In December 2023, ExploreLearning surveyed teachers in the Collab Crew, a group of educators working alongside our Design and Research teams for math and science EdTech solutions to transform teaching and learning. The online survey asked for insights and reflections from experiences using Gizmos and STEM Cases. The powerful results show a variety of ways teachers, curriculum coordinators, and administrators use Gizmos and STEM Cases in classrooms to impact student learning.
Exploring the research findings of ExploreLearning Gizmos
ExploreLearning understands that EdTech research is the foundation for teaching and learning with EdTech tools. For this study, a total of 66 teachers from elementary, middle, and high schools participated in the survey. The research aimed to answer the following questions:
- How do teachers use Gizmos and STEM Cases?
- How do Gizmos and STEM Cases support teachers' classroom needs?
- What learning goals are being addressed with Gizmos and STEM Cases?
- How do Gizmos and STEM Cases impact student learning?
How do teachers use Gizmos and STEM Cases?
Gizmos offer a variety of benefits for teachers. Teachers love that Gizmos and STEM Cases are flexible and modifiable EdTech tools. Gizmos and STEM Cases bridge gaps in resources, time limitations, and practical constraints of physical labs. Gizmos adapt to a variety of pedagogical approaches and classroom needs, which helps teachers support a wide range of learning goals. They offer teachers a way to enrich science education, engage students, and bring real-world applications into the classroom.
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How do Gizmos and STEM Cases impact student learning?
The transformative impact of Gizmos and STEM Cases on student learning experiences, student engagement, and academic achievement in STEM were celebrated. Teaching STEM with online simulations demonstrated the power to transform learning through these effective EdTech products.
Classroom success: How Gizmos and STEM Cases address teachers’ needs and achieve learning goals
What about effective strategies for different learning goals? The research was clear about the benefits of Gizmos. A majority of teachers use Gizmos to help students visualize science concepts, foster interest in science, and collect valuable data for student learning. STEM Case users used the tool to build connections with everyday life and develop scientific reasoning skills.
Transform classrooms with Gizmos and STEM Cases
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