Science education

National Science Teaching Association Welcomes New Board and Council Members

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the largest professional organization in the world promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all, welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors and six new members to its Council.

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  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the largest professional organization in the world promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all, welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors and six new members to its Council.
  • I am honored to work alongside these talented individuals to transform science education to benefit all, said Erika Shugart, Ph.D., executive director, NSTA.
  • The new board members join a 13-member board that oversees NSTAs finances, policies and procedures, and strategic planning.
  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant community of 40,000 science educators and professionals committed to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student learning.

University of Phoenix College of General Studies leadership publish whitepaper in the International Journal of Research in Education and Science

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Often, mathematics courses act as inadvertent gatekeepers for incoming college students, states Briana Houlihan, MBA, dean, College of General Studies at University of Phoenix.

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  • Often, mathematics courses act as inadvertent gatekeepers for incoming college students, states Briana Houlihan, MBA, dean, College of General Studies at University of Phoenix.
  • Kelly, associate dean at University of Phoenix in the College of General Studies, has more than 15 years of experience in science and math education.
  • Her expertise is in translating science and math education research into practice at institutions of higher education.
  • Bruno, curriculum manager in the College of General Studies at University of Phoenix, has over 26 years of experience working in higher education.

Shell USA Inc. and NSTA Announce 2022 Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award Winners

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Shell USA Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association today announced the recipients of the annual Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award.

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  • Shell USA Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association today announced the recipients of the annual Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award.
  • The awardees (listed below) were formally recognized for their achievement during an award ceremony at the NSTA National Conference on Science Education in Houston.
  • Created for K12 classroom science teachers in urban settings, the Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award is designed to help strengthen quality science teaching and enhance teacher content knowledge.
  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant community of 40,000 science educators and professionals committed to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student learning.

Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Announces 2022 Grand-Prize Winners

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Shell USA Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) today announced the grand-prize winners in the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge .

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  • Shell USA Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) today announced the grand-prize winners in the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge .
  • To enter the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, K12 science teachers located in select school districts near Shell USA Inc. assets were asked to describe their schools current laboratory resources, explain why laboratory upgrade support is needed, and describe their approach to science education instruction utilizing their schools current lab facilities.
  • The Shell Science Regional Challenge grand-prize winners have displayed ingenuity, expertise, and professionalism well beyond ordinary expectations, said NSTA President Eric Pyle.
  • NSTA offers high-quality science resources and continuous learning so that science educators grow professionally and excel in their career.

Bonita Street Elementary STEAM Academy Fourth-Graders Win 2022 Cal Water H2O Classroom Challenge

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tiffany Rachals fourth-grade students at Bonita Street Elementary STEAM Academy in Carson, Calif., were announced as the 2022 Cal Water H2O Challenge grand-prize winners today at a school-wide surprise assembly.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., April 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tiffany Rachals fourth-grade students at Bonita Street Elementary STEAM Academy in Carson, Calif., were announced as the 2022 Cal Water H2O Challenge grand-prize winners today at a school-wide surprise assembly.
  • The Cal Water H2O Challenge (challenge.calwater.com) is a collaboration between California Water Service (Cal Water), the California Association of Science Educators (CASE), the WestEd K-12 Alliance, and DoGoodery.
  • This free, project-based competition invites fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade classrooms in Cal Water service areas to develop and implement solutions to local water issues.
  • Cal Water does not draw water from the Dominguez Channel for drinking water.

STEM Educators Demonstrate Innovative Uses of Data-Collection Technology to Win 2022 Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

BEAVERTON, Ore., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vernier Software & Technology and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) are pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards. Chosen by a panel of NSTA-appointed experts, this year's winners—one middle school educator and two high school educators—showed innovative uses of data-collection technology to engage students in STEM learning.

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  • Chosen by a panel of NSTA-appointed experts, this year's winnersone middle school educator and two high school educatorsshowedinnovative uses of data-collection technology to engage students in STEM learning.
  • "From Earth science to physiology, this year's Vernier/NSTA Technology Award winners demonstrate the many ways data-collection technology can support student learning across scientific disciplines," saidJohn Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology.
  • "We are proud to both recognize and support these educators as they continue to help facilitate hands-on, real-world learning in their classrooms and labs."
  • To learn more about this year's winning educators and the Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards, visit www.vernier.com/grants .

Middle School Educators Begin Professional Learning Fellowship in the 2022 Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy

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Monday, March 28, 2022

The Northrop Grumman Foundation and the National Science Teaching Association announced the selection of 22 middle school science, technology, and engineering teachers as 2022 Teacher Fellows in the Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy.

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  • The Northrop Grumman Foundation and the National Science Teaching Association announced the selection of 22 middle school science, technology, and engineering teachers as 2022 Teacher Fellows in the Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy.
  • Teachers inspire students every day as they help to create a solid foundation for them in STEM and we are thrilled to welcome this years cohort of teachers to the Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy, said Stephanie Fitzsimmons, manager, corporate citizenship, strategy and communities, Northrop Grumman.
  • For a list of the 2022 Teacher Fellows or to learn more about the Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy, visit https://www.nsta.org/northrop-grumman-foundation-teachers-academy-2022 .
  • Northrop Grumman and the Northrop Grumman Foundation are dedicated to expanding and enhancing sustainable science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education opportunities for students globally.

National Science Teaching Association Names 2022 Recipients of its Awards Program

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Monday, March 28, 2022

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) announced the recipients of its 2022 NSTA Awards program, which honors K12 teachers, principals, professors and other science education professionals for their outstanding work and achievement in science education.

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  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) announced the recipients of its 2022 NSTA Awards program, which honors K12 teachers, principals, professors and other science education professionals for their outstanding work and achievement in science education.
  • Awardees will be recognized during a special evening celebration taking place during the NSTA National Conference on Science Education in Houston, Texas on April 1.
  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant community of 40,000 science educators and professionals committed to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student learning.
  • NSTA offers high quality science resources and continuous learning so that science educators grow professionally and excel in their career.

New NSTA Book Shows the Power of Science Notebooks to Engage K–5 Students

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Monday, March 7, 2022

Science Notebooks in Student-Centered Classrooms , a new guide published by NSTA Press , demonstrates how using science notebooks is good for both budding scientists and their elementary school teachers.

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  • Science Notebooks in Student-Centered Classrooms , a new guide published by NSTA Press , demonstrates how using science notebooks is good for both budding scientists and their elementary school teachers.
  • Teachers can use the notebooks to detect each students strengths and challenges when participating in the academic work of science.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220307005137/en/
    New NSTA Book Shows the Power of Science Notebooks to Engage K5 Students (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Science Notebooks starts by explaining how to kick off a notebooking practice.
  • In June, in conjunction with the release of Science Notebooks, NSTA is hosting a professional book study for K-12 teachers.

Palisade Bio (NASDAQ: PALI) Adds Pharmaceutical Industry Executive Robert McRae to Leadership Team

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Robs leadership skills are a great addition to our team to help shape the future of Palisade Bio.

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  • Robs leadership skills are a great addition to our team to help shape the future of Palisade Bio.
  • His deep understanding and breadth of experiences in biotech operations and strategy will serve Palisade Bio well as we advance LB1148 towards Phase 3 clinical trials, says Tom Hallam, Chief Executive Officer of Palisade Bio.
  • We are delighted to have recruited him to complement our senior management team at this pivotal time for Palisade Bio.
  • Im thrilled to be joining Palisade Bio at this critical time of growth, states Mr. McRae.