SERC

Science Education Resource Center
at Carleton College

Featured

Interactive lecture

×

This On-Ramp explains the concept and benefits of interactive lectures in geology education, providing practical tips and examples for implementing brief, engaging activities during traditional lecture periods to enhance student learning and engagement.

News

• Strengthen Quantitative Skills in Your Earth Science Course
  

  Integrate more math and statistics into Earth science courses -- July 14-17, 2025 virtual workshop (1-3pm ET daily). "The Math Your Earth Science Majors Need" modules make learning quantitative skills easier. Participants receive a 400 USD stipend after completing the entire workshop. (40 USD fee)

• SERC acknowledges the effect of LA fires
  Our thoughts are with our collaborators and everyone affected by the devastating fires in and around Los Angeles. Your communities are in our hearts during this difficult time.
• Provide input for the 2027 NSSME+ January 16
  

  Are you a user of the NSSME+ survey data? Please join Executive Director Anne Egger on Thursday, January 16, at 2 pm PT/3 pm MT/4 pm CT/5 pm ET to provide input on the overarching survey research questions. empty

• Stay Connected with SERC!
  

  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, and LinkedIn for the latest updates, insights, and event announcements.

• Join NC FEW Feb. 25 for a Panel on Community Science Data Talks!
  Join the NC-FEW Virtual Workshop Series on February 25 to explore K-12-focused Food, Energy, and Water Community Science Data Talks. Learn how place-based, justice-centered approaches bring FEW-Nexus education to life for students and educators.

RSS

What's New at SERC

CLEAN climate literacy and energy collection

×

The CLEAN site includes more than 850 ready-to-use resources that have been reviewed by educators and scientists for elementary, secondary and higher education settings.

Accelerating Systemic Change Network

×

he Accelerating Systemic Change Network (ASCN) is a network of individuals and institutions, formed with the goal of more quickly advancing STEM education programs. Our unique approach is to bring together those who are researching systemic change at higher education institutions, with those who are making systemic change happen at their individual institutions.

Virtual Summer Experience for Early Research (VSEER)

×

The IINSPIRE Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation is sharing new resources for their Virtual Summer Experience for Early Research (VSEER) program. This is a multi-faceted research experience for LSAMP undergraduate scholars to deepen their understanding of methodologies, explore STEM disciplines, and define their interests.