Subject Integration
Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) can thrive in any classroom—from English and Social Studies to Math and Science. Explore teacher examples and student projects that show how research, data, and storytelling connect to core standards and real-world impact. Get inspired with guiding questions and ideas to design your own subject-based YPAR projects.
YPAR CAN FIT INTO ANY CLASS, BUT HOW IT LOOKS WILL DEPEND ON YOUR SUBJECT.
| Subject Area | Your Role Might Involve… | Guiding Question |
|---|---|---|
| English / ELA | Supporting narrative writing, interview design, persuasive essays, presentations | How can students craft compelling messages from their findings? What forms of writing or speaking will they use to communicate their research? |
| Social Studies | Connecting student issues to systems, policies, history, and civic action | How can students analyze issues of power, justice, or equity through research? Can they engage with school policy or local government? |
| Math | Supporting data analysis, survey design, charts/graphs, equity in numbers | How can students use numbers to tell a story? What statistical tools can help analyze disparities or trends in school data? |
| Science | Facilitating observations, environmental health research, wellness data | How can students apply the scientific method to school/community issues? Can students gather or analyze real-world data using science skills? |
EXAMPLES FROM TEACHERS
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English Language Arts
Teacher Unit Example - Emily Mangan, English Class
Additional Resources:
ODE’s Curriculum Model Grade 9-10
ODE’s Curriculum Model Grade 11-12
ODE's English Information (Direct Link to Website)
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Math
SchYPAR Standard Crosswalk
Teacher Unit Example - Karmel Abutaleb, Geometry Class
Additional Resources:
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Electives and Extracurricular Activities
