Representatives from the GLOBE Program, MYNASA Data, and NASA GLOBE Mission Earth, will discuss and answer questions about available educational and scientific products, that focus on Acquiring -Analyzing- Applying satellite imagery, remote sensing, and computer visualizations for student research.

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Using the Space to Earth:Earth to Space (SEES) Model, students can actively engage in investigations using authentic NASA imagery, data, and visualizations using from Earth Observing Satellites, remote sensing, and ground observations and measurements using scientific protocols

SPEAKERS:
Jessica Taylor, Michael Jabot, John Moore

This roundtable highlights the innovative STEM classroom experiences that emerged when teachers partnered with two innovation district STEM programs: The Pearl’s STEM Lab (Charlotte) and University City Science Center’s FirstHand (Philadelphia), both focused on equitable, skills-based learning.

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Teachers will discuss how collaborating with a STEM program in Charlotte or Philadelphia fosters real-world, equitable STEM education and career exposure that boosts students engagement and career readiness.

SPEAKERS:
Shauna Taylor, Paris Harrell, Jalavender Clowney, Jessica Enlow, Maya Heiland, Kaitlyn Igo, Damien Kingsberry, Maggie Pollard, Kayla Caldwell, Richard Cox, Jr.

The Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching has helped teachers bring high-quality science education to all students. Receiving the award has led to professional development opportunities both in and out of the classroom. Information about the application process will be provided.

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Learn about the many benefits of applying for and receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching and how it can magnify your impact as a leader in science education. Learn how to apply for this prestigious award.

SPEAKERS:
Linda Smith

This session will discuss how middle school students explored astronomical phenomenon via telescopes and databases to create a research project based on student-driven questions and hypotheses.

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Authentic, astronomical research can be done in an effective and rigorous way in middle school classes. Attendees will learn how to build an inquiry-based research project using authentic data.

SPEAKERS:
Ace Schwarz

Over 40 states are currently experiencing STEM teacher shortages, and many teachers leave in the first 3 years. This roundtable will be a time of sharing best practices and looking at what is working in specific school districts to recruit and retain teachers over time in hard to staff areas.

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The purpose of this discussion is to share what is working in districts around the country to recruit and retain qualified teachers and to support early career teachers. Experts at every level are invited to share their best practices in a roundtable discussion.

SPEAKERS:
Lacey Fitts

Join us in exploring how socioscientific issues and social justice can reshape STEM classrooms. We will discuss self-study classroom research from a nationally recognized STEM teacher, exploring his experiences in a two-year PD program, along with insights from the project’s researchers.

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Attendees will gain insight into best practices for implementing SSI in STEM classrooms and effective practices in social justice PD. To guide classroom implementation, they will leave with an NGSS-aligned SSI Framework (STEM modeling, claim-evidence-reasoning) and Unit Outline.

SPEAKERS:
Augusto Macalalag, Jr., Joseph Johnson, Dylan Fedell

Join a dynamic panel of distinguished teachers who are revolutionizing STEM education and challenging conventional models of instructional leadership. Engage in a discussion about the untapped power of science educators as the demand for STEM talent continues to shape the global economy.

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Teachers will learn how to leverage their classroom experience to take on more influential roles as leaders in science education. Discover how science educators are partnering with government, businesses, and community leaders to raise funds for STEM youth programs and teacher training initiatives.

SPEAKERS:
Lawrence Perretto

A team from URI & UCONN developed a model to enhance student engagement by connecting classroom science learning to STEM research and career pathways. Learn about the project directly from participants, take the opportunity to ask questions, and consider similar partnerships in your own community.

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Learn about a model for connecting engineering research to classroom learning. Hear how the collaborative efforts of a diverse team developed practical and impactful resources and discuss the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach to K-12 outreach.

SPEAKERS:
Zachary Orefice, Charlene Tuttle, John Koziatek, Caroline Stabile, Valerie Maier-Speredelozzi

Attendees will hear from the PIs of an NSF-funded project about their experiences working with several HS teachers to embed CT skills in their courses. The PI team will provide attendees with specific examples. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to discuss their vision for how they could more intentionally incorporate CT skills within their own courses.

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Attendees will leave with a better understanding of what computational thinking skills are and the various ways these can be integrated into course content to reinforce and enrich a student's learning experiences.

SPEAKERS:
Lisa Frye, George Sirrakos

This session explores how video-based training can empower educators to create safer STEAM classrooms. Learn how concise, engaging videos provide practical guidance, reduce accidents, and ensure compliance, making safety education accessible, impactful, and tailored to various grade levels.

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The main takeaway from this session is that video-based training is a powerful and accessible tool for educators to enhance safety in STEAM classrooms, providing practical, grade-specific guidance that can significantly reduce accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

SPEAKERS:
James Palcik, Edward Cohen

We invite NSTA members to engage in this roundtable discussion with researchers with recent publications and funded projects related to AI, assessment, teacher leadership, and more. Learn how research can inform your own practice, and connect with others interested in researcher+teacher collaborat

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Attendees can learn more about crafting Teacher Growth Plans, integrating AI through an equity and culturally responsive lens, supporting students in developing social and emotional skills through engaging in authentic science and engineering, and teacher-researcher partnerships.

SPEAKERS:
Virginia Andrews, Leena McLean, Brooke Whitworth, Debi Hanuscin, Michael Bowen, Ryan Summers, Joseph Taylor

For K-8, teaching STEM/STEAM often looks different between schools even in the same district. STEM ed is rebounding from COVID with a new momentum that includes computational thinking. Come hear how one institute of higher ed customized their program to meet the needs of seasoned urban teachers.

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Participants will hear about, and contribute to, a discussion about the PA STEM Endorsement Graduate Certificate model that serves teachers where they are. What was needed and how can a program successfully impact both early career as well as seasoned educators, especially in the K-8th grade realm.

SPEAKERS:
Danielle Kearns-Sixsmith

Join a discussion to address the current teacher shortage and how it is specifically problematic in the STEM fields. Participants will review current teacher preparation statistics and certification policies and discuss ways current educators can address shortages.

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Attendees will leave with statistics and ideas they can use to support local school Districts getting more involved with University teacher preparation programs and a guide to mentoring student teachers.

SPEAKERS:
Amy Alvarez

Cancer education is a crucial underrepresented topic in high school STEM curricula. This round table presents an innovative approach to incorporating cancer biology, prevention, and research into classrooms, based on two years of collaboration with Rutgers (RUYES).

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Teachers introduced cutting-edge research to engage students through real-world applications of biology concepts. The program enhances student engagement by connecting foundational knowledge with contemporary biomedical research, fostering scientific literacy, and inspiring STEM careers.

SPEAKERS:
Phoebe Gruetter, Casandra Gabriele, Natalia Coleman, Arun Srivastava, Yekaterina Cilluffo

We invite NSTA members to engage in this roundtable discussion with researchers from NARST whose work focuses on student knowledge of viruses & vaccines, science coaching, early engineering, and students building data collection tools. Learn how research can inform your own practice, and connect wi

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Attendees can learn more about the latest research in science education from our affiliate organization NARST and what it means in terms of providing high quality science teaching and learning.

SPEAKERS:
Laura Carsten Conner, Madeline Stallard, Debi Hanuscin

This roundtable will discuss career pathways and resources for educators to combine student’s interest in STEM fields like biology, chemistry, and engineering to high-paying, innovative, and #trending careers in advanced manufacturing.

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Attendees will learn about career pathways in the advanced manufacturing for STEM students in biology, chemistry, engineering, and physics. Attendees will receive a poster for their classrooms with example career pathways of real people working in advanced manufacturing with a STEM career.

SPEAKERS:
Amy Keesler, Brad Conrad, Christy Johnson, John Zappa

This roundtable aims to bring together those teaching and interested in teaching science education courses at the graduate and undergraduate level.

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This roundtable aims to share ideas and best practices between those who teach and want to teach science education courses at the graduate and undergraduate level.

SPEAKERS:
Olivia Bello, Jesse Mechanick

Discuss the vital role of introducing children to the world of weather with an on-air meteorologist. Show students how they can analyze and anticipate weather patterns, giving them the tools to better weather our shared world. A perfect way to foster informed citizens on a changing planet!

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Educators learn how to embed meteorology concepts into their curriculum. Using hands-on strategies, teachers can demonstrate the significance of real-world weather phenomena that shape students’ lives. Meteorology education empowers students while enhancing scientific literacy and critical thinking.

SPEAKERS:
Guy Brown

Join us for a dynamic panel session that celebrates two decades of Ocean Literacy , highlighting its profound impact on education, conservation, and its use around the globe. Learn about opportunities for enhancing Ocean Literacy in your school and community.

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This session will convene educators, scientists, and advocates to highlight achievements, share innovative practices, and chart the future course of Ocean Literacy.

SPEAKERS:
Meghan Marrero, Diana Payne, Tara Hicks Johnson

Biotechnology, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Student Research programs are increasingly implemented into high school and postsecondary education. Let’s explore resources for funding and programming, share challenges and success stories, and discuss opportunities for collaboration.

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You are not alone! Join a community of dedicated educators and administrators to uplift the STEM workforce through hands-on, inquiry-based research opportunities and skills-based classroom experiences.

SPEAKERS:
Christine Girtain, Sarah Bordenstein

The session shares the development of an observation instrument structured to capture science teacher's linguistic adaptations and racial equity practices. The instrument is qualitative (ethnographic notes) and quantitative (rubric scores) with opportunities to inform science teaching practices.

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Understand language practices that support multilingual learners in the science classroom and types of racial equity practices that support sense of belonging in the science classroom.

SPEAKERS:
Laura Cocas, Won Jung Kim, Linda Soto, Marco Bravo, Ruby Gutierrez