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  • Constructing Explanatory Arguments Based on Evidence Gathered While Investigating Natural Phenomena in a Professional Development Context

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    This chapter, by Kevin J. B. Anderson, shares examples from experiences that support teacher professional learning about scientific arguments based on evidence. The chapter also delves into strategies to help teachers…

  • NSTA Position Statements

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    NSTA Position Statements Aerospace Education Animals: Responsible Use of Live Animals and Dissection in the Science Classroom  (under revision) Assessment  (under development) Climate Science, The Teaching of  (new) Digital Technologies (under development)…

  • CSL Call for Contributions

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    CSL Call for Contributions The editors of Connected Science Learning encourage you to submit a manuscript on any topic related to bridging in-school and out-of-school STEM learning. Although each issue is organized around a theme, your manuscript does not have to be related to a specific…

  • Overview

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    Overview Transforming science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships and advocacy. The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant…

  • CSL Submission Guidelines

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    CSL Submission Guidelines The primary audience of Connected Science Learning is STEM learning professionals, especially practitioners with responsibility for program development, in both in-school and out-of-school science learning environments (ranging from schools to museums, afterschool programs,…

  • National Conference on Science Education Minneapolis 2025 Courses and Pathways

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    National Conference on Science Education Minneapolis 2025 Courses and Pathways Let Us Help You With Your JourneyPathways feature hand-selected programming tracks to maximize your conference experience through a curated grouping of sessions centered around a specific topic of interest. Add…

  • National Conference on Science Education Minneapolis 2025 Professional Learning Institute 4

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    National Conference on Science Education Minneapolis 2025 Professional Learning Institute 4 li::before{ display:none !important; } Full-Day WorkshopImplement OpenSciEd High School Units in Your ClassroomFostering Curiosity and Confidence in High School Science LearnersPreconference • Wednesday,…

  • NSTA District Professional Learning Packages - ALT

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    NSTA District Professional Learning Packages - ALT document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function () { const target = document.querySelector(".blurb p"); if (target && !document.querySelector("[data-planning-call-button]")) { // Pull editable content from…

  • National Conference on Science Education Indianapolis 2026 Pathways

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    National Conference on Science Education Indianapolis 2026 Pathways Let Us Help You With Your JourneyPathways feature hand-selected programming tracks to maximize your conference experience through a curated grouping of sessions centered around a specific topic of interest.NSTA…

  • Call for Papers: Science and Children

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    Call for Papers: Science and Children Upcoming ThemesJuly/August 2027-Oceans for EveryoneDeadline: October 1, 2026The world’s oceans cover more than two-thirds of our planet’s surface, yet marine examples are often hard to come by in life and earth science textbooks.…

  • NSTA Sensemaking Professional Learning Packages

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    NSTA Sensemaking Professional Learning Packages Empower educators. Transform instruction. Engage all learners.NSTA’s professional learning offerings support the shift from traditional, content-driven teaching to phenomenon-based, three-dimensional science instruction. Whether you're…

  • Behavioral Disorders

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    Behavioral Disorders Behavioral disorders also known as conduct disorders are one of the most common forms of disability among children and young adults and is the most frequently cited reason for referral to mental health services. The appearance of behavioral disorders is increasing dramatically in…

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