Research Quest
Research Quest is a series of science investigations examining real world questions and designed especially for kids.
Led by NHMU scientists who are experts in their fields, students use the Research Quest website to analyze evidence and develop their own theories. Their goal? Help solve mysteries our own scientists are still trying to figure out!
Research Quest was created by NHMU with help from an all-star team of learning experts, university researchers, museum professionals, and digital designers. The program:
- Is perfect for middle schoolers and great for younger kids, too, with help from a teacher, parent or older sibling
- Uses a custom website packed with videos, 3D viewers, models, interactive maps, and more
- Is offered online at no cost thanks to generous NHMU supporters
Research Quest aligns with the latest educational standards and is offered for direct use through your own, free Research Quest account or as a Research Quest On-Demand class.
Are you a Parent? Teacher? Student? Scroll down and learn how Research Quest is right for you.
What kind of user are you?
Parents
If you're looking for cool learning opportunities for your child to use on their own, we recommend starting with the NHMU on-demand classes. You may also create a free Research Quest account to use the investigations on your own.
Teachers
You have several great options — each aligned with state educational standards. Our on-demand classes allow your students to use Research Quest with support from our NHMU educators. You can also create your own Research Quest account to use directly with your students which allows you to take full advantage of all Research Quest resources including instructional guides and more.
Check out our Tools for Teachers page for details.
Students
If you have login information from your teachers or parents, follow the directions they have provided for class participation.