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leaders in science and education will take to the national stage
for a day of dialogue about effective science education and the
importance of K–12 science to the nation during the U. S. Department
of Education’s Summit on Science, scheduled for March 16, 2004,
in Washington, D.C. The Science Summit, part of the Administration’s
nationwide Math and Science Initiative, will take place during the
Excellence in Science, Technology, and Math Education (ESTME) week-long
celebration of K–12 science and math education. For more information
on the national Summit on Science, go to http://science.nsta.org/nstaexpress/nstaexpress_2004_01_05_summit.htm July
Fireworks Herald First Summer Issues of NSTA Journals We've heard your request expressed in readership studies and focus groups, so NSTA is pleased to announce the first-ever July issues of our member journals Science & Children, Science Scope, and The Science Teacher. Best of all, we'll be sending what's sure to be one of the year's biggest issues right to your home address* and well ahead of the back-to-school planning rush. For Publisher David Beacom's look at the whys and wherefores of this exciting new member service, go to http://science.nsta.org/nstaexpress/nstaexpress_2004_01_05_summer.htm Be sure your Summer 2004 issue reaches you on time by updating your member information and making sure we have your home address—in any of the following ways:
If you update your member information before Feb. 1, 2004, you'll be eligible for a drawing for free registration at and roundtrip airfare to an NSTA 2004 convention...so hurry! *If we don't have your home address for mailing the new Summer issue, we'll automatically send your copy to the same place we’ve been mailing your other journals. Design Your Path to “Highly Qualified” and Register for Winter Online JASON Academy Courses NSTA Institute partner JASON Academy’s winter session begins January 26 with a full complement of science content and pedagogy courses. New course offerings are Teaching Science Safely; Rainforests: Endangered Ecosystems; and Science and Young Children. Other popular courses include Earth in the Solar System, Forces and Motion, Aquatic Ecology, Assessment of Student Science Literacy, and Teaching Project-Based Science. JASON Academy courses last for five weeks, and participants earn one or two graduate credits in education and science as well as five continuing education units. Courses cost $225, and NSTA members receive a 10% discount. Class size is limited, so register now to insure your space…complete course details and registration information are available at http://www.nsta.org/pd/institute.aspx or at www.jason.org/academy. Wondering which
course is best for you? Take the JASON Academy
Science Self-Assessment, and you’ll get a prioritized list of
courses customized to your needs and comfort level in teaching the
various science topics that are part of the middle level National
Science Education Standards. The Alaska SeaLife
Center is in search of a full-time Education Director for its facility
in Seward, AK. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree. For complete
details regarding this position or a full list of other available
job opportunities, visit http://careers.nsta.org. Whether you're seeking
a new position or need to fill a vacancy, the NSTA Career Center
is the premiere location for science education careers. Post your
résumé or current job opening today. The NSTA Institute
is your gateway to quality online professional development tailored
to meet your needs and your busy schedules. NSTA has partnered with
the American Museum of Natural History, the JASON Academy, University
of Maryland, and the National Teachers Enhancement Network (NTEN)
to provide online opportunities tailored for science teachers in
a range of academic offerings for graduate credits or for enrichment.
To learn more or to register, visit http://www.nsta.org/pd/institute.aspx. Session registrations
are limited, and NSTA members receive up to 10% off their registration
fees! Not a member
and want to join? Visit https://ecommerce.nsta.org/membership/apply.asp! If you would rather use email to send suggestions, please send them here: nstaexpress@nsta.org Hope you found
this Monday’s edition of NSTA Express an interesting, quick
read and a worthwhile update on the latest news and information
from the National Science Teachers Association. Our goal is to save
you time by delivering information each week in short "news
bites," so if you'd like to know more, simply select the headline
quick link. NSTA continues to create resources and improve services
for science educators. If you're not already a member, we invite
you to join the crowd by going to www.nsta.org/whyjoin!
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