Why Educators Choose TCI
Why settle for ordinary curriculum? From research-backed active learning strategies to award-winning support, see how TCI empowers teachers, inspires students, and drives success at every level.
How to Build a Consistent K–12 Social Studies Program
Hillsboro K-12 School District in Oregon, with 26 elementary schools, four middle schools, and four high schools, selected TCI to help build a unified approach to social studies instruction, creating consistency without sacrificing classroom flexibility.
See How (and Why) Hillsboro Made the Change to TCI
TCI was founded by educators who set out to transform learning by combining classroom know-how with proven research. Together, they created the TCI Approach—a framework designed to move past traditional lectures and promote active learning.
All TCI programs are built on this framework, making learning accessible and inspiring for every student through interactive, student-centered experiences.
Explore the Benefits of Active Learning
Great teaching needs great resources. TCI’s high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) are designed to help students achieve more and save teachers time. Our materials stand out for their innovative approach to student engagement and practical tools that support every aspect of teaching.
Each resource is built for real classrooms, featuring:
- Standards alignment
- Effective instructional practices
- Diverse perspectives
- Usability
- Scaffolding for learning support
- Formative and summative assessments
With TCI, teachers get the support they need to bring active learning to life—and students get the tools they need to thrive.
At TCI, we don’t just say our programs work—we invite independent reviewers to put them to the test. Our social studies and science programs are reviewed by respected third-party organizations that analyze our resources for quality, effectiveness, and alignment with standards.
In addition to national recognition, our programs are reviewed and approved by individual states to ensure they meet specific requirements and standards. We also participate in landscape analyses that compare our offerings with those of other leading programs, so educators and districts can make informed choices.
TCI material is the best opportunity to foster that natural sense of wonder for students. It gets students really excited and intrigued about learning. The teachers and parents become interested, too. Igniting the sense of wonder in a small child is a magical experience, and TCI materials allow you to do that.
– Jeff Christo, Curriculum Supervisor, Gloucester Township Public Schools
I really see their critical thinking skills skyrocket during the ancient Sumerians activity and throughout the school year.
– Stacy Whittemore, 6th Grade Ancient History Teacher
I have more and more students who enjoy science, love coming to science, and have a better science vocabulary.
– Dawn Gersich, 6th Grade Science Teacher
TCI is designed with the modern teacher in mind. As educators, we often find ourselves stretched for time, going beyond our contractual obligations. TCI genuinely considers teachers, their roles, and responsibilities and enables us to be facilitators rather than being solely at the center of the classroom. This is a significant advantage compared to other platforms. They empower every teacher to thrive in the classroom.
– Rebecca Burnfin, High School Social Studies Teacher
Bring Learning Alive!
Teachers are busy, in-the-thick-of-it experts. Every choice we make at TCI is done to simplify the administrative and planning aspects of teaching so that your experts can create meaningful, immersive experiences for students.