Open and Shared Educational STEM Resources in the Middle School

Curriki, an online community for creating and sharing open source curricula, and the Middle School Portal 2: Math and Science Pathways (MSP2) project, are collaborating to provide an integrated learning environment and resource repository that is centered on a culture of collective participation. The move is in response to today's restrictive budget environment, in which school districts must think creatively to budget for high quality curriculum -- including STEM curriculum. The proliferation of technology, the high cost of traditional textbooks, and the focus on engaging students in 21st century learning are compelling many stakeholders to address the growing demand for digital content to adapt to the new learning environment. These stakeholders include publishers, K–12 schools and universities, nonprofits and government organizations. This situation has, in this instance, fostered a partnership where educators create and distribute high-quality curricula.