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Featured Resources:
Invention Education Series III
Categories: General Interest
The National Inventors Hall of Fame™ (Canada) (NIHF Canada) and The Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario/ L’Association des professeurs de science de l’Ontario (STAO/APSO) offered a... read more
Entry Points for Discussing Discrimination in the Science Classroom
Categories: General Interest, Lab/Student Activity
by Laura Wodlinger, Director of Secondary Resource Development, STAO Many people consider science to be a collection of verified true facts, separate from human issues like discrimination. While... read more
Keeping science hands on: Solutions for delivering experiential learning in COVID safety restrictions
Categories: General Interest
While the current learning environment might inspire some teachers to toss out their lab manuals, you are here because you want more for your students! This workshop will guide participants through... read more
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You are overwhelmed with teaching the curriculum in a fun and engaging way.
You want to provide a great experience for your students.
You want your students to learn and not just get the marks.
You wish to develop your Professional Development Network.
You love having great resources right at your fingertips.
As a STAO member
you will receive:
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Opportunities for professional development
Great networking

Karen Choo
“STAO has helped me find my niche – educators on the same quirky wavelength that understand why you do the things you do. The professional and personal connections you make are invaluable.”
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