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NSTA Web Seminars are live professional learning experiences that use online learning technologies to allow participants to interact with nationally acclaimed experts, NSTA Press authors, and scientists, engineers, and education specialists from NSTA partner organizations.
All web seminars are recorded for watching on-demand in the web seminar archive.
Web Seminar Series
Web Seminar Series
Join us for a four-part webinar series, scheduled on September 10, 17, 24 and October 1, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, to deepen your understanding of STEM learning experiences that build durable skills....
Web Seminar Series
Are your assessments capturing the rich science sensemaking already happening in your classroom? Join us on October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET, to build your skills in designing 3D assessments with generative AI....
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Are you curious about OpenSciEd? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to how high-quality instruction...
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Are you curious about Class CrunchLabs? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to how high-quality inst...
Upcoming Web Seminars
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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...
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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?...
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Join us on Tuesday, August 25, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, and walk away with relevant classroom activities that you can use immediately....
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Ready to kick off your OpenSciEd year with confidence? Join us on Wednesday, August 26, from 7:00–8:30 PM ET for a live panel discussion featuring veteran OpenSciEd educators who have been where you are and are ready to share what they've learn...
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Amazing Monarch Butterflies, August 27, 2026
Join us on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about why we refer to the monarch butterflies as "amazing."...
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Who's Doing the Talking? Starting School with Effective Discourse Strategies, September 1, 2026
Spark deeper science learning through student talk. Discover strategies that turn classroom conversations into opportunities for students to collaborate, share ideas, and make sense of science together. Join us on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 7:0...
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Unlocking Success: A Step-by-Step Guide to NSTA Proposal Submissions, September 3, 2026
Ready to share your ideas at the NSTA Spring Conference in Boston? Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 7:00 - 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive session designed to help you develop and submit a successful proposal for the 2027 NSTA Spring Confe...
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What is El Niño and How Might It Affect Our Weather This Year, September 10, 2026
Join us on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about El Niño....
Web Seminar Series
Join us for a four-part webinar series, scheduled on September 10, 17, 24 and October 1, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, to deepen your understanding of STEM learning experiences that build durable skills....
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Presenter Essentials: Your Guide to Conference Success, September 15, 2026
Get ready to shine at the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis! Join us on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 7:00 - 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you feel prepared, confident, and ready to succeed as an NSTA conference p...
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Building Wonder with Text Sets: Tools for Inquiry Rich Classrooms, September 16, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for another installment of Book Beat Live!...
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Leveraging Anchoring Phenomena for Sensemaking, September 22, 2026
Compelling phenomena have the power to spark curiosity, inspire questions, and create a purpose for science learning....
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Explore Leadership Opportunities: 2027 NSTA Nominations Session, September 23, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the leadership opportunities available on the NSTA Board of Directors and Leadership Council.Curious about serving in an NSTA leadership role? Join us for an overvie...
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Elementary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, September 28, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementary classroom....
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Reviewing Proposals for NSTA Conference in Boston, September 29, 2026
Every great conference begins with great proposal reviewers. Help shape the 2027 NSTA Spring Conference in Boston. Join us on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 7:00 - 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will equip you with the tools and guida...
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Navigating NSTA 2026 Fall Conference: A Guide for First-Time Attendees, October 6, 2026
Headed to the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis? Make every moment count! Join us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 7:00 - 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will help you navigate the conference with confidence, build meaningful conn...
Web Seminar Series
Are your assessments capturing the rich science sensemaking already happening in your classroom? Join us on October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET, to build your skills in designing 3D assessments with generative AI....
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Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Indianapolis 2026, October 8, 2026
NSTA Indianapolis is coming, and your best conference experience starts now! Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 7:00 - 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you plan your schedule, navigate the conference, and maximize your ...
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Don’t Hide Your Passion: Let It Shine with an NSTA Teacher Award, October 14, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about learn about the various NSTA award categories, eligibility criteria, and the application process. Your passion for teaching deserves to be recognized. In this session...
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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....
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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....
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Transform student talk into powerful science learning. Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 7:00–8:30 PM ET for an interactive web seminar exploring how OpenSciEd's Scientist Circles routine strengthens student discourse, deepens scientific r...
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Snowfall Measurement Science: In Support of Aviation Winter Operations, November 12, 2026
Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about snow measurement science....
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Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, February 1, 2027
Are you a K-12 teacher that works near a Shell asset? If so, you could win a science classroom makeover. Join us on Monday, February 1, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge....
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A Decade of Discovery: Celebrating 10 Years of Best STEM Books, February 3, 2027
Join us on Wednesday, February 3, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for another installment of Book Beat Live!...
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Elementary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, February 22, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementary classroom....
Web Seminar Series
Are you curious about OpenSciEd? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to how high-quality instruction...
Web Seminar Series
Are you curious about Class CrunchLabs? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to how high-quality inst...
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Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, March 8, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory....