Digital High School Science Curriculum
Bridging the gap between expert NGSS curriculum and classroom implementation
Kognity delivers Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)-aligned curriculum via a digital platform that empowers teachers with options for personalized instruction. Easy adoption improves schools’ consistency, while the variety of interactive, phenomena-based content fuels student engagement in class, online, and at home.
Kognity for High School Science meets the ESSA Level IV (Demonstrates a Rationale) requirements of evidence standards.
Why choose Kognity's high school science curriculum?
Reach all students with Kognity’s digital NGSS curriculum, designed to engage and make classroom implementation the easiest thing you’ve done all year.
Built for easy NGSS adoption
With Kognity, you get more than just a curriculum; you get an NGSS adoption partner. You’ll receive ongoing support with Driving Question Boards, teacher guides, instructions, and a dedicated professional development specialist for 30, 60, and 90-day check-ins. Sessions focus on equipping teachers with the skills and confidence to bring the curriculum to life in their classrooms
Makes engagement possible for every student
Kognity helps students make connections. Real-world phenomena keep students engaged and future-ready, while knowledge checks, quizzes and other multi-dimensional assessment opportunities pinpoint gaps to drive instruction. Diverse learners in every classroom are supported with interactive 3D models, multilingual translations, and reading assistance.
Supports in-class, online and at-home student activities
Students can now make progress at their own pace, even when they miss school, whether in class, online, or at home. Kognity’s digital high school science curriculum offers teachers student progress tracking, 24/5 chat support, and constant access to up-to-date content.
Curriculum designed by experts and shaped by teachers
Kognity’s curriculum is built by NGSS experts and veteran science educators working collaboratively to ensure rigorous content. Fueled by teacher feedback, the curriculum continuously improves, because quality NGSS content matters.
Built to Fit Into Your LMS
Kognity integrates with all major Learning Management Systems (LMS), including Canvas, Schoology, Microsoft Teams, and Google Classroom. From task management to rostering, these LMS integrations automate time-consuming processes for convenience and ease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kognity have assessment capabilities?
Yes, Kognity offers the following assessments: three-dimensional Performance Tasks, quizzes, Driving Question Boards, reflection questions, open-ended questions, knowledge-check questions, and discussion and collaboration.
Can I try Kognity for free?
Yes, through our 30-day free trial. Sign up here and follow the in-product tour for a guided walkthrough of our platform and curriculum.
How is Kognity’s high school science curriculum created?
Kognity’s curriculum is built by a team of original NGSS writers, leading professional learning developers, and science educators who work collaboratively to ensure rigorous content. Mirroring the NGSS, this approach promotes continuous enhancements through peer feedback and open discussion, guaranteeing a reliable and quality curriculum.
How long does it take to implement Kognity into the classroom?
After one day of platform training and set up, teachers will be ready to start using Kognity. We also offer comprehensive support, with our team available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Can Kognity’s science curriculum be used for a full school year?
Yes, Kognity is designed to be a core curriculum and can be used for the full 180 days of the school year.
Are all high school science courses included in one subscription?
Yes, all courses – Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science (SY 24-25), and Physics – are included in the yearly subscription and readily available as much or as little as you’d like.
How much does Kognity cost?
The price of Kognity varies depending on the number of students you have. A Kognity subscription is charged per student, per year. Teacher access is always free.
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