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Project 2061 is a long term initiative of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) focused on improving science education. Among other things, Project 2061 produces assessment items and concept inventories to support science educators.
The Hoosier Association of Science Teachers will host it's annual conference at the Indiana Convention Center in February 11 - 13. The 2015 theme is "The Nature of Science".
Four TownHall Conference Calls per year are scheduled for leaders in the STEM community.
Graphene may be the most remarkable substance ever discovered. But what's it for?
First time attendees and presenters can apply for a scholarship to attend ChemEd 2015. The scholarship program will cover the registration fee for more than 12 first-time ChemEd attendees and more than 12 first-time speakers/presenters. Travel and lodging are not covered under this scholarship program.
The Abstract Submission System for ChemEd 2015 is now open!
The American Chemical Society hosts a day just for high school chemistry teachers at the national meetings. The next High School Day is planned for Sunday, March 22, 2015 at the Sheraton Hotel in Denver, CO.
Christian conservatives are capitalizing on a Supreme Court decision that allows them to use public schools to evangelize children and even to establish churches in school buildings.
Do you have an idea for supporting teaching and learning of chemistry in your high school classroom? You are encouraged to submit a grant that could be worth $1500 to support your idea.
Apply to participate with a group of outstanding educators at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the Science and Engineering Program for Teachers (SEPT). During the week-long summer professional development program, teachers are immersed in the unique learning environment at MIT. Participants attend daily sessions on leading-edge research, try out the latest technologies developed at MIT, and collaborate with a community of passionate educators.