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Scholarships for the National Conference
NSTA is providing a limited number of scholarships to cover the conference registration fee. Recipients of this scholarship are responsible for paying travel, accommodation, and other expenses associated with attending the conference. Scholarship funds are limited.

NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program
The purpose of the NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program is to encourage and support future teachers as they prepare to enter the profession, as well as help them network and connect with the many resources and opportunities provided by the Association.
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Interactive eBooks+
Interactive eBooks+ provide learning experiences that are both engaging and inspiring. Animations, simulations, and videos bring content to life, while pop-up review questions and special notes help underscore the most crucial points of knowledge.
A New and Easy Way to Earn Professional Learning Credit Hours
NSTA Professional Learning Units are self-paced, flexible short courses designed around relevant science education topics. PLU’s support student-centered learning and can be used toward continuing education credits.
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Web Seminar: NSTA Membership 101: April 7, 2025
Join us on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM ET, for this installment of the NSTA bimonthly Membership Orientation Series, NSTA Membership 101, where we will dive into the variety of benefits available to NSTA members....
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NSTA/ASTE Web Seminar: Addressing Science Teacher Retention, April 7, 2025
Join us on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, at the intersection of research and practice as we engage in a conversation about science teacher retention. In this web seminar, a panel of science teacher educators/researchers identify...
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Web Seminar: Moving Beyond Lecture: Proven Pedagogy for the 21st Century Classroom, April 10, 2025
Join us on Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 7:00 PM ET to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about ways you can move your instruction beyond lecture-style. The web seminar "Moving Beyond Lecture: Proven Pedagogy for the 21st Century Classroom" offers innovative str...
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Join us on Monday, April 21, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET, to discover engaging ways to bring meaningful climate science exploration into your classroom all year long!...