STEMplore.com
About STEMplore, our free STEM learning platform
STEMplore is STEM for Others' free online STEM learning platform. It turns science, technology, engineering, and math into interactive games and quests, so learning feels like an adventure. You can build towering structures, crack tricky math puzzles, design circuits, experiment with forces, and decode genetic secrets.
The platform is built by more than 150 volunteer developers and supported by our curriculum developers, who create lessons, videos, and articles across biology, physics, coding, and more. Around 20 courses are in active development, and STEMplore is being integrated with STEM for Others' in-person classes so students can keep learning beyond the classroom.
Who this course is for
STEMplore is for K-12 students everywhere who want to explore STEM at their own pace, as well as for teachers and parents looking for free, engaging practice. There are no prerequisites. Just pick a topic and start playing.
What you'll find on STEMplore
STEMplore brings together several kinds of learning in one place:
- Interactive STEM games. Build towering structures, crack math puzzles, design circuits, experiment with forces, and decode genetic secrets.
- Courses across subjects. Lessons in biology, physics, chemistry, math, coding, and more, many based on the STEM for Others curriculum library.
- Videos. Short, student-made video lessons that explain tricky concepts quickly.
- Articles. Readable explanations and explorations of STEM topics.
- Achievements and progress. Level up your problem-solving skills and unlock achievements as you master concepts.
What you'll learn
- Explore STEM topics through hands-on, game-based challenges
- Build problem-solving skills by tackling real-world missions
- Practice concepts from school in a low-pressure, playful setting
- Discover new subjects and interests across science, tech, engineering, and math
How long it takes
STEMplore is fully self-paced. Play a single game in a few minutes, or work through a full course over several weeks.
Frequently asked questions about STEMplore.com
Is STEMplore.com really free?
Yes. STEMplore.com is completely free, with no fees, subscriptions, or account required. STEM for Others is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and every course in our curriculum library is free for students, families, and teachers.
Who builds STEMplore?
STEMplore is built by more than 150 student volunteer developers at STEM for Others, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, together with our volunteer curriculum developers. Interested in helping? Join the team.
How do I start the course?
Visit stemplore.com and pick a subject or course that interests you. You can also click Begin Course at the top of this page.
Do I get a certificate?
The self-paced STEMplore.com materials don't include an official certificate. If you're taking the course through a STEM for Others chapter program, ask your chapter leader about recognizing your completion.
Can teachers use STEMplore in class?
Yes. Teachers and parents can use STEMplore's games and lessons for free as warm-ups, practice, or enrichment. For full slide-based lessons, browse the STEM for Others curriculum library.
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