Learning Center
Mind in the Making
Website
Mind in the Making (MITM) shares research on the science of children’s learning with the general public, families and professionals who work with children and families. This website features additional related materials and resources, such as DVDs, discussion guide &... Read more
Postpartum Support International
Website
Website that provides information and support resources on perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression, anxiety, and bipolar mood disorders. This website also includes resources for social support and professional training, as well as links to related... Read more
Child Ready Home Safety Program
Other
This interactive and visually engaging app is designed to educate parents, families and caregivers by taking them through a home, room by room and in the front and backyard, to discover safety tips to prevent common childhood injuries at home. Also relates to: early childhood,... Read more
Talk Science Primer
Other
An essay detailing the purposes, functions and benefits of academically productive talk including the Talk Goals and Moves chart. Download PDF Also relates to: STEM education, science education, teachers, science, technology, engineering, mathematics
Science and Engineering Practices Talk Tools
Other
A set of posters that include scaffolding language for teachers and students to use when engaging with the science practices that are part of the Next Generation Science Standards. Download PDF Also relates to: STEM education, science education, teachers, science, technology,... Read more
Crosscutting Concepts Poster Set
Other
A set of classroom posters that individually and symbolically display each crosscutting concept that are required in teaching the Next Generation Science Standards. Download PDF Also relates to: science education, teachers, science, technology
Private schools, not better than public
Article
Article on a study that shows private schools are not more effective than public schools in promoting student success. View article
No Time to Lose: How to Build a World-Class Education System State by State
Report, Website
Report on educationally high-performing countries that implement policies and practices and build comprehensive systems that look drastically different from those in the U.S. Each state can develop its own strategies for building a modern education system that is globally... Read more
Achieve the Core
Website
Interactive math resource for teachers and students with rigorous math tasks aligned to standards. Also relates to: Common Core Standards, general education, math lessons, math tasks, Common Core teachers, students, parents, administrators, educators, curriculum mapping,... Read more
General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
PhET Interactive Simulations
Website
Founded in 2002 by Nobel Laureate Carl Wieman, the PhET Interactive Simulations project at the University of Colorado Boulder creates free interactive math and science simulations for teachers and students. PhET sims are based on extensive education research and engage students... Read more
Learning Policy Institute
Website
The Learning Policy Institute conducts and communicates independent, high-quality research to improve education policy and practice. Working with policymakers, researchers, educators, community groups, and others, the Institute seeks to advance evidence-based policies that... Read more
Center on Instruction (COI)
Website
Great site that provides a collection of evidence-based resources and strong research in a variety of education topics. The Center on Instruction (COI) was one of five national content centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education to support the 16 Regional Comprehensive... Read more
Early Childhood STEM Working Group
Report, Other
Strong report that describes the importance of Early STEM education. The Early Childhood STEM Working Group includes scholars, policymakers, curriculum developers, and educators from around the United States who share a vision and goal for universal access to high-quality,... Read more
Early Childhood, General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Edutopia
Website
Edutopia shares evidence and practitioner-based learning strategies that empower you to improve K-12 education. Superb resource for educators.
General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
EngageNY
Website
EngageNY is a New York State Education Department (NYSED) website that provides resources for educators and parents. Excellent curriculum modules for the classroom.
2017 Education Conference Presentations
Training, Other
The LANL Foundation’s 18th Northern New Mexico Conference on Education, “Building Positive Culture from Classroom to Community” was held on Nov. 10, 2017 at the Hilton Buffalo Thunder Resort. Here are the presentations from the breakout "EdTalk" sessions.
Decoding Deeper Learning in the Classroom
Report
This guide, developed by the William + Flora Hewlett Foundation, provides an idea of what deeper learning looks like and strategies teachers can use to allow students to master content in different and longer-lasting ways.
General Education, Nonprofit, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Academic Language in the Cycle of Inquiry
Training
This is a resource from ISEC team's session, “How Does Inquiry Science Cultivate Academic Language Development and Support Equity in Education?” at the PED sponsored STEM Symposium June 1–2, 2017. The event was held at the Embassy Suites in Albuquerque, NM.
New Mexico Voices for Children
Report, Website
New Mexico Voices for Children is a nonpartisan, statewide advocacy organization working to create systems-level sustainable change that will improve the lives of New Mexico’s children. To accomplish this mission, NM Voices works with state and national lawmakers and officials... Read more
Kids Count Data Center
Report, Website
A project of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, KIDS COUNT is the premier source for data on child and family well-being in the United States. Access hundreds of indicators, download data and create reports and graphics on the KIDS COUNT Data Center that support smart decisions... Read more
