Online Short Course

Looking to expand your horizons this summer? Join us for the new NSTA Online Short Course: The Universe. This short course will explore the ways scientists learn about the universe and the current ideas about the origins and formation of the universe. The course will also focus on how the universe was formed, formation and destruction of stars and characteristics of the sun and stars in terms of size and composition. During this course, particular emphasis will be given to NASA resources you can use with your students and inquiry based instruction models. This is the perfect course for science teachers interested in learning more about the topic or for those who would like a refresher course. Two graded, graduate level credits will be available for an additional fee.

This introductory price includes access to the five live meetings and archives, the instructor’s PowerPoint presentations, a discussion forum, and the required course materials: SciPack, Journal Articles and online NASA resources.

• At the end of the course, all participants will have the opportunity to pass a final assessment and print a certificate from NSTA demonstrating their understanding and proficiency of the content.
• Educators are encouraged to seek approval in advance from their district for continuing education credits that may be ascribed for participating in this online short course.

For more information contact shortcourses@nsta.org