Transforming science education through research-driven innovation



Leadership and Capacity Building


Your teachers and leadership team deserve high-quality learning opportunities! BSCS offers programs for leaders responsible for teacher professional learning—science specialists, instructional coaches,department chairs, teacher leaders, and central office staff. We welcome individuals, and we provide discounts for science leadership teams.

Our immersive curriculum-based professional learning experiences improve student and teacher outcomes through the implementation of high-quality instructional materials.

Series 1: Professional Development Provider Institute

Registration is open the first in our series of four institutes designed for leaders of professional learning. 

Teaching Next Generation Science: In-person Workshops

BSCS offers two-day workshops designed for a K-12 audience with differentiation by grade band. We’ll target the following SEPs: Developing and Using Models, Analyzing and Interpreting Data, and Constructing Explanations in the context of an Earth science-focused phenomenon.

Teaching Next Generation Science: Virtual Workshops

Our 12-hour virtual professional learning workshops over three days are designed for a K-12 audience with differentiation by grade band. We’ll target the following SEPs: Developing and Using Models, Analyzing and Interpreting Data, and Constructing Explanations in the context of an Earth science-focused phenomenon.

Leadership Institute for OpenSciEd Elementary

This fall, we are launching the first in a series of four institutes focused on leading the implementation of the OpenSciEd Program for Elementary Schools.

Instructional Coaching

BSCS provides instructional coaching services that can be embedded into any district’s or school’s existing professional learning system.


About BSCS Science Learning

BSCS Science Learning develops research-based science education programs and services. We have a 66- year track record of leveraging research to create practical solutions. Today as an independent nonprofit, we offer classroom-tested instructional materials and immersive professional learning and leadership development experiences that meet the needs of the diverse populations and educational contexts of 21st century America. Our staff includes experienced educators, educational researchers, and scientists who share a commitment to transforming science education. Learn more about our work.