High School
Curriculum
OpenSciEd High School offers three courses that address the NGSS and empower students with a rigorous science education to prepare them for success in college and STEM careers.
Preparing High School Students for the Future of STEM
OpenSciEd High School empowers students to become this generation’s greatest problem solvers! Our biology, chemistry, and physics courses are designed for the NGSS, including the Earth and Space Science standards. The phenomena featured in our units encourage students to apply physical and life science concepts to explore experiences in their day-to-day lives and address pressing local and global issues. These free, high quality courses are editable and modular, offering the flexibility to tailor learning materials to help teachers foster a rigorous, engaging, and personalized educational experience. Through hands-on investigations and data analysis, students develop critical thinking skills and become independent learners. By gaining a deep understanding of core scientific concepts, students are prepared to excel in Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college, and STEM careers.
All-Green Rated by EdReports
All three OpenSciEd High School courses have received top marks from EdReports, earning all-green ratings for quality, coherence, and usability! These ratings confirm that the materials meet the highest expectations for science instruction aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
Science Learning for Every Student
Every student deserves to experience the wonder and power of a high quality science education. Our materials are intentionally designed to be accessible to all learners—including multilingual students and students with IEPs—so every student can meaningfully engage with science. Our comprehensive assessment system helps teachers evaluate the sensemaking and learning of every student, providing valuable insights to support their progress. By offering multiple entry points, embedded supports, and a range of activities rooted in real-world phenomena, OpenSciEd fosters a sense of belonging in the science classroom and empowers educators to create environments where all students can thrive.
High Quality and Rigor
Our OpenSciEd High School courses were carefully crafted to balance rigor and engagement, ensuring students are challenged while remaining motivated to learn! In OpenSciEd classrooms, students don’t just do science; they learn to think like scientists. This instructional approach allows them to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for success in advanced science courses and STEM careers. All OpenSciEd High School units are NGSS Design Badge certified, guaranteeing high quality and alignment to current science learning standards.
