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It’s a Wrap: California Science Education Conference 2024
As we near the end of 2024 I asked the 2024 Science Education Conference Chairs to reflect on the successes and challenges of this year’s conference and ended with a couple of questions for the 2025 Conference Co-chair, Crystal Starr Howe, about what…
Mission Accomplished: Sparking Innovation in Science Education in Sacramento
Explore the energy, inspiration, and collaboration from the recent California Science Education Conference in Sacramento, featuring innovative workshops, engaging keynotes, and a shared commitment to shaping the future of equitable science education.
Translanguaging Capitalizes on Students' Home Languages, Knowledge, and Cultural Assets
Discover how translanguaging empowers Emerging Multilingual Learners (EMLs) by valuing their home languages and cultural assets. Explore strategies to deepen science understanding while fostering inclusion and academic growth.
Igniting Passion and Pedagogy: Insights from New Teacher at the CASE Conference
Discover how the CASE Conference inspired new teachers Megan and Keegan with innovative teaching strategies, professional networking, and motivational insights from Dr. Christopher Emdin. Learn how to stay connected and energized in science…
“Counting Carbon” to Combat Climate Change
Explore Megan J. Sulsberger's CASE session on teaching climate change with STEM-based activities. Learn how to empower students to understand CO2 emissions, carbon sinks, and take action for sustainability.
The Conference is About Community!
The 2024 California Science Education Conference in Sacramento is right around the corner, November 8-10. Of course, the meat and potatoes of the conference are the workshops and short courses and the exhibit hall, where we science educators share…
Finding Balance and Growth at the California Science Education Conference
This article highlights the demands teachers face and emphasizes the California Science Education Conference, happening November 8-10, 2024, as a key opportunity for growth, networking, and inspiration. The conference offers valuable workshops,…
Changing My Thinking About Dissection
The article describes a workshop by the Monterey Bay Aquarium, showcasing a more engaging approach to squid dissection. Unlike traditional methods, this workshop involved group discussions and inquiry-based learning, connecting the activity to real…
Celebrating Achievements and Successes at the California Science Education Conference
Give yourself a high-five, pat yourself on the back, smile that awesome smile, you’ve made it to December! The first half of this school year has flown by, with some bumps, and some celebrations. One big celebration for science educators was our…
Get Excited for the Poolside Engineering Challenge
Where do you want to be on October 20? Working on your engineering education skills of course! Trying to apply Archimedes Principle and your best thinking about structure and function.