Do Teachers Discourage Girls from Math and Science?

February 18, 2015 How Elementary School Teachers' Biases Can Discourage Girls from Math and Science "A new study points to the influence of teachers' unconscious biases, but it also highlights how powerful a little encouragement can be. Early educational experiences have a quantifiable effect on the math and science courses the students choose later, and eventually the jobs they get and the wages they earn." Read more. Forget Disney World, We're Going to Chicago! Sessions on science and literacy and connecting with Common Core State Standards-Math; an all-day, deep dive into the Next Generation Science Standards, strands on equity, student learning, and the science of design; and NSTA's famed Elementary Extravaganza, with an afternoon share-a-thon just for elementary teachers! Don't miss out; it's a theme park for science teachers and we have something for everyone. Learn more about NSTA's National Conference in Chicago, and register today. You don't want to miss all the workshops on effective teaching methods, and the chance to shop the famed exhibit hall and NSTA's Science Store for the latest science materials for your classroom. Search the conference sessions here, and put together a personal schedule with the training that you need (and want) as part of your professional development, then take it to your school leaders. Not much time left toregister, hurry! "Leave room in  your suitcase for all the exhibit hall goodies"—Miss Mentor has this advice and more great tidbits for first-time conference attendees. The DuPont Challenge Elementary Division: Submissions Due March 1 K–5 teachers—don't miss your chance to participate in The DuPont Challenge Elementary Division. Help your students develop a better understanding of and passion for STEM in a classroom-based challenge that gives students the chance to participate in a creative, inquiry-based exploration. Each grade level has its own specific instructions and suggestions for challenge topics. Students are asked to research, observe, and analyze a real-world issue, and then together write a science story about what they discovered. More than $50,000 in prizes are awarded to the winning students, teachers, and schools. Learn more about the competition here. The deadline for entries is March 1. Exclusively for School and District Leaders: NSTA Administrators Workshop in Chicago, Thursday, March 12 Principals, curriculum leaders, science and STEM leaders, and district leaders—anyone who provides instructional coaching for STEM educators—are invited to take advantage of the Chevron-sponsored NSTA District Administrator Workshop in Chicago (part of the NSTA National Conference on Science Education) on Thursday, March 12, from 1 to 5 pm. Participants, who must be registered for the conference, will explore effective instruction based on the science and engineering practices, participate in hands-on activities, view videos showcasing high-quality science instruction, and learn more about resources to support their teachers. Speakers include NASA astronaut Leland Melvin. See the full agenda, or complete the survey to register for the workshop.   Bring three or more teachers from your school or district to the NSTA National Conference on Science Education, and enjoy other customized opportunities. NSTA will help you tailor a learning experience to ensure that both leaders and teachers get the most from the conference. Learn more. Using the Learning Center as Your e-Textbook With Preservice Teachers: Learn More February 24 Are you a college or university professor of preservice science teachers? At this February 24 web seminar, you'll learn how you can create a truly integrated and blended learning experience for your students with a customized interactive e-textbook leveraging the NSTA Learning Center, and find out why there are currently more than 70 institutions of higher education already doing this.Register today! Join Us in Minneapolis: May 20–23, for the NSTA STEM Forum & Expo What makes the STEM Forum & Expo different from other conferences is the opportunity it affords to delve deeply into STEM topics with other educators. This event brings together science educators, math teachers, engineering educators, informal science groups, and exhibiting companies who have the tools and resources to share to help you successfully implement STEM education into your school and community. Save up to $40 when you register by March 27. Give Back With Amazon Smile Did you know that if you shop at Amazon and register and use AmazonSmile, you can help support NSTA with every purchase. Once you register, 0.5% of your purchases can go to support NSTA and science education. Learn more.