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Archive: FDA/NSTA Symposium: Teach Science Concepts and Inquiry with Food, Boston, MA: March 28, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, Informal Education, Middle School 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...  [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

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Archive: Sally Ride Science/NSTA Symposium: From Astrobiology to Zoology: Igniting Students' Interests in Science Careers, Boston, MA: March 29, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, High School, Informal Education, Middle School 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...  [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

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Archive: NSTA Symposium: Picture-Perfect Science Lessons: Using Children's Books to Guide Inquiry, Grades K-4, Cincinnati, Ohio: December 5, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, Informal Education During this half-day symposium, Karen Ansberry and Emily Morgan, authors of the NSTA Press publication More Picture-Perfect Science Lessons: Using Children’s Books to Guide Inquiry, Grades K-4 shared with participants several model lessons, the benefits and cautions of using children’s picture books in science, information about the essential features of inquiry and the BSCS 5E model, and strategies teachers can use to incorporate research-based reading...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, Karen Ansberry and Emily Morgan, authors of the NSTA Press publication More Picture-Perfect Science Lessons: Using Children’s Books to Guide Inquiry, Grades K-4 shared with participants several model lessons, the benefits and cautions of using children’s picture books in science, information about the essential features of inquiry and the BSCS 5E model, and strategies teachers can use to incorporate research-based reading comprehension strategies into science inquiry lessons. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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Archive: IPY/NSTA Symposium: Polar Science, Global Discoveries: IPY Research Update for Teachers, Boston, MA: March 29, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, High School, Informal Education, Middle School 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) in celebration of the International Polar Year (IPY), scientists and education specialists shared information with teachers about the global climate change. The presenters led activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about the topic and...  [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) in celebration of the International Polar Year (IPY), scientists and education specialists shared information with teachers about the global climate change. The presenters led activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about the topic and that can be easily replicated in their classrooms. All participants received a DVD and 2-CD set from NOAA as well as a list of related URLs that can be used for further exploration of activities and programs related to the IPY. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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Archive: Sally Ride Science/NSTA Symposium: Igniting Students' Interests in Science Careers, Portland, Oregon: November 20, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, Informal Education, Middle School During this half-day symposium, Sally Ride Science scientists and education specialists shared information with the participants about the wide variety of STEM careers available, the many paths to becoming a scientist, and the vibrant men and women involved in science today. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about science careers and served as models for activities they can do with their students in...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, Sally Ride Science scientists and education specialists shared information with the participants about the wide variety of STEM careers available, the many paths to becoming a scientist, and the vibrant men and women involved in science today. The presenters also performed activities that enhanced the participants' knowledge about science careers and served as models for activities they can do with their students in the classroom. All participants received educational materials from Sally Ride Science, including a book about science careers and an educational poster focusing on science careers. The symposium was designed for teachers of grades 6-9. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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Archive: NIH/NSTA Symposium: Exploring Bioethics - A New Model for Classroom Instruction, New Orleans, Louisiana: March 19, 2009 Grade Level: High School, Informal Education During this half-day Symposium, science and education experts from NIH focused their presentations and activities on the teaching of bioethics in the high school biology classroom. They modeled field-tested lessons that can engage students in understanding current practices in biomedicine, such as genetic testing. The presenters also lead discussions regarding the ethical concepts of fairness, respect, and weighing harms and benefits, and shared strategies...  [view full summary] During this half-day Symposium, science and education experts from NIH focused their presentations and activities on the teaching of bioethics in the high school biology classroom. They modeled field-tested lessons that can engage students in understanding current practices in biomedicine, such as genetic testing. The presenters also lead discussions regarding the ethical concepts of fairness, respect, and weighing harms and benefits, and shared strategies for facilitating rich ethics discussions in the classroom. All participants received educational materials from NIH. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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ISTE Annual Conference and Exposition: Inaugural NSTA Science Education Technology Strand, Denver, CO: June 29, 2010 Grade Level: Elementary School, High School, Middle School Thousands of science educators interested in learning more about using technology in education and the ease of using web-based tools to communicate and collaborate attended the ISTE Annual Conference and Exposition in Denver, CO, June 27–30, 2010. NSTA developed a series of lectures and poster as part of a Science Education Technology Strand with an Online Professional Development theme. The lectures took place June 29, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm....  [view full summary] Thousands of science educators interested in learning more about using technology in education and the ease of using web-based tools to communicate and collaborate attended the ISTE Annual Conference and Exposition in Denver, CO, June 27–30, 2010. NSTA developed a series of lectures and poster as part of a Science Education Technology Strand with an Online Professional Development theme. The lectures took place June 29, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm. Presenters included: Dr. Eric Wiebe, NC State University, Chris Dede, Harvard University, Mike Hannafin, University of Georgia, Dr. Francis Eberle, Al Byers, and Flavio Mendez from NSTA. See their PowerPoint presentations, articles published, and the presenters' biographical information. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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Archive: FDA/NSTA Symposium: Teach Science Concepts and Inquiry with Food, Portland, Oregon: November 21, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School 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 the classroom. Participants learned how FDA scientists use DNA micro-array technology to detect...  [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 the classroom. Participants learned how FDA scientists use DNA micro-array technology to detect foodborne pathogens, about 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 prepared by the FDA team including paper copies of all the PowerPoint slides, informational handouts about food science, and a $60 stipend for attending the symposium. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free

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Archive: Climate Change/NSTA Symposium: Earth Then, Earth Now: Our Changing Climate, New Orleans, Louisana: March 19, 2009 Grade Level: High School, Informal Education, Middle School 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...  [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

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Archive: NSTA Symposium: Force and Motion: Stop Faking It!, Portland, Oregon: November 21, 2008 Grade Level: Elementary School, Informal Education, Middle School During this half-day symposium, Dr. Bill Robertson, author of the NSTA Press publication Force and Motion: Stop Faking It! Finally Understanding Science So You Can Teach It guided participants through simple activities to explain common physical science concepts, such as inertia, velocity, acceleration, and Newton's laws of motion. The presenter used a number of interactive simulations available within the Force and Motion Science Objects...  [view full summary] During this half-day symposium, Dr. Bill Robertson, author of the NSTA Press publication Force and Motion: Stop Faking It! Finally Understanding Science So You Can Teach It guided participants through simple activities to explain common physical science concepts, such as inertia, velocity, acceleration, and Newton's laws of motion. The presenter used a number of interactive simulations available within the Force and Motion Science Objects to stimulate discussion among participants and to check for understanding of the concepts. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free      Nonmember Price: Free