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  • Area Conference in Pittsburgh

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    Due to ongoing health and safety concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Science Teaching Association has decided to cancel the fall 2020 Area Conferences on Science Education. The face-to-face meetings…

  • The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards

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    The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards An NSTA Background Paper Writers of Science for All Americans (AAAS 1989) were the first to clearly define the “understandings and ways of thinking [that] are essential for all citizens in a world shaped by science and technology.”…

  • Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students

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    Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students Hearing loss often appears to be an invisible disability until the student enters the classroom. The challenges for students are anchored in learning language, learning how to listen and speak (if possible) and in learning how to read and write. In nearly all cases,…

  • Membership Benefits

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    Membership Benefits Unlock the Full Potential of Your Science Education JourneyJoining NSTA means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing science education. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, access top-tier learning resources, or make a meaningful impact…

  • How to Read the Next Generation Science Standards

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    How to Read the Next Generation Science Standards The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are distinct from prior science standards in three essential ways. 1) Performance. Prior standards documents listed what students should “know” or “understand.” These ideas needed to be translated into performances that could…

  • Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K–12

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    Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K–12 Submission Guidelines Reading science trade books is the perfect way for students to build literacy skills while learning science content. The books that appear in these lists were selected as outstanding children's science trade books. They were…

  • Intellectual Disabilities

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    Intellectual Disabilities Introduction Students with intellectual disabilities are identified by exhibiting the following criteria: Sub-average intellectual ability (IQ 70 or lower) Problems in adaptive functioning Manifested before the age of 18 General Strategies Identify science role…

  • NSTA Board and Council

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    NSTA Board and Council Meet the NSTA leadership » Board of Directors E-mail: boardofdirectors@nsta.org NSTA Presidents President Elizabeth Mulkerrin Omaha's…

  • Mailing Lists

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    Direct Mail ListsDo you have a science-related product and/or service? Reach your target market easily with NSTA.Key reasons to rent a postal mailing list:Generate highly qualified leadsDrive sales for products,…

  • Elementary School Science

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  • National Conference Science Education Philadelphia 2025 - STEM Showcase

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    National Conference Science Education Philadelphia 2025 - STEM Showcase Don’t miss this exciting event showcasing STEM and science-based programs, organizations, mobile labs, and local Philly attractions!Explore a variety of displays, connect with showcase…

  • My Resource List of Ecosystem Partners

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    My Resource List of Ecosystem Partners   Teacher Conference/Resources/Grant Opportunities  Student Conference/Resources  Engineering Hackathon Volunteers  Student Competitions Northrop Grumman x x x x Chevron…

  • Learning Disabilities

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    Learning Disabilities A learning disability (LD) is a neurological disorder that causes difficulty in organizing information received, remembering it, and expressing it, and therefore affects a person's basic functions such as reading, writing, comprehension, and reasoning. In simple terms, a…

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