
June 8, 2026
Europa Prime VR has been named a finalist for the 2026 Auggie Awards. Developed by TERC and MXTreality, this inclusive VR experience combines STEM learning, space exploration, puzzles, and sensory-aware gameplay as players investigate the mysteries of Europa, one of Jupiter’s icy moons. Winners will be announced on June 17.

June 8, 2026
A new article, “Exploring the local adaptation of a multimedia program for families with young children,” by Scott Alan Pattison and colleagues, has been published in Frontiers in Education. The study explores how a family learning program was adapted for Spanish-speaking families, highlighting the importance of content selection, bilingual support, and facilitation strategies. Download the article here.

June 5, 2026
TERC Curriculum Developer, Megan Murray, was recently featured in a comprehensive early mathematics guide published by Brighterly, titled What Is Subitizing? Meaning, Examples & Types.

May 22, 2026
On Saturday, May 30, 2026, the NeuroVivid team will be at at the Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation in Waltham, MA. NextGen STEMFest is a day-long event brings together more than 50 STEM organizations and companies to help visitors of all ages explore STEM through hands-on activities and interactive experiences.
NeuroVivid will be demonstrating activities from its Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) maker experience. Visitors will have the chance to explore how neuroscience and technology connect through engaging,

May 19, 2026
TERC’s Mike Cassidy co-authored a new article, Increasing Data Literacy in High School Students Through Data Science and Healthcare: Part 1 of 2 Leading to AI Instruction. The article highlights lessons from the Data Science, AI and You (DSAIY) in Healthcare curriculum, which helps high school students build data literacy, visualization, and analysis skills through hands-on, culturally responsive learning experiences centered on real-world healthcare challenges and artificial intelligence. Access the article here. » Read more