Archive: FDA/NSTA Symposium: Food Safety and Nutrition, St. Louis, MO: March 31, 2007 Symposia Archive During this half-day symposium, scientists and education specialists from the FDA shared information with teachers about food science, bioscience, and the food label. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, scientists and education specialists from the FDA shared information with teachers about food science, bioscience, and the food label. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about the topic of food science and served as models for activities the teachers can do with students in their classrooms. Participants learned how FDA uses DNA micro-array technology to detect foodborne pathogens, the scientific basis for the percent daily values (%DVs) on the Nutrition Facts Label, and how to culture bacteria found in food. All participants received a binder including all the PowerPoint presentations and handouts and a $60 stipend for attending the symposium. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: NASA/NSTA Symposium: Discover the Universe - From Galileo to Today, Cincinnati, Ohio: December 5, 2008 Symposia Archive During this half-day Symposium, science and education experts from NASA lead discussions on key science concepts – Earth’s place in the universe; light, energy, and optics; and, models and evidence in science – as participants investigated how NASA’s...  [view full summary] During this half-day Symposium, science and education experts from NASA lead discussions on key science concepts – Earth’s place in the universe; light, energy, and optics; and, models and evidence in science – as participants investigated how NASA’s space-based missions have extended the legacy of observation and discovery that Galileo Galilei initiated when he turned his telescope to the skies in 1609. Presenters shared information about resources and opportunities for teachers and students related to the International Year of Astronomy (IYA). The IYA is a world-wide celebration of the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s observations. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Informal Education

Archive: NASA/NSTA Symposium: Igniting the Flame of Knowledge: Human Space Flight, Detroit, MI: October 19, 2007 Symposia Archive During this half-day symposium, NASA scientists and education specialists focused on the biological and physical aspects of humans living and working in space as NASA completes the International Space Station, returns a human presence on the moon and...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, NASA scientists and education specialists focused on the biological and physical aspects of humans living and working in space as NASA completes the International Space Station, returns a human presence on the moon and looks forward to Mars and beyond. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about the topic of living and working in space and served as models for activities the teachers could do with their students in the classroom. The program was designed for teachers of grades 4-9. All participants received educational materials from NASA, including a “Space Garden,” a plant growth chamber that can be used for classroom experiments. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: IPY/NSTA Symposium: Impact of Polar Climate Change on Living Systems, St. Louis, MO: March 29, 2007 Symposia Archive During this half-day symposium, sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), government agency scientists and education specialists...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), government agency scientists and education specialists talked to the audience about the impact of polar climate change on living systems. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge and served as models for activities the teachers could do with their students in the classroom. The program was designed for teachers of grades 5-8. All participants received educational materials from NASA, NOAA, and NSF funded programs. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: Climate Change/NSTA Symposium: Earth Then, Earth Now: Our Changing Climate, New Orleans, Louisana: March 19, 2009 Symposia Archive During this half-day Symposium, scientists and education specialists from SRS, NOAA, and USFS talked about the basic science behind our understanding of climate change, and global impacts on the atmosphere, ecosystems (particularly forests), and oceans...  [view full summary] During this half-day Symposium, scientists and education specialists from SRS, NOAA, and USFS talked about the basic science behind our understanding of climate change, and global impacts on the atmosphere, ecosystems (particularly forests), and oceans around the world. The presenters, some of whom were prominent scientists, drew upon the latest science to provide a story of our changing climate and they included hands-on activities for classroom use and current ideas for facing our climate challenge and creating a healthier planet. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Middle School, High School, Informal Education

Archive: NSTA Symposium: Energy: Stop Faking It!, New Orleans, Louisiana: March 21, 2009 Symposia Archive During this half-day Symposium, NSTA Press Author, Dr. Bill Robertson, gave a presentation on Energy and the 5-E Inquiry model. Dr. Robertson engaged the participants in a variety of activities with low cost materials that help students to understand...  [view full summary] During this half-day Symposium, NSTA Press Author, Dr. Bill Robertson, gave a presentation on Energy and the 5-E Inquiry model. Dr. Robertson engaged the participants in a variety of activities with low cost materials that help students to understand the concepts of energy. There was a lively pedagogical discussion that focused on how to help children at different grade levels increase their understanding of this challenging subject. All participants received Dr. Robertson’s book Energy: Stop Faking It! [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: FDA/NSTA Symposium: Teach Science Concepts and Inquiry with Food, New Orleans, Louisiana: March 20, 2009 Symposia Archive During this half-day Symposium, experts and educators from FDA explained how foodborne pathogens are tracked in an outbreak investigation and the scientific basis for the percent daily values (%DVs) on the Nutrition Facts Label. FDA experts and master...  [view full summary] During this half-day Symposium, experts and educators from FDA explained how foodborne pathogens are tracked in an outbreak investigation and the scientific basis for the percent daily values (%DVs) on the Nutrition Facts Label. FDA experts and master educators also lead participants in activities exploring the meaning of the food label and examining the effects of different treatments of milk on milk storage. These presentations and activities were aimed at giving educators tools to use in their classrooms to help students experience several of the National Science Education Standards. Each participant received a notebook of teaching resources from FDA. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Archive: IPY/NSTA Symposium: Arctic and Antarctic Living Systems, Birmingham, AL: December 7, 2007 Symposia Archive During this half-day symposium, sponsored by NSF, NOAA, and NASA in celebration of the International Polar Year (IPY), scientists and education specialists talked to teachers about the effects of climate change on Arctic and Antarctic living systems....  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, sponsored by NSF, NOAA, and NASA in celebration of the International Polar Year (IPY), scientists and education specialists talked to teachers about the effects of climate change on Arctic and Antarctic living systems. The presenters led activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about ecosystems, feedback loops, the carbon cycle, and climate change. The activities served as models for activities the teachers could do with students in their classrooms. All participants received a DVD and CD set from NOAA, and a unit plan, as well as a list of related URLs that can be used in the classroom for further exploration of the topic. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: FDA/NSTA Symposium: Teach Science Concepts and Inquiry with Food, Boston, MA: March 28, 2008 Symposia Archive During this half-day symposium, scientists and education specialists from the FDA shared information with teachers about food science, bioscience, and the food label. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, scientists and education specialists from the FDA shared information with teachers about food science, bioscience, and the food label. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about the topic of food science and served as models for activities the teachers can do with students in their classrooms. Participants learned how FDA uses DNA micro-array technology to detect foodborne pathogens, the scientific basis for the percent daily values (%DVs) on the Nutrition Facts Label, and how to culture bacteria found in food. All participants received a binder including all the PowerPoint presentations and handouts and a $60 stipend for attending the symposium. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, Informal Education

Archive: Energy: Stop Faking It!, St. Louis, MO: March 31, 2007 Symposia Archive This half-day symposium gave participants an opportunity to interact with Dr. Bill Robertson, author of the popular NSTA Press series: Stop Faking It! In this face-to-face experience, Dr. Robertson talked about the concept of energy, and used examples...  [view full summary] This half-day symposium gave participants an opportunity to interact with Dr. Bill Robertson, author of the popular NSTA Press series: Stop Faking It! In this face-to-face experience, Dr. Robertson talked about the concept of energy, and used examples from his book: Energy: Stop Faking It! Using many easy-to-find materials like paper cups, marbles, rulers, toy-car ramps, balloons, etc., he engaged the audience and guided discussion to assist teachers' understanding of concepts like potential and kinetic energy, work, and conservation of energy. All participants received a copy of the NSTA Press publication: Energy: Stop Faking It! [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, Informal Education