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Eating Out at the OSTA Conference?

Posted on October 29, 2009 by Bob

OK, so you plan to attend the OSTA Fall Conference (and you really need to attend this year), even though you forgot to pre-register. Yes, you’ll miss the luncheon and the opportunity to network with other state teachers and honor … Continue reading →

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Take your 4th and 5th Graders to ScienceFest

Posted on October 29, 2009 by Bob

ScienceFest 2010 April 22, 2010 at the Oklahoma City Zoo ScienceFest is designed to foster scientific literacy while educating children about protecting the environment, conserving natural resources, and using alternative fuels and technologies. Educators plan a day packed with exciting … Continue reading →

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The New JanaGram is Here!

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Bob

Read the latest JanaGram from OSDE Science Director Jana Rowland. This monthly newsletter is chock full of opportunities and programs that savvy science teachers use to their advantage. MEET JANA ROWLAND! Come to the OSTA Fall Staff Development Conference and … Continue reading →

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Richard C. Bartlett Environmental Education Award

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Bob

The National Environmental Education Foundation provides knowledge to trusted professionals who, with their credibility, amplify messages to national audiences to solve everyday environmental problems. Together, we generate lasting positive change. “That’s the basis for my call to action – the … Continue reading →

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OSTA Election Ballot

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Bob

The annual OSTA Fall Staff Development Conference is the venue for conducting OSTA business. That business includes the annual election of members to posts on the OSTA Board of Directors. The Nominating committee has solicited volunteers from the membership and … Continue reading →

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Two Weeks and Counting…

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Bob

The OSTA Fall Conference is less than two weeks away. Did you get your pre-registration form in before the deadline? No? Not a problem. You can register at the door on November 7th. The Car-Pool special will still allow you … Continue reading →

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TEN MYTHS ABOUT CHARLES DARWIN

Posted on October 23, 2009 by Bob

TEN MYTHS ABOUT CHARLES DARWIN Kevin Padian discusses — and debunks — “Ten Myths about Charles Darwin” in the October 2009 issue of BioScience. “Charles Darwin is one of the most revered (and at times reviled) figures in Western history. … Continue reading →

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OSTA Fall Conference Pre-registration Deadline is This Week!

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Bob

The OSTA Fall Conference is just a few short weeks away (November 7) and you really do not want to miss this one! Over 50 presenters will be at UCO speaking to topics ranging from classroom robotics, to bioassays, to gel … Continue reading →

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In Discussion with Darwin: Classroom Seminars on Evolution at the Sam Noble Museum

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Bob

This fall marks the 150th anniversary of the publication of Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species. To commemorate Darwin’s scientific contributions, themuseum has partnered with other University of Oklahoma departments and programs to offer classroom seminars on Darwin, his … Continue reading →

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The Darwin 150 Project

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Bob

The Darwin 150 Project is a public science education initiative focused on celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species, produced completely by volunteers through the Reading Odyssey. The Darwin 150 Project is reaching out to … Continue reading →