PIMSER maintains ongoing national partnerships with leading organizations in science education to strengthen instruction, expand access to high-quality resources, and support educators through research-based professional learning. These partnerships connect Kentucky educators to nationally recognized expertise, instructional materials, and innovative approaches that support effective science teaching and learning.
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
PIMSER partners with NSTA to support high-quality science instruction through access to nationally vetted instructional resources, professional learning experiences, and research-based best practices. This collaboration helps Kentucky educators stay connected to national conversations in science education, instructional leadership, and standards-aligned teaching.
BSCS Science Learning
Through its partnership with BSCS Science Learning, PIMSER supports research-driven innovation in science teaching and learning. This work includes professional learning aligned to high-quality instructional materials, curriculum-based teacher support, and evidence-based approaches that promote student sensemaking and equity in science classrooms.
Concord Consortium
PIMSER collaborates with the Concord Consortium to advance STEM inquiry through technology-enhanced learning. This partnership supports the use of digital tools, simulations, and data-rich investigations that deepen student understanding and help educators implement inquiry-based, phenomenon-centered science instruction.