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Scholarships for the National Conference
NSTA is providing a limited number of scholarships to cover the conference registration fee. Recipients of this scholarship are responsible for paying travel, accommodation, and other expenses associated with attending the conference. Scholarship funds are limited.

NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program
The purpose of the NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program is to encourage and support future teachers as they prepare to enter the profession, as well as help them network and connect with the many resources and opportunities provided by the Association.
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Interactive eBooks+
Interactive eBooks+ provide learning experiences that are both engaging and inspiring. Animations, simulations, and videos bring content to life, while pop-up review questions and special notes help underscore the most crucial points of knowledge.
A New and Easy Way to Earn Professional Learning Credit Hours
NSTA Professional Learning Units are self-paced, flexible short courses designed around relevant science education topics. PLU’s support student-centered learning and can be used toward continuing education credits.
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Book Beat Live! Model-Based Inquiry in Chemistry, June 23, 2025
Join us on Monday, June 23, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for the next installment of NSTA's Book Beat Live! web seminar.Join the authors of Model-Based Inquiry in Chemistry (MBI) for an engaging webinar as they introduce their NSTA book, which i...
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Science Update: The Dynamic Atmosphere: Extreme Weather, June 26, 2025
Join us on Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the science behind extreme weather....
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Learn and Lead: The Future of Science Instruction: Why OpenSciEd is Leading the Way, July 21, 2025
Join us on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about OpenSciEd.Science education is evolving and OpenSciEd is leading the way. Join us for Learn and Lead: The Future of Science Instruction, a powerful web seminar designed for ...
Web Seminar
Join us on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM ET, to learn about OpenSciEd.Science education is evolving and OpenSciEd is leading the way. Join us for Learn and Lead: The Future of Science Instruction, a powerful web seminar designed for...