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preK-12 STEM education.

Spotlight on Life Sciences Education

Learn about projects innovating life sciences education through online games, analyzing & interpreting data, modeling, and more.

Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence in STEM Education Research

Read new briefs on AI in STEM teaching and learning, learn about DRK-12 AI work, and more.

NSF Proposal Toolkit

Find a collection of helpful resources for developing proposals, including slides & recordings of solicitation webinars.

Video Podcast

CADRE co-PIs Ilana Horn and Terrell Morton offer insights into aspects of NSF's DRK-12 proposal development, proposal review, and project management.

The CADRE Learning Series

The Learning Series features expert education researchers discussing topics such as AI, partnerships, video use, case study research & PD development.

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Classroom-Based STEM Assessment: Contemporary Issues and Perspectives

CADRE is pleased to announce the release of a new report, which highlights the latest insights from DRK-12 program-funded research.

Curricula & Resources for Educators

Explore 75+ NSF-funded curricula, apps, modules, and/or simulations in our searchable library.

2025 DRK-12 PI Meeting

Visit the virtual poster hall and view session materials from the June 2025 meeting.

News & Announcements

NSF During the U.S. Government Shutdown
The following message is posted on NSF's website: Due to a lapse in appropriations, NSF is closed. NSF will continue to accept proposals in accordance with published guidelines. Find additional…
NSF Research Security Training Requirement Effective October 10, 2025
NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to NSF Research Security Policies, including the requirement of research security training for proposers and individuals identified as senior/key…
NSF FY2026 STEM K-12 Funding Webinar Resources
On September 4, 2025, NSF hosted a webinar providing an overview of FY2026 funding opportunities available through the Division of Research on Learning in Formal and Informal Settings (EDU/DRL)…

Events

NSF Advanced Technological Education (ATE); Full Proposal Deadline

10/02/2025 - 05:00pm

NSF EDU Core Research (ECR:Core); Full Proposal Deadline

10/02/2025 - 05:00pm

Resources

An Instructional Framework for Teaching STEM to Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities

Answering questions and solving problems are critical skills that affect the quality of life for all people. The…

Publication

Developing Inclusive Engineering Opportunities

Historically, children with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities (ID) and extensive support needs (ESN;…

Presentation

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