Education Curriculum

Animated video library that explores key concepts in biology, plus scientist-in-action videos that show research experiments conducted in the lab.

Free short video lessons and activities. Offers practice exercises and lesson materials for educators.

PhET provides free, interactive, research-based science and mathematics simulations. The simulations are written in HTML5 (with some legacy simulations in Java or Flash), and can be run online or downloaded to your computer. All simulations are open source (see our source code). Multiple sponsors support the PhET project, enabling these resources to be free to all students and teachers.

Online resources specifically designed for learners in grades 3 to 6. Comprised of curriculum correlated content, PK Life Science promotes digital literacy and 21st century learning skills, while offering research, report, and homework help. Instant Article Translation into over 100 languages supports English Language Learners and family literacy programs.

Offers a number of professional development workshops to help plan labs and activities aligned to NYS science standards.

Provides monthly lectures from researchers at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory on recent developments in the earth and atmospheric sciences followed by a discussion on how to incorporate new research into K-12 instruction.

The Museum offers a variety of opportunities and resources for K-12 educators. From events and courses to curriculum resources and degree programs, there are offerings to suit a range of needs and interests.

An initiative focused on utilizing the power of hip-hop music and culture to introduce youth to the wonder and beauty of science.

CUNY Urban Food Institute at the School of Public Health

CUNY Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health at the School of Public Health

From CUNY Law, this comic book examines environmental justice and the law.