Boston Museum of Science and Kahoot Launch Free STEM Instructional Content

  • By Kristal Kuykendall
  • 03/06/23

Learning platform Kahoot has launched a new section of free STEM learning resources in partnership with The Museum of Science, Boston.

The new STEM instructional content for grades 1–8 is the culmination of the museum’s "MOS at School" initiative, which brings together museum expertise, educators, and EiE, the museum's curriculum division, according to a news release.

The initial launch includes four themed collections on climate, space, animals, and Mars, al aligned to Next Generation Science Standards.

New collections and topics are expected monthly, the museum said; forthcoming topics will include physical science, cyber security, oceans, and artificial intelligence. Some will also offer supplemental activities for educators to use in classrooms.

Learn more and access the Museum of Science STEM instructional content on the Kahoot website.

About the Author

Kristal Kuykendall is editor, 1105 Media Education Group. She can be reached at [email protected].


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