We help teachers turn rigor into an invitation.
FUSE Improves Mindset, Performance, and Teacher Retention
Access our Free Mini-Lesson from the FUSE Library of Practices
Teachers spend too much time reteaching material students should already know. The reason is almost always the same: their brains were never truly engaged the first time.
The FUSE Library of Practices gives teachers concrete, research-backed strategies for changing that — starting with a free mini-lesson you can use tomorrow.
Building on Strengths
FUSE works with what teachers already do well. Fellows learn to apply the science of engagement to any curriculum, without starting over or adding to an already full plate.
Backed By Science
FUSE is built on decades of peer-reviewed research on adolescent motivation, cognitive science, and learning — led by Dr. David Yeager at UT Austin alongside faculty from Stanford, Indiana University, and the University of Rochester.
Fellowship Model
FUSE is a two-year fellowship, not a one-day training. Fellows develop their practice in community with colleagues across Texas and beyond — sharing strategies, troubleshooting challenges, and applying the science throughout the school year.
"I was really looking forward to learning the science behind why teenagers act the way they do. As a teacher, it has really opened my eyes."
Emily Beyer, teacher from Dripping Spring ISD
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National Science Foundation Acknowledgment: Additional support was provided by the National Science Foundation (Grants No. 2243530, 2201928, 2322330, and 2509858) awarded to David Yeager.
National Science Foundation Disclaimer: The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.