Sally Ride Science/NSTA Web Seminars:

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From Astrobiology to Zoology: Igniting Students’ Interests in Science Careers

All web seminar participants use online tools that allow them to mark-up presenter's slides or share desktop applications in addition to engaging in chat with others online and answering poll questions Join us for two, free Web Seminars featuring scientists and education specialists from Sally Ride Science. The seminars will focus on the wide variety of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers available, the many paths to becoming a scientist, and the vibrant men and women involved in science today. It will also give educators tools for encouraging students to think about their interests, future careers, and map out their short- and long-term goals. The presenters will share their science expertise, answer questions from the participants, and provide information regarding web sites that students can use in the classroom. These Web Seminars are designed for educators of grades 6–9.


Each web seminar is a unique, stand-alone, program. Archives of these web seminars and the presenters’ PowerPoint presentations will be available on this web page. Learn more about the features of the Web Seminar and read answers to frequently asked questions from participants.


Schedule

Web Seminar I
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Eastern
Topic: Science Careers
Presenters: Dr. Karen Flammer and Julie Miller

Web Seminar II
Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Eastern
Topic: Science Careers
Presenters: Brenda Wilson and Julie Miller



For more information contact webseminars@nsta.org


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