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Welcome to the one-stop-shop for science learning and teaching, and career resources
geared towards those new to the teaching field.

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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.

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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. Animationssimulations, and videos bring content to life, while pop-up review questions and special notes help underscore the most crucial points of knowledge.

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Professional Learning Units

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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Web Seminar

Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, February 23, 2026

Elementary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementary classroom....

Preschool Early Childhood Elementary General Science

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OpenSciEd Teacher Training: Best Practices for Success: Making Participation Inclusive During Discussions, February 26, 2026

Class discussions are at the heart of OpenSciEd’s instructional model, but ensuring that all students feel empowered to participate can be a challenge....

Middle School Postsecondary General Science

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Presenter Essentials: Your Guide to Conference Success, March 4, 2026

Join us on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn how to maximize the impact of your NSTA conference session....

Postsecondary Early Childhood Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School Pre-service Teachers Preschool Technical and Vocational Education General Science

Web Seminar

Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-service Secondary Science/STEM Teachers, March 9, 2026

Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, March 9, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory....

Middle School High School Postsecondary General Science

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