of the action, showcasing groundbreaking solutions designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience for students and teachers alike.
Engaging with Educators and Showcasing Innovation
Our team had an incredible time connecting with educators, discussing the future of science education, and introducing our latest innovations. Attendees explored our cutting-edge products designed to empower teachers and engage students in hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
What We Showcased at NSTA 2025:
🔬 Activate Learning Virtual Investigations™ – A game-changer for science education, these interactive virtual labs bring OpenSciEd Middle School experiments to life anytime, anywhere. Perfect for absent students, substitute teachers, lesson review, or as a reliable backup when hands-on activities don’t go as planned, the new Activate Learning Virtual Investigations™ provide flexibility and accessibility for students.
✅ Activate Learning Insight™ – Our advanced assessment tool received an exciting upgrade! Now featuring AI-assisted scoring and feedback for students’ written work, this innovative solution saves teachers time while providing students with instant, personalized insights to enhance their learning.
🌱 OpenSciEd Elementary – Expanding our commitment to K-12 science education, the launch of OpenSciEd Elementary ensures a seamless learning experience from kindergarten through high school. This program equips young learners with the foundational skills to explore scientific phenomena with curiosity and confidence.
🚙 Activate Learning Integrated Physics and Chemistry™ - Updated project-based physics and chemistry content fully aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for high school physical science. Active IPC engages students in investigations and puts students at the center of the learning, equipping students with essential 21st century skills that prepare them for their post-high school careers.
💻 Activate Learning Digital Platform (ALDP) – Designed for ease of use, the ALDP provides teachers and students with seamless access to all curriculum materials. With built-in support and interactive features, the platform enables dynamic, engaging lessons in every classroom.
Professional Learning Sessions: A Deep Dive into Best Practices
In addition to our booth activities, Activate Learning led engaging professional learning sessions designed to empower educators with research-based strategies for student success. Here’s a recap of the impactful sessions we hosted:
📌 Creating a Driving Question Board that Supports Students’ Ongoing Sensemaking
Presented by Jen Gutierrez and Michelle Tindall
Teachers explored the importance of Driving Question Boards (DQB) in OpenSciEd Middle School units, discovering new ways to help students generate, track, and revisit questions about scientific phenomena.
📌 Encouraging Equitable Participation During a Discussion in the OpenSciEd High School Classroom
Presented by Michelle Tindall
This session highlighted strategies to foster inclusive and meaningful discussions in OpenSciEd High School classrooms, ensuring that all students feel heard, valued, and engaged in scientific discourse.
📌 Brand New Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry Book – 1st Edition 2025
Presented by Arthur Eisenkraft and Gary Curts
Educators got an exclusive look at the new Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry book, participating in hands-on activities and take-home labs to experience this dynamic curriculum firsthand.
📌 EarthComm 4th Edition – 2025 Copyright – Come Experience!
Presented by Gary Curts, Lindsay Mossa (AGI), Lauren Brase (AGI), Sequoyah McGee (AGI)
Attendees explored the newly revised EarthComm book, learning how to integrate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into earth science instruction. Free take-home resources provided a practical application of these concepts.
📌 Introduction to OpenSciEd Elementary
Presented by Jen Gutierrez
Teachers interested in shifting toward a student-driven science classroom engaged in discussions about leveraging children’s natural curiosities to motivate learning with OpenSciEd Elementary.
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Arthur Eisenkraft Honored with the 2025 OLISE Award
One of the proudest moments of the conference came as Dr. Arthur Eisenkraft—renowned physicist, educator, and curriculum author—was awarded the 2025 Outstanding Leadership in Science Education (OLISE) Award by the National Science Education Leadership Association (NSELA). This prestigious honor, presented during the NSELA Annual Conference in Philadelphia, recognizes Dr. Eisenkraft’s decades of transformative contributions to science education and his ongoing commitment to equity, excellence, and innovation in the field.
Dr. Eisenkraft is the esteemed author of Active Physics, Active Chemistry, and Active Integrated Physics and Chemistry, all published by Activate Learning. His work has played a pivotal role in reshaping science instruction by making it more hands-on, student-centered, and inquiry-driven.
A Night of Connection at the Hard Rock Cafe
Beyond product showcases and sessions, Activate Learning was thrilled to engage in meaningful discussions with educators at our booth and throughout the conference. It was inspiring to hear firsthand how teachers are innovating in their classrooms and how our solutions can support their mission to ignite curiosity and deepen student understanding.
As we reflect on this amazing experience at NSTA 2025, we look forward to continuing these conversations and supporting educators in their work to transform science learning for students everywhere.
Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, attended our sessions, joined us at the Hard Rock Cafe, and celebrated Dr. Eisenkraft’s remarkable achievement. We can’t wait to see what’s next for science education—and we’re excited to be on this journey with you!
A Community of Educators, A Shared Vision
Beyond product showcases and sessions, Activate Learning was thrilled to engage in meaningful discussions with educators at our booth and throughout the conference. It was inspiring to hear firsthand how teachers are innovating in their classrooms and how our solutions can support their mission to ignite curiosity and deepen student understanding.
As we reflect on this amazing experience at NSTA 2025, we look forward to continuing these conversations and supporting educators in their work to transform science learning for students everywhere.
Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, attended our sessions, joined us at the Hard Rock Cafe, and celebrated Dr. Eisenkraft’s remarkable achievement. We can’t wait to see what’s next for science education—and we’re excited to be on this journey with you!
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