Our projects address the full spectrum of topics and issues associated with STEM education, and they often result in insightful and inspiring publications.

From books to peer-reviewed journals, op-ed pieces, and conference presentations, our publications allow you to explore the wide range of research TERC staff have undertaken for more than 55 years. These materials answer challenging questions, uncover important findings, and delve deeper into creating a level playing field for life-long learners. Every day we strive to inform and engage our audience with the best practices in education for all learners, as well as professional development, and evaluation. We’re moving the world forward with STEM education, and our publications can help you join the movement.

  • Focus Populations

  • Content Areas

Supporting Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments to Learn Computational Thinking Through Astronomy
Supporting Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments to Learn Computational Thinking Through Astronomy

Eric D. Hochberg, James K. L. Hammerman, and Santiago Gasca
March 11, 2024

The impact of visual and auditory distractions on the performance of neurodiverse students in virtual reality (VR) environments
The impact of visual and auditory distractions on the performance of neurodiverse students in virtual reality (VR) environments

Ibrahim Dahlstrom-Hakki, Zachary Alstad, Jodi Asbell-Clarke, Teon Edwards
January 22, 2024

“So, we kind of started from scratch, no pun intended”: What can students learn from designing games?
“So, we kind of started from scratch, no pun intended”: What can students learn from designing games?

Puttick, G., Cassidy, M., Tucker-Raymond, E., Troiano, G. M., & Harteveld, C.
December 4, 2023

Designing biomimetic robots: iterative development of an integrated technology design curriculum
Designing biomimetic robots: iterative development of an integrated technology design curriculum

Debra Bernstein, Gillian Puttick, Kristen Wendell, Fayette Shaw, Ethan Danahy & Michael Cassidy
November 24, 2021

Inclusive VR through Inclusive Co-Design with Neurodiverse Learners
Inclusive VR through Inclusive Co-Design with Neurodiverse Learners

Ibrahim Dahlstrom-Hakki, Teon Edwards, Jamie Larsen, Zachary Alstad, Gerald Belton, Daniel Lougen, & Daniel Santana
June 28, 2021

U!Scientist: Designing for People-Powered Research in Museums
U!Scientist: Designing for People-Powered Research in Museums

Mmachi God'sglory Obiorah, James K. L. Hammerman, Becky Rother, Will Granger, Haley Margaret West, Michael Horn, Laura Trouille
May 6, 2021

Assessing Implicit Computational Thinking in Zoombinis Puzzle Gameplay
Assessing Implicit Computational Thinking in Zoombinis Puzzle Gameplay

Elizabeth Rowe, Ma Victoria Almeda, Jodi Asbell-Clarke, Richard Scruggs, Ryan Baker, Erin Bardar, Santiago Gasca
January 27, 2021