This course is an introduction to the systematics, anatomy, and physiology of the animal kingdom. The course will examine the structure and function of animal organ systems in the framework of the evolution of adaptations. This course also deals with the study of the structure and bodily functions of animals; their habits; where and how they live; their relations to one another and to their environment; and their classification including theories and laws that relate to animal life.
This Online Endorsement Course meets the Utah State Science Endorsement Course Requirements for:
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course. Lesson plan creation is part of the course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in your classroom.
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NOTE: You MUST be a current member of UtSTA to take this course. If you are not a current member of UtSTA you can purchase/renew your membership. To join today, CLICK HERE.
By registering and paying, you agree that if you are not able to attend you will cancel at least 2 weeks before the class starts or your registration fees will be forfeited.
Courses dropped after the start date will not be refunded.
This course is an introduction to ecological principles with an emphasis on living things and their interactions with the environment. You will also identify ways to incorporate The Framework for K-12 Science, science practices and crosscutting concepts into the science classroom using the disciplinary core ideas of Ecology.
Upon successful completion, the participants will receive 3.0 Southern Utah University.
This content teaching course will introduce you to the basics of modern physics: relativity, atomic theory, Quantum Mechanics, quantization of charge and energy, nuclear physics, and subatomic particles. Physics is the study of everything around you, forming the basis of all science. As you begin to understand and analyze basic principles of physics, you will gain a greater understanding of the world around you and other areas of science.
The course emphasizes content and NGSS pedagogy practices that can be used in the classroom.
Upon successful completion, the participants will receive 3.0 Southern Utah University Credits .
Courses dropped after the start date are not refundable.
This course is intended for students that need General Chemistry II. Students should have completed General Chemistry I prior to starting this course.
Particularly, students should be familiar with chemical bonding, intermolecular forces, molecular geometry, atomic and quantum theory, stoichiometric calculations, periodicity, thermodynamics, and spontaneity.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in your classroom.
Upon successful completion, the participants will receive 3.0 Southern Utah University Credits.
This course will introduce you to the basics of evolution learning about natural selection, speciation, adaptations, evidences and classification. Evolution is the foundation of biology and the unifying concept that ties all living things together. In this class you will also define the difference between science and religion to help you as a teacher know how to respond to the questions and concerns that students have about evolution.
This course is a content and NGSS pedagogy course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in your classroom. Creating lesson plans are required.
Classes dropped after the course starts are not refundable.
This teaching course gives an in depth look at various aspects of meteorology, including solar radiation, global circulation, environmental issues, winds, stability, precipitation processes, weather systems and severe weather. Basic physical principles, meteorological terminology, societal impacts, and weather analysis will be explored. It's important to note that this is a college-level course and you will be expected to understand the material at a much higher level than you will likely incorporate in your classroom.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course. This course also incorporates the Utah SEEd Standards which include NGSS science practices, crosscutting concepts and disciplinary core ideas. Lesson plan creation is part of the course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in a classroom. The estimated time commitment is 6-8 hours a week. Weekly participation is required.
This 12 week course is only done over the set 12 week period. Participants are not able to "move at your own pace" but work within the module assigned for that week. Modules cannot be unlocked ahead of the scheduled time.
Summer Endorsement/Professional Development Series. Hosted by Utah Science Teaching Association and BYU.
This content teaching course will introduce you to the basics of biology including ecology, cell structure and function, anatomy, physiology, evolution, and classification. You will also identify ways to incorporate NGSS science practices and crosscutting concepts into the science classroom while studying life science.
The course emphasizes content and teaching practices that can be used in the classroom. Lesson plan creation is part of the course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in your classroom.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course.This course also incorporates the Utah SEEd Standards which include NGSS science practices, crosscutting concepts and disciplinary core ideas. Lesson plan creation is part of the course. Emphasis is on best practices used to teach this content in a classroom. The estimated time commitment is 6-8 hours a week. Weekly participation is required.
The cost for this course is a $50 refundable registration fee, if you are a UtSTA Member and a contracted teacher. If you are not a contracted Utah Public School educator, the cost for the course is a nonrefundable $600 fee. Refer to this document if you have any questions about refunds.
Uponsuccessful completion of the course with a C or higher, UtSTA will reimburse you the $50 registration fee. You must be a contracted teacher with a public school/district to qualify for reimbursement.
By registering and paying, you agree that if you are not able to attend you will cancel at least 2 weeks before the class starts or your registration fees will be forfeited. If in the event you do not successfully complete the course with a C or better you will be required to pay UtSTA the additional $550 for the course.
This course will introduce you to the basics of physics learning about motion, forces, gravity, energy, momentum, collisions, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics. Physics is the study of everything around you, forming the basis of all science. As you begin to understand and analyze basic principles of physics, you will gain a greater understanding of the world around you and other areas of science.
Credit for the course will be purchased through SUU. Link coming shortly.
Upon successful completion of the course with a C or higher, UtSTA will reimburse you the $50 registration fee. You must be a contracted teacher with a public school/district to qualify for reimbursement.
$69 SUU credit fee, that you will pay directly to SUU, when you register with SUU.
The course emphasizes content and pedagogy teaching practices that can be used in the classroom. Lesson plan creations are part of this course.
SUU credits will be purchased by the participant. This is reimbursable to Contracted Public School Teachers.
As part of the application for all secondary science endorsements, it is a requirement that all Utah science teachers complete a Lab Safety Certification Course. This certification process helps to assure that all of our science teachers are knowledgeable about the practices necessary for safe lab experiences for students and themselves.
This course is a four-week online class.
This Lab Safety Certification Online Course meets the Safety Certification requirement for ALL Utah State Science Endorsements.
Upon successful completion, the participants will receive 1.0 Utah State Board of Education (USBE) Credit that will post to the State Professional Learning MIDAS Education System. This course is not refundable under the new USBE endorsement program.
NOTE: If you are not a current member of UtSTA you can renew your membership or join the Utah Science Teachers Association today and save on your registration costs. To join today, CLICK HERE.
Our place in space and how we have come to this understanding, are the foundations on which this course is built. We will explore the tools and laws of nature astronomers use to construct our model and understanding of the cosmos—both its structure and components. From this informed foundation, we will address the fundamental question of are we alone within this context of our place in space.
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The 2024 Annual USTA conference is a wonderful opportunity for professional development, lesson plan ideas, networking, and inspiration, and so much more. This year our keynote speaker is Dr. Jose Aponte! In addition to the keynote, there will be 13 different themed strands throughout the day and 3 different breakout session for each to help you with your teaching curriculum with ideas, demos, lessons, etc. We hope you can join us for a great day that will help you and your students better appreciate science and science education. Teacher Awards will be given at the start of the conference before the Keynote.
Refund: full refund until September 11, 2024 for Teachers. Vendors please see specific info on registration.
Energy in the classroom (ALL NEW LESSONS)is brought to you in a collaboration between the Governors Office of Energy Development and the Utah Science Teachers Association. This course is for Elementary Teachers 4-6th grade that want to incorporate energy lessons into their classroom. The teachers will have access to over 40 lessons, each of which is directly tied to the SEEd standards and will be presented in the 3D pedagogy. Teachers will receive $250.00 worth of materials and $120 will be paid to their school to go toward the cost of a substitute. Lunch will be provided. To view the lessons go to https://energy.utah.gov/energy-education/curriculum/
The instructors are Dawn Monson and Barbara Gentry. The class is limited to 25 and will be taught at the Cache Country School District PD Building 84 E. 2400 N, North Logan
NOTE: If you are not a current member of UtSTA you can renew your membership or join the Utah Science Teachers Association today ($10-15/year) and save money on your registration costs. To join today, CLICK HERE.
If you have any questions please email Dawn Monson at dmonson@utsta.org or call 801-755-3241
Energy in the classroom (ALL NEW LESSONS) is brought to you in a collaboration between the Governors Office of Energy Development and the Utah Science Teachers Association. This course is for Secondary Teachers 7-8th grade, Earth & Space Science, Physics & Chemistry that want to incorporate energy lessons into their classroom. The teachers will have access to over 40 lessons, each of which is directly tied to the SEEd standards and will be presented in the 3D pedagogy. Teachers will receive $250.00 worth of materials and $120 will be paid to their school to go toward the cost of a substitute. Lunch will be provided. To see all the lessons go to https://energy.utah.gov/energy-education/curriculum/
The instructors are Dawn Monson and Barbara Gentry. The class is limited to 25 and will be taught at the Cache County School District Professional Building at 84 E. 2400 N, North Logan.
NOTE: If you are not a current member of UtSTA you can renew your membership or join the Utah Science Teachers Association today and save money on your registration costs. To join today, CLICK HERE.
The instructors are Dawn Monson and Barbara Gentry. The class is limited to 25 and will be taught at the 1950 Monroe Blvd, Ogden UT 84401