
“It give kids the confidence to explore at their own pace without the burden of working in a large group. So, they are more likely to ask questions specific to their needs. When one of my students solved the Epicenter Location Gizmo, they were beaming with pride. It was a great moment for them.”
- Teacher, Garnett USD 365
“It [Gizmos] has given students an incredible way to look at science through a real world virtual experience. It has helped reinforce many of the topics and subjects taught in the classroom, and thus has created greater understanding for students in science.”
- Teacher, Alain Locke School
“It [Gizmos] has provided realistic real-world lab experiences and simulations that I may not have the resources for at school. Students are heavily engaged and critically thinking during Gizmo lessons.”
- Middle School Science Teacher, Benjamin B Comegys Elementary
“My students' averages have improved since I started using Gizmos in my teaching. I also have students who decided to take AP Science after my classes because they saw a point of how science is connected to real life, thanks to STEM Cases in Gizmos.”
- Teacher, Wicomico County School District
“My teachers love how Gizmos are ready to use. But they especially love how the lessons and activities are adaptable for students at all learning levels. Through training and collaboration, I have shared how the teachers can take the lessons and modify them for lower-level students and create more challenging tasks for higher-level students”
- High School Instructional Technology Facilitator, Tangipahoa Parish School District
“Our organization first discovered Gizmos about five years ago while we were looking for a robust program to compliment the three levels of physics offered at our university. The ease of interaction with each simulation, the instructor guide, students exploration sheets, and suggested answers were key factors which allowed us to introduce your resource to our physics students.”
- Physics lab technician, University of the Southern Caribbean, Science Technology and Allied Health
“Science lessons can be anything but ordinary when accompanied with engaging activities of computer simulations. That is the power of Explore Learning’s visual model, Gizmos. Its interactive user model allows our teachers and students to swiftly move through a variety of scientific concepts or scenarios in a single session, significantly broadening the range of what can be demonstrated, explained, and explored in the classroom. Additionally, Gizmos offers a safe and engaging learning environment to all our students and allows them to build their experience and enthusiasm for STEM subjects without geographical limitations. Finally, Gizmos' interactive features increase students' interest and involvement in inquiry-based lessons, which has had a favorable impact on their academic growth and performance.”
- K-12 Science Coordinator
“Students are able to easily do-over a misstep in an experiment without injuries, feeling high stakes or high costs. It also allows students to review and work independently to make up for time missed. I believe that this Gizmos has increased engagement and strengthened my student's experimental skills.”
- Science Teacher, AMY Northwest Middle School
“Students seem to take their answers a step further and not only state the answer, but they also engage in thinking about why that is the answer.”
- Teacher, Batavia Public School District 101
“The Gizmos program supports my students' conceptual knowledge by providing interactive simulations and virtual labs that allow them to explore and experiment with various scientific concepts. Through hands-on activities, students can observe cause-and-effect relationships, visualize abstract concepts, and develop a deeper understanding of complex topics in science and mathematics. Additionally, the program offers real-time feedback and assessments, enabling students to track their progress and reinforce their learning effectively.”
- Science Teacher, Pensacola Catholic High School