PITTSBURG, KS (November 1, 2024) – Pitsco Education, a leader in hands-on STEM educational solutions is thrilled to announce the launch of Pitsco Smart Science® interactive virtual simulations designed to enhance STEM learning experiences for middle and high school students.
Created by Smart Science Education CEO Edward Keller, these simulations were designed to solve a huge challenge: how to do engaging, safe activities with students every week, without access to lab equipment. Now, these virtual labs help educators nationwide combat that same challenge while making science learning “stick” and improving test scores.
With Pitsco Education, these lab selections have been curated for classrooms and educators who strive to develop natural scientific inquiry in their students but struggle with costs, safety, and space needed to do traditional science labs.
These innovative online activities bridge the gap between physical and virtual learning environments that invite students to actively participate in their science education, investigate and explain science phenomena, and explore multiple solutions. By making these affordable interactive, simulation-based learning modules available alongside Pitsco’s extensive range of hands-on curriculum and activities, students will gain access to a richer, more engaging learning experience that prepares them for future academic and career success.
The initial launch includes interactive labs for middle school classrooms with labs for high school and AP courses to follow later this year.
Key Features Include:
- Online Learning Modules: Students will benefit from a learning approach where experiments are conducted through virtual simulations. This enables learners to visualize complex concepts in a dynamic and interactive way.
- Accessible: Online modules easily align with any core science curriculum and can be instantly translated to more than 100 languages. Students at all skills levels can practice at their own self-directed pace.
- Scalable Solutions: The labs are scalable and nonsequential, making them applicable for classrooms or home without access to traditional lab equipment, ensuring that all students can benefit from this innovative approach.
- Professional Development: Lessons are designed by real science educators and scientists. One-on-one virtual science coaching and support for implementing virtual science labs in your classroom is available.
“We are excited to introduce Pitsco Smart Science to our current and future teachers and students,” said Matt Frankenbery, CEO at Pitsco Education. “By combining our hands-on programs with advanced virtual simulations, we are creating a learning experience that will inspire and engage students in new and exciting ways. Our virtual simulations will enhance our ability to offer a holistic educational experience that will prepare students for future success.”
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Pitsco Education - As a leading provider of K-12 core science, CTE, and hands-on STEM curriculum, we empower students to develop career-ready skills essential for the future. Our solutions incorporate real-world applications and industry-standard tools, bridging academic learning with practical career pathways. Through our diverse range of products, interactive activities, standards-aligned curriculum, and scalable resources, we create engaging and meaningful learning experiences that enhance student involvement and promote lasting academic success.