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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FREE Web Seminar • Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers

October 7, 2024

FREE Web Seminar • Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Secondary Science/STEM Teachers

October 21, 2024

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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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Inspiring the Next Generation

How many times have you found yourself sitting in a cafeteria or classroom staring at a professional development PowerPoint being presented by someone...

Journal Article

Learning by Listing

Undergraduate STEM students may be overwhelmed by the complex information they are exposed to during their education. Even so, there are a handful of ...

Journal Article

Undergraduate Learning Assistants Foster Students’ Resilience During Transition to Online Learning in a Large Microbiology Classroom

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a series of emergency transitions to online learning for academic institutions around the world. Previous studies have sh...

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Collaboration Through Critical Service Learning—In Search of Earth’s Secrets

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.

Interactive e-Books

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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