NISMED

The National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development is a research unit and an extension arm of the University of the Philippines attached to the College of Education whose goal is to raise the level of teaching and learning of science and mathematics in the Philippine educational system.

 

RESEARCH

UP NISMED serves as the research and development arm of the government in science and mathematics at the basic and teacher education levels. 

CURRICULUM  DEVELOPMENT

UP NISMED develops research-based curriculum materials for teachers and students at the basic and teacher education levels.

PROFESSIONAL  DEVELOPMENT

UP NISMED offers various training courses for science and mathematics teachers and instructional leaders.

EXTENSION

In its role in making science accessible to the public, UP NISMED conducts public service initiatives such as training caravans, sky watching activities, public lectures, and open-labs.

RESEARCH AND EXTENSION AGENDA FOR 2023-2027

TRAINING FACILITIES

With the establishment of the Science Teacher Training Center, a Japanese Grant Aid, the Institute has acquired modern facilities for its curriculum development, training, research, and extension programs.