Preservice Teachers
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.

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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Upcoming Web Seminars
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Web Seminar
Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory....
Web Seminar
Join us on Tuesday, October 20, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, and learn about Halloween-related activities that you can do in your classroom....
Web Seminar
Join us on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about earthquakes and the USGS-led ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning System....
Member Web Seminar
Transform student talk into powerful science learning. Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET. for an interactive web seminar exploring how OpenSciEd's Scientist Circles routine strengthens student discourse, deepens scienti...



