Tennessee STEM Education Center
Lending Library
The Middle Tennessee STEM Innovation Hub, housed at Middle Tennessee State University, has hundreds of items available to support a variety of STEM lessons. We have items appropriate for different grade levels K-12 and assist students in learning coding, math, science, engineering, and technology.
These resources are available to teachers in the Middle Tennessee region for free and may require some training. Middle Tennessee STEM Innovation Hub is excited to partner with you and be a resource to enhance your classroom.
3D Printer
Flashforge 3D Printer
Printers must be used on site at MTSU when checked out.
Algeblocks Cube Set
Attachable cubes that are perfect visual, mathematical aids
Algeblocks Track Class Kit
Set of visual mathematical aids
Algeblocks Tracks and Tote Dividers
Tote organizer for algeblocks
Barometer
Measure and monitor atmospheric pressure
BioChamber-250ml
Monitor gaseous carbon dioxide and oxygen levels simultaneously in a closed system
Cuvette Rack
For holding up to 10 cuvettes during experiments
Dash & Dot Robot
Use block coding on four different iPad apps to control their robots
Dynamics Cart & Track System
Explore kinematics, dynamics, momentum, and energy
Editbot- Edison Robot
STEM teaching resource for coding and robotics education
Elegoo R3 Project
Open-source platform used for building electronics projects
Elementary Computer Science Kit
Perfect for teaching counting,sequencing, directionality, problem-solving, estimation, and just having fun!
Ethanol Sensor
Used to measure the concentration of ethanol in air above an aqueous sample
Gas Pressure Sensor Bulb
Designed to be used with the Gas Pressure Sensor to easily perform grip strength measurements
Go-Direct 3 Axis Magnetic Field Sensor
Allows you to determine the magnitude and direction of the magnetic field at any point in space
Go Direct- Blood Pressure
Non-invasive sensor designed to easily measure human blood pressure
Go Direct – Colorimeter
Great for Beer’s law experiments determining the concentration of unknown solutions, or studying changes in concentration vs. time
Go Direct – Conductivity Probe
Determines the ionic content of an aqueous solution by measuring its electrical conductivity
Go Direct – CO₂ Gas Sensor
Measures gaseous carbon dioxide concentration levels, air temperature, and relative humidity
Go Direct- EKG
Measures electrical activity in the heart and electrical signals produced during muscle contractions
Go Direct- Electrode Amplifier
An mV and pH amplifier that connects to Vernier electrodes and compatible third-party BNC electrodes
Go Direct- Force and Acceleration
Measure pushes and pulls in the classroom or outdoors
Go Direct- Gas Pressure Sensor
Measures the absolute pressure of a gas
Go Direct- Hand Dynamometer
Measures grip strength, pinch strength, and muscle fatigue
Go Direct- Light and Color Sensor
Measures light in the visible to ultraviolet electromagnetic spectrum
Go Direct- Motion Detector
Uses ultrasound to measure the position, velocity, and acceleration of moving objects
Go Direct- Optical Dissolved Oxygen Probe
Makes it easy to measure dissolved oxygen concentration, water temperature, and atmospheric pressure
Go Direct – O₂ Gas Sensor
Measures gaseous oxygen concentration levels and air temperature. It is useful for a variety of biology and physiology experiments
Go Direct – pH Sensor
General-purpose pH sensor used to monitor pH of aqueous solutions
Go Direct – Respiration Belt
Measures human respiration rate
Go Direct – Soil Moisture Sensor
Used to measure the volumetric water content of soil. This makes it ideal for performing experiments in courses such as soil science, agricultural science, environmental science, horticulture, botany, and biology
Go Direct – Spirometer
Designed to make human respiratory measurements easy
Go Direct – Surface Temperature
Designed for use in situations in which low thermal mass or flexibility is required
Go Direct – Temperature Probe
Rugged, general-purpose sensor that students can use to monitor temperature
Go Direct – Voltage Probe
Combines a wide input voltage range and high precision, making it an excellent choice for investigations of both AC/DC circuits and electromagnetism
Go Direct – Weather System
Easily monitor a wide variety of environmental factors with just one sensor. Includes sensor and weather vane.
Go Wireless – Heart Rate
Ideal for continuously monitoring heart rate before, during, and after exercise or while a person is stationary
Goniometer
Measure the angle of a joint, such as the knee or elbow. Use it to analyze the rang of motion of a limb during different types of physical activity
IPads
K’nex Education Control Crane Build
K’nex Education Real Bridge Building
K’nex Education Roller Coaster Build
LabQuest 3 Interface
Data-collection platform that students can use to collect, analyze, and interact with data efficiently
LR Geometric Shapes
408 pieces in each kit
Middle School Computer Kits
A robot designed to grow with students. From icon- and block-based coding to advanced text-based programming, the Finch is a tool for elementary school, AP computer science, and every class in between
Ozobot Evo
Evo is the social coding robot for children ages 9 and up. There are two ways to code Evo: online with OzoBlockly programming and screen free with Color Code.
Pattern Blocks
Reflex Hammer Accessory Kit
Use it to capture the strike of the hammer on a tendon. When used with an EKG sensor to record EMGs, students can study reflexes
Sphero Bolt
Use advanced sensors to track speed, acceleration, and direction, or drive BOLT without having to aim your robot thanks to the compass. BOLT also features infrared communication, allowing your robot to “talk” with other BOLTs. Equipped with Bluetooth SMART and a strong scratch-resistant shell, this robot’s brawn matches its brilliance
Tello Drone
Mostly used for indoor activities
TI-Rover
The TI-Innovator Rover is a vehicle programmable via Ti-nspire calculator. Great for lessons on mathematics and coding
Turbidity Sensor
Measure the turbidity of freshwater or seawater samples and determine water quality
UVA Sensor
Ultraviolet light sensor that responds primarily to UVA radiation
UVB Sensor
Ultraviolet light sensor that responds primarily to UVB radiation
VEX EXP Education Kit
Single Classroom Robot Vehicle Kit
VEX GO Competition Field Kit
Contains everything you need to build one of four different themed games
VEX Robotics Crossbow 2.0
Expand your imagination as you build the crossbow with over 200 easy snap-together pieces. Adjust the angle of your foam dart with the height dial, and let it fly over 40 feet by pulling the lever
VEX Robotics Hexcalator
Build the Hexcalator from over 260 VEX Robotic Pieces
VEX Robotics Pick and Drop
Build the Pick and Drop from over 400 VEX Robotic Pieces
VEX Robotics Zip Flyer
A re-envisioned take on airborne adventures
Zoomy 2.0 Handheld Microscope
Allows students to closely analyze the structure of objects in great detail. The microscope is compatible with PC and Mac with a display of 640×480 pixels.