Overview

WestEd conducted a national survey of 3,911 teachers across 44 states to understand how STEMscopes Math supports teaching and learning. The findings reveal extremely strong teacher satisfaction, consistent perceptions of improved student engagement, and widespread recommendations for continued adoption.

Background

STEMscopes Math is a comprehensive, standards-aligned curriculum grounded in research-based instructional design and the 5E learning cycle. To evaluate its effect on classroom instruction and student experience, Accelerate Learning partnered with WestEd, an independent education research agency known for rigorous evaluation methodologies.

Methods

WestEd surveyed thousands of teachers using STEMscopes Math, gathering data on:

• Teacher and school demographics

• Frequency of implementation

• Perceived impact on student learning

• Usefulness of curricular components

• Teacher confidence and instructional support

Respondents included educators from a wide range of school contexts, representing urban, rural, and suburban systems throughout the United States.

Key Findings

1. High Levels of Teacher Satisfaction

Teachers across all grade levels reported strongly positive perceptions of STEMscopes Math, noting improvements in:

• Student engagement

• Student confidence

• Student math reasoning and problem-solving

2. Nearly All Teachers Recommend STEMscopes Math

A key indicator of trust and usability:

• 89% of teachers recommend continuing the program in their schools

• Teachers noted that students were “more engaged” and “more confident” in math with STEMscopes

3. Instructional Components Rated Highly Helpful

Teachers consistently rated major features—including scaffolds, practice structures, and digital tools—as highly effective in supporting instruction and planning.

4. Positive Impact Across Diverse School Contexts

Teachers across 44 states, from varied school sizes and demographic communities, reported:

• Improved student understanding

• More effective math talk and discourse

• Stronger connections between instruction and real-world problem solving

Conclusion

WestEd’s teacher satisfaction survey demonstrates that STEMscopes Math is a trusted, effective, and engaging instructional resource nationwide. Educators affirm that the program strengthens student learning, supports high-quality instruction, and deserves continued use across classrooms.