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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

First Look at NSTA’s Newest Professional Learning Experiences, July 9, 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 9, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for a fir...

Postsecondary Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School General Science STEM

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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...

Postsecondary Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School General Science STEM

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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?...

Preschool Early Childhood Elementary Middle School High School Postsecondary General Science

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OpenSciEd Best Practices for Success: Starting Strong: Lessons from Experienced Teachers, August 26, 2026

Ready to kick off your OpenSciEd year with confidence? Learn practical, classroom-tested tips from veteran OpenSciEd educators. Join us on Tuesday, August 25 from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ET....

Elementary Middle School High School OpenSciEd

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