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Inherit the Wind?

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Bob

(from: Public Education Network Weekly NewsBlast, May 8, 2009) A new study from the University of Minnesota finds that high school biology teachers greatly impact how college biology majors view evolution. The report, published in the May issue of BioScience, surveyed 1,000 … Continue reading →

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Hello BioBlitzers!

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Bob

Online registration for BioBlitz! 2009 is open!  And you are invited to register early ‑ if you register  before July 15th, there is a discounted registration fee ‑ only $5!    The registration fee includes the Friday night cookout, one … Continue reading →

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Preparing for National Board Certification? Teaching a new Science prep? Want some new ideas for Teaching Science?

Posted on May 4, 2009 by Bob

  Northeastern State University will be offering two graduate-level courses this summer that you might be interested in.   SCI 5443 Trends and Issues in Science Education: This course is primarily online during the months of June and July. There … Continue reading →

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SB 834 Goes To Governor

Posted on April 29, 2009 by Bob

Final Senate approval Wednesday (4/29) of SB 834 (as amended) sends the bill to Governor Henry for his approval or veto.  The measure passed narrowly on a vote of 25-23 along party lines.  Read stories  from the Daily Oklahoman, the … Continue reading →

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OSTA Board of Directors Meeting May 2nd

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Bob

A reminder to all folks currently serving on the OSTA Board of Directors: We will be meeting this Saturday, May 2nd at 9:00 A.M.. This meeting will be held at the Norman  High  School  Science  Building   ( 911 W. Main … Continue reading →

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Oklahoma Aerospace Education Fellows

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Bob

The Oklahoma Aerospace Education and Training Day Committee is now accepting applications for the “Class of 2009 Oklahoma Aerospace Education Fellows” (Fellows). Oklahoma teachers Grades 3 -12 and school counselors from public, private and Careertech schools are eligible to apply. 100 applicants will … Continue reading →

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Elementary Science Education in the K–12 System

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Bob

4/22/2009 – Page Keeley, 2008-2009 NSTA President (From NSTA Reports) “Any collection of things that have some influence on one another can be thought of as a system. Thinking of a collection of things as a system draws our attention to what … Continue reading →

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BSCS Science Institutes

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Bob

Are you looking for a high-quality professional development program that goes beyond traditional summer institutes? Are you seeking an experience that reinvigorates your passion for science and teaching? If so, the BSCS Science Institutes (BSCS SI) are for you! The institutes, hosted … Continue reading →

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Science Inquiry Institutes on OKC and Tulsa

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Bob

Using hands-on experiences and focused refl ection, the Science Institute for Inquiry workshop gives teachers an opportunity to explore the practice of science inquiry. Participants will examine different ways of teaching hands-on science, explore the process skills of inquiry, engage in a full … Continue reading →

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Get Involved on Earth Day, April 22

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Bob

There’s no better time for teachers to “green” their curriculum than Earth Day.  (Ok, do we do Earth Day activities before or after the Land Run on the playground.  Earth Day in Oklahoma is sooooo different).  Earth Day Network’s Educators’ … Continue reading →

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