Issues and Science

Make Science Relevant. Active. Engaging.

Bring real-world science into your classroom with Issues and Science—every unit starts with a question, sparks investigation, and connects science to the world around your students. 

All Green, All Gateways - EdReports

Issues and Science has been evaluated by EdReports and received green ratings across all three Gateways for NGSS alignment and usability: Read the Full Report.

  • Gateway 1: Alignment to NGSS Expectations

  • Gateway 2: Coherence and Scope

  • Gateway 3: Instructional Supports and Usability

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Ready for Your Classroom

Issue-oriented science forms the foundation of Issues and Science and it is the only secondary science program to do so.

These big ideas make the content relevant to students' lives and are anchored in real-world events. They connect the why for students, "Why does this matter?"

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Prepare Students for the Science of Tomorrow

Students investigate, discuss, analyze, and design evidence-based solutions—building the skills and knowledge they need for a changing world.

Organized Drawers

Can you kind of imagine it? You need to prep for a lab. Using the material list, you reference the outer labels and slide open the right drawer.

Everything is organized. It all has a place - like an actual place just for that thing. It's an exciting idea, right?

No more digging through bins of stuff. No more store stops for supplies. It's all there - everything you need. 

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Program Equipment

Unit equipment packages include drawers with:
  • High-quality, field-tested lab mat
  • Reusable equipment for up to 32 students
  • Consumable materials for 160 students
  • Sets of small containers ready for group use
  • Durable carts with optional wheel attachments
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