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KEY PARTNERS
Smithsonian
Following the mission of its founder James Smithson for “an establishment for the
increase and diffusion of knowledge,” the Smithsonian Institution today is the
world’s largest museum, education, and research complex. To further their vision of
shaping the future, a wealth of Smithsonian online resources are integrated within
this program.
SpongeLab Interactives
SpongeLab Interactives is a learning technology company that inspires learning and
engagement by creating gamified environments that encourage students to interact
with digital learning experiences.
Students participate in inquiry activities and problem-solving to explore a variety
of topics using games, interactives, and video while teachers take advantage of
formative, summative, or performance-based assessment information that is
gathered through the learning management system.
PhET Interactive Simulations
The PhET Interactive Simulations project at the University of Colorado Boulder
provides teachers and students with interactive science and math simulations. Based
on extensive education research, PhET sims engage students through an intuitive,
game-like environment where students learn through exploration and discovery.