The Teach@Mines team had such an extraordinary learning experience at the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) conference this Spring! We wanted to share highlights from the conference and pictures showing what a great time it was for our team and science teachers across the country to learn, connect, and lead. We also had the opportunity to meet NASA engineer and YouTube sensation, Mark Rober, the World’s Greatest Edu-Trainer, Dr. Adolph Brown, Drs. Doug Duncan and Jimmy Negus, astronomers at CU, and NSTA President, Dr. Julie Luft. What a week! Here are some words of wisdom, pictures (attached), and appreciation from the Teach@Mines attendees.
“The true magic of the NSTA conference lay not merely in the wealth of knowledge shared but in the invaluable bonds forged and rekindled. The conference reminded me that the strength of science lies in our friendships and the impact of our collective pursuit of excellence in science education.” – Dawson Lang
“One of the best parts about teaching is the relationships with colleagues. The NSTA Spring 2024 conference was a chance to rekindle relationships with old colleagues and form new ones going forward. In addition, there were lots of opportunities to learn. I learned about how to respect diversity and to be inclusive in a classroom and fun teaching practices. I also learned about the different situations teachers have in different locations, including what is happening here in Colorado. Lastly, I was heartened to see the support and resources given to science teachers by various organizations and agencies.” – Jia-Wern Hue
“As this was my first time attending NSTA, the experience was very enlightening. I wasn’t aware of the massive comradery shared amongst teachers, but seeing everyone so kindly share resources and strategies was amazing to witness. I was able to talk to some preservice and new teachers, and to hear their experiences and how they managed their first few years helped dissipate some of the fears I had. I’m really grateful for the opportunity to go and also present, and I look forward to learning more.” Ange McCullum
Mark Rober
Brown and Hue
Hue and Fiske
Dawson Lang at NSTA
NSTA President
McCullum and Hue