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Overview

At Science of Sport, we know that educators are at the heart of inspiring students to learn and grow. That’s why we’ve created the Teacher Portal, a dedicated resource designed to support you in bringing STEM to life through sports. This portal provides easy access to lesson plans, worksheets, and hands-on activities that seamlessly integrate math and science into your curriculum using real-world sports examples.

The Teacher Portal is your go-to resource for engaging, standards-aligned STEM content. Here’s what you’ll have access to:

Ready-to-Use Lesson Plans:
Clear, structured lessons that connect STEM concepts to sports, making learning more relevant and exciting for your students.
Downloadable Worksheets: Printable materials to reinforce key STEM skills through interactive activities.
Hands-On Activity Guides: Step-by-step instructions for implementing experiments and exercises that bring STEM to life in your classroom.
Sports-Based STEM Curriculum: A structured approach to teaching math and science using real-world sports applications.

The Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation STEM Program, powered by Honeywell, provides direct support to teachers and students through engaging, hands-on learning activities that incorporate examples from basketball. These activities emphasize STEM education, socio-emotional learning, and experiential instruction. Students use a variety of materials and sports equipment to complete structured tasks and worksheets.

By harnessing the power of basketball and the Phoenix Suns, we are committed to inspiring and empowering our communities through education.

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Objectives

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Enhance Student Engagement

The Science of Sport Teacher Portal is designed to help educators make STEM learning more engaging by incorporating real-world sports examples. By using structured lesson plans that connect math and science concepts to sports, students can see the relevance of STEM in their everyday lives. This approach not only makes learning more exciting but also increases student motivation and participation, leading to a deeper understanding of key subjects.
Support Hands-On Learning

Hands-on experiences are essential for reinforcing STEM skills, and our downloadable worksheets and activity guides provide step-by-step instructions for implementing interactive exercises. These activities encourage students to think critically, apply problem-solving skills, and explore STEM concepts in a tangible way. By using sports as a foundation, educators can create dynamic lessons that promote collaboration and real-world application of STEM knowledge.
Strengthen STEM Understanding

A well-structured curriculum is key to building student confidence in STEM subjects, and our sports-based STEM curriculum provides educators with a comprehensive framework for instruction. By integrating sports examples into math and science lessons, students can develop a stronger grasp of fundamental concepts while making connections between classroom learning and real-life scenarios. This approach helps reinforce STEM skills, supports differentiated instruction, and ensures students of all learning styles can succeed.

Lessons

Growth Mindset

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NBA Rules & Regulations

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Basketball Positions

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Basketball Court Geometry

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Be Your Own General Manager

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Science of Shooting a Basketball

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Shooting Percentage

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NBA Western Conference

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Elasticity

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Pass the Math

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Shooting Launch Angle

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Suns Flight Efficiency & Flight Analyst

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Height and Wingspan

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From Jets to Jump Shots

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From Jets to Dunks

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Nutrition

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Reaction Time

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Heart Rate

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Air Resistance

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Spin and Lift

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City Edition Jersey

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Design Your Own Arena

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Suns Arena Innovation

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STEM Occupations

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Overcoming Adversity

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Eco-Challenge

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Material Science

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AI in Basketball

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The Numbers Game

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Track the Score

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Additional Resources

Suns Website

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Honeywell Website

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If you have any questions, please reach out to Albert Fuentes at

albert@sciencesport.org
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