Two-Day Conference: 2027 Conference for SCIENCE Teachers: Practical Strategies to Advance Science Learning (Grades 6-12) Presented by Science Educators

Practical Strategies to Advance Science Learning!

Choose from 21 Strategy-Packed Conference Sessions

• Hands-On Options
• Science Teacher Resources
• Hundreds of Practical Strategies
… and Much More!

Uniquely Qualified Instructors

Dr. Marquita Blades is an experienced and award-winning secondary science teacher, international speaker, author, and science consultant. Marquita's diverse experiences have put her on the front line of the implementation and integration of Next Generation Science Standards. She has managed national STEM programs for secondary level students and has served as a curriculum and assessment developer, and professional learning facilitator for numerous school districts.

Dr. Vince Mancuso is a veteran science educator, national presenter, author, and consultant. A sought-after presenter at science conferences, Vince is known for engaging sessions that regularly draw standing-room-only audiences. Vince enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for using phenomena to engage students, spark curiosity, and drive lessons. His ideas are powerful and practical, and student-proven in his own classroom. Vince is the creator of a series of fully developed, classroom-ready science kits and the author of the book Phenomena-Driven Inquiry, a resource of lessons, strategies, and resources.

Elizabeth (Liz) Mirra is a science instructional coach and a middle and high school science educator. She was involved in reviewing and providing feedback on the Next Generation Science Standards throughout their development and has worked with numerous school districts providing professional development on best science practices and assistance with aligning science curriculum. Elizabeth is the recipient of the prestigious President's Award for Excellence in Science Teaching.

Conference Agenda

Who Should Attend

Educators who teach Science in Grades 6-12: Classroom Teachers, Department Heads, Science Specialists, and Administrators

Special Benefits of Attending

Comprehensive Digital Resource Handbook
You will receive an extensive digital resource handbook, specifically designed for this conference. Included in the handbook are resource materials for ALL conference sessions, even those you don't attend. These materials include:

• Practical ideas for helping your students meet rigorous science content and practice standards
• Proven step-by-step techniques for planning engaging instructional sequences aligned to the NGSS
• How to use AI tools in your planning and teaching
• And much more!

Semester Credit Option
Up to four graduate level professional development credits are available with an additional fee and completion of follow-up practicum activities. Details for direct enrollment with University of Massachusetts Global, a nonprofit affiliate, will be available at this program.

Meet Inservice Requirements
Participants of both the Live Online Seminar and those completing the Recorded Version online can receive a certificate of participation that may be used to verify five continuing education hours. State CEUs are available for both versions of the course. For specific details, visit www.ber.org/ceus.

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