NCSTA 2024: Full Schedule

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8:30am EST

STEM Success for Beginning Teachers

Thursday November 7, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am EST

Embark on a journey with STEM Success for Beginning Teachers, a professional development session designed to empower novice educators with the essential tools and strategies needed to support students in the 4 C's: critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity. This interactive and engaging session will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to inspire and cultivate a passion for STEM in your students from the very start of your teaching career.

Lead Presenter

Chasity Pate

Lakeforest Elementary School

Presenters

Willicia Johnson

Lakeforest Elementary School

Thursday November 7, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am EST
Salem 1A

Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

Subject Area Integrated/General Science
Grade Level K-2, K-5

9:30am EST

Play to Learn: Integrating Board Games in Science Education

Thursday November 7, 2024 9:30am - 10:20am EST

Salem 3A

Discover how to make science education more engaging and effective with "Play to Learn: Integrating Board/Card Games in Science Education." This session explores innovative ways to incorporate board games into your science curriculum, enhancing student participation and comprehension. Learn practical strategies and game-based activities that foster critical thinking, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of scientific concepts, transforming your classroom into a dynamic learning environment. Are you game?

Lead Presenter

Ahura Webb

Reaching All Minds Academy

Thursday November 7, 2024 9:30am - 10:20am EST
Salem 3A

Meeting the needs of our diverse learners

Subject Area Integrated/General Science
Grade Level K-2, K-5, K-8, K-12, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 6-12, College, General

9:30am EST

Energizing Elementary Science Exercises

Thursday November 7, 2024 9:30am - 10:20am EST

Winston 3B

This session will share activities and experiences by pre-service elementary students. Examples of lessons and activities will be shared.

Lead Presenter

Emily Cayton

Campbell University

Presenters

Campbell University Students

Thursday November 7, 2024 9:30am - 10:20am EST
Winston 3B

Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

Subject Area Integrated/General Science
Grade Level K-2, K-5, 3-5

2:30pm EST

What’s a Scientific Model?

Thursday November 7, 2024 2:30pm - 3:20pm EST

Salem 1A

When you hear “scientific models,” do you think of that old solar system model hanging in the classroom? In this session, we will explore the broader definition of scientific modeling and engage in an activity that helps teachers and students analyze the purpose and limitations of various scientific models.

Lead Presenter

Briana Trager

Ph.D Graduate Student at NC State, NC State University

Briana Trager found her start at a K-6 STEM school in Missouri. Since then, she has worked as a district STEM Coordinator, a K-12 science director, a university instructor, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D in Elementary Science Education at NC State. Her passion is bringing STEM... Read More →

Thursday November 7, 2024 2:30pm - 3:20pm EST
Salem 1A

Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

Subject Area Integrated/General Science
Grade Level K-2, K-5, K-8