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Using High Interest Books to Teach Environmental Science Concepts
At a recent meeting of CASE’s Environmental Literacy Committee, we were discussing the power of using engaging reading books as a way to introduce, explore, and teach environmental literacy. We discussed several books that we have successfully used…
Never Forget, You'll Need It Tomorrow
Brain researchers claim that the average person will forget 70% of what they experience within 24 hours.
Something That a Scientist Does
I was a science teacher for thirty-four years. On the first day of school every year, I began every class by asking my students to draw a picture of a scientist doing “something that a scientist does.”
Nominate a Science Educator
CSTA is committed to recognizing and encouraging excellence in science teaching through the presentation of awards to science educators who have made outstanding contributions in science education in the state and who are poised to continue the…
CSTA Outdoor & Environmental Literacy Webinar Series
CSTA is thrilled to introduce a new webinar series: Outdoor & Environmental Literacy Learning. The over-arching goals of the webinar series is to: Make the Case for Environmental Literacy, Resolve Perceived Obstacles and Support Teachers as they…
Bring Wildlife Conservation to Your Classroom
We hope everyone who had the chance to attend our session “White Rhino Reproduction - Hormones, Sex, and Conservation” had a great time! It is always amazing to engage educators from all over the state at the annual California Science Education…
