Postsecondary Resources

Postsecondary education includes university or college education, as well as education at community colleges and trade schools.

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Hybrid Group-Based Concept Mapping

Helping students to understand complex processes is one of the core challenges in teaching biology courses. Concept mapping is a flexible pedagogical method that enables students to learn the complexities of a given subject while at the same time be...

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House Leaders Introduce The College Affordability Act

Democrats Introduce Bill to Reauthorize Higher Education Act House Democrats introduced a long-awaited bill earlier this week that would update the Higher Education Act for the first time in more than a decade....

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Polymers Course for Small Colleges and Universities

This article describes the course design and teaching methodology for a polymer chemistry and applications lecture class specifically aimed at small college and university instruction. This intermediate course for advanced undergraduates and masters-...

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Inquiring Astronomy: Incorporating Student-Centered Pedagogical Techniques in an Introductory College Science Course

Increases in student-centered pedagogy have been more prevalent in K–12 education than in collegiate undergraduate science education. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of using student-centered pedagogy advocated in K–12 educ...

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Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Indianapolis 2026, October 8, 2026

NSTA Indianapolis is coming, and your best conference experience starts now! Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 7:00–8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you plan your schedule, navigate the conference, and maximize y...

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Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Indianapolis 2026, October 8, 2026

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Navigating NSTA 2026 Fall Conference: A Guide for First-Time Attendees, October 6, 2026

Headed to the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis? Make every moment count! Join us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 7:00–8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will help you navigate the conference with confidence, build meaningful ...

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Reviewing Proposals for NSTA Conference in Boston, September 29, 2026

Every great conference begins with great proposal reviewers. Help shape the 2027 NSTA Spring Conference in Boston. Join us on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 7:00–8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will equip you with the tools and g...

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Presenter Essentials: Your Guide to Conference Success, September 15, 2026

Get ready to shine at the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis! Join us on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 7:00–8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you feel prepared, confident, and ready to succeed as an NSTA conferen...

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Unlocking Success: A Step-by-Step Guide to NSTA Proposal Submissions, September 3, 2026

Ready to share your ideas at the NSTA Spring Conference in Boston? Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 7:00–8:15 PM ET, for an interactive session designed to help you develop and submit a successful proposal for the 2027 NSTA Spring C...

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Designing 3D Assessments with Generative AI: A Four-Part Professional Learning Series for Science Educators

Are your assessments capturing the rich science sensemaking already happening in your classroom? Join us on October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET, to build your skills in designing 3D assessments with generative AI....

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Starting Strong: Creating Classroom Norms that Foster Sensemaking from Day One, August 20, 2026

How do you create a classroom where every student’s ideas, questions, and experiences are valued from the very first day?...

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What is El Niño and How Might It Affect Our Weather This Year, September 10, 2026

Join us on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about El Niño....

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Sponsored Web Seminar: Toss It, Walk It, Graph It: Simple Motion Experiments to Start the Year Strong, August 25, 2026

Join us on Tuesday, August 25, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, and walk away with relevant classroom activities that you can use immediately....

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Learning that Lasts: Meaningful STEM Experiences that Build Durable Skills: A Topic Study for K-12 Educators

Join us for a four-part webinar series, scheduled on September 10, 17, 24 and October 1, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, to deepen your understanding of STEM learning experiences that build durable skills....

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First Look at NSTA’s Newest Professional Learning Experiences, July 23, 2026

Four new workshops. Four powerful ways to elevate science teaching. Be the first to discover NSTA's newest professional learning experiences and find the right fit for your educators. Join us on Thursday, July 23, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET, for a fi...

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