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Four tools for teaching biotech to beginners
Clinical Laboratory Technician, Biofuel Engineer, Molecular Biology Technician, Quality Control Chemist—even Brewmaster. What do all of these jobs have in common?
2022 California Science Education Conference Reflection from a long-time attendee, presenter, and exhibitor.
After a two-year pandemic-driven hiatus from in-person conferences, CASE was able to bring back the event that means so much to our energy education organization, and especially to teachers, schools, and programs looking to strengthen their STEM…
STEP UP: Supporting Teachers to Encourage the Pursuit of Undergraduate Physics
While school districts continue to shift to the California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS) teachers and administrators alike are taking a critical look at who does science in their schools.
Coherent and Student Centered Science Assessment Systems
When someone tells you to think about assessment, what pops into your head? After spending the last year talking about NGSS assessment with thoughtful science educators from across California, I think of this depiction of a Coherent Assessment System…
Making a CASE for Environmental Literacy
The CASE Environmental Literacy Committee sponsored a workshop Connect and Engage with your Environmental Education Community at the CASE conference held in Palm Springs in October. A diverse group of educators covering a geographic range from…
Three Cheers for Our Students!
Cheers! As we approach the winter break, many of us may be looking forward to celebrating with friends or perhaps a toast of cheers to ring in the New Year.
Mentorship Is All Around Us
While at the annual California Science Education Conference in Palm Springs I listened to amazing keynote speakers, participated in hands-on workshops, shopped in the exhibit hall, and connected with new and old friends during the social events.…
Why I Love the CASE Conference!
Throughout the years, our members have made so many amazing experiences at CASE conferences. As we approach the 2022 Conference, let’s take a walk down memory lane with a few of our members.
How to Successfully Cultivate Parent-Teacher Partnerships
Cultivating a partnership with parents can have a positive, long-lasting impact on student achievement, classroom management, student buy-in, and much more. Find out all the ways you can set students up for success through an open-line of…
Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Science Education
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities, California is confronting historic drought and wildfires. In these deeply challenging times, a public health crisis and the risks of unchecked climate change underscore the critical importance…