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    Autism According to the Council for Exceptional Children, autism is a “spectrum disorder within a group of developmental disabilities defined by significant impairments in social interaction and communication, and by the presence of unusual behaviors and interests,” such as repetitive and stereotypic…

  • Intellectual Disabilities

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    Intellectual Disabilities Introduction Students with intellectual disabilities are identified by exhibiting the following criteria: Sub-average intellectual ability (IQ 70 or lower) Problems in adaptive functioning Manifested before the age of 18 General Strategies Identify science role…

  • Book Beat Live! Model-Based Inquiry in Biology, October 10, 2023

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    Join us on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn about the NSTA Press book Model-Based Inquiry in Biology: Three-Dimensional Instructional Units for Grades 9-12. NSTA Press books are powerful…

  • Using STEM Clubs as a Catalyst for Change in K-12 Education: A Statewide Model

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    The growing abundance of research supporting the importance of incorporating increased Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) into schools, combined with the recently vocalized excitement in regard to STEM by…

  • Science Scope: Checklist for Feature Articles

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    Never written a feature article for Science Scope before? Follow this checklist as you prepare your manuscript. You’ll soon be on your way to getting published!

  • NSTA Executive Director Search

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    NSTA Executive Director Search Search Description: Executive Director, National Science Teaching Association The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and works with elected officials and the Board to develop a strategic plan and vision for the Association and for carrying out the policies and directives…

  • Modeling How Students Can Share Ideas and Make Sense of Phenomena by Aaron Mueller

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    One of the most important steps I take to elicit student ideas in the classroom is to establish a classroom culture that makes students feel comfortable sharing their ideas. I take the time to develop a strong,…

  • NSTA District Professional Learning Packages

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    NSTA District Professional Learning Packages All NSTA Programs and modules can be delivered virtually or face-to-face. NSTA offers tailored packages of onsite presentations and workshops, online experiences, and books on popular topics—including three-dimensional instruction—for schools, districts, or states. Using a…

  • CSL Submission Guidelines

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    CSL Submission Guidelines The primary audience of Connected Science Learning is STEM learning professionals, especially practitioners with responsibility for program development, in both in-school and out-of-school science learning environments (ranging from schools to museums, afterschool programs, media and technology…

  • How Can Forces Exerted by Weather Conditions Affect the Flight Path of our Model Rocket?

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  • A Holiday Recipe for Science Teachers: Build Trust, Find Common Ground, and Model Scientific Thinking

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  • Visual Impairments

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    Visual Impairments Students with visual impairments include those with low vision and those who are blind. Students who are blind may use Braille to read. Students with low vision tend to read print, may use optical devices, or may also read Braille like their peers who are blind. Both students who…

  • NSTA Press® Sample Chapters

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    NSTA Press® Sample Chapters Looking for Science Activities? NSTA Press publishes science activities for teachers of kindergarten through college on a wide range of topics. We've posted sample chapters and activities from our books for free download so you can look inside. Be sure to search our online bookstore for…

  • How Can Scientists Develop A Model to Predict When and Where a Dust Storm Will Happen? - Daily Do

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