KLEIN's
GUIDE TO
SCIENCE EDUCATION
PHOTO CREDIT: Nadene Klein at Tuolumne Meadows Yosemite National Park
As a science teacher, I am relieved to know that I'm not on this journey alone. Aside from the other member of my department and the incredible staff that I work with in my building, I am connected to several professional organizations--just for science teachers.
I highly recommend that you connect with one or more of these organizations if you aren't already. The benefits are worthwhile. They provide trainings, networking, and idea sharing amongst much else. Plus, you can be involved as much or as little as you desire (or have time for). Below is a list of organizations just for science teachers with links to their membership sites: National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) Colorado Association of Science Teachers (CAST) (If you are not in Colorado like me, search for you state chapter.) American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) National Earth Science Teacher Association (NESTA) Many of these groups can be found in social media as well as their own websites. I can't recommend being a part of these communities enough. I've learned from other educators and have had the chance to pay it forward by presenting at their conferences. I've had the chance to collaborate with other teachers outside of my school and district in a meaningful way. If you ever feel that you are isolated and teaching in a silo...you are not alone...these organizations are there for you!!!
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AuthorNadene Klein, M.Ed. has been an educator for over 25 years. She brings a passion and love for science to the classroom and through this blog to you. Archives
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