Upper Peninsula Teaching & Learning Conference - 2026

This presentation explores practical ways to integrate Indigenous culture into science and mathematics instruction to improve understanding and create more inclusive classrooms. Participants will examine a culturally-based visualization tool that models complex biological and anatomical structures and helps students grasp difficult scientific ideas. The session will also demonstrate math lessons that connect basic skills to Indigenous knowledge and community practices. In addition, the presentation will share a classroom project that combines cultural learning with core mathematics objectives. Finally, participants will review online course design tools that support cultural representation and student engagement. Together, these examples show how culturally responsive teaching can strengthen comprehension, motivation, and equity in both in-person and online STEM courses.