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SciNews – Nov 10, 2014
This regular feature of STAOblog brings you a sampling of the latest science news that would be of particular interest to your students. Build these stories into your lesson. Or, use them as a "cool attention-grabber" at the start of class. Above all, enjoy the...
Elementary Extravaganza at STAO 2014
What... A day of over 30 practical and fun sessions focused on elementary teachers in Ontario. Join us for the first-ever Elementary Extravaganza @STAO 2014 as we focus the final day of the conference on you, the educators who guide our children at the earlier stages...
“Baby Carrots are Killing You!” at STAO 2014
Here's a STAO 2014 session you don't want to miss!!!! Friday, November 14, 2014 8:30 - 9:30 Room: Hamilton >>> by Doug Fraser and Maurice DiGiuseppe It is well documented that more and more people – particularly young people, are turning to social media and...
Why attend STAO2014, Nov 13-15? Teachers speak from the heart !!!
Brennan Caverhill, Saint Cecilia Elementary School (Toronto) “I continue to attend the STAO conference for the networking, ideas, and inspiration. The conference is a great place to meet fellow science teachers from across the province. I always leave with new ideas...
Still haven’t registered for STAO2014?
Early-bird registration ends Tuesday, November 11! After that time, you will only be able to register on-site at a higher rate. Conference registration. Hotel rooms are still available at the conference rate. Hotel registration. A few reasons to attend STAO2014...
Canadian Grade 8 Experiment Flames Out in NASA Explosion
When an unmanned Antares rocket exploded shortly after liftoff Tuesday, October 28 in Virginia, a designed-in-B.C. student science experiment went up in flames with it. More than 2,200 kilograms of supplies, science experiments, and equipment bound for the...
#STAO2014 TweetUp
@bpcaverhill, @albertfong, @carolynhlgt, @kristianlevey, @megomam, @dmelegos, @MahfuzaLRahman, @staopres, @htheijsmeijer, @staoapso, @staoconference invite you to a TweetUp on Thursday and Friday from 3:00 to 3:30 pm in the Exhibit Hall foyer. This is an opportunity...
Canadian Wildlife Federation: Can I leave my jack-o’-lantern outside for the squirrels to eat?
Can I leave my jack-o’-lantern outside for the squirrels to eat? A. Great question! There are a couple of things to consider here. First is that while pumpkin seeds can be a good source of energy for squirrels, you need to be careful. After a period of time the...
The Big Bang
The big bang theory is the most accepted theory for the formation of the universe. The “big bang” is a misnomer because there was no explosion, but rather a rapid expansion. It is not known what existed the moment before the big bang, however the evolution of the...
Wanted: Education Research Study Participants
If you are interested in participating in a research study on "EXPLORING THE PRECEPTIONS OF SELF-EFFICACY OF ONTARIO’S SCIENCE TEACHERS TO TEACH IN DIVERSE CLASSROOMS", read more... ...
Will Richardson -Plenary Speaker at STAO 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ni75vIE4vdk Will is the plenary speaker at STAO 2014. He will speak each day of the conference. Each talk will be different. Be sure not to miss this unique opportunity. Register for STAO 2014 today! About Will: A parent of two...
This Week in Science. Nov 3, 2014
This weekly feature of STAOblog brings you a sampling of the latest science news sorted by curriculum strand. Use these items to enrich your class discussions and engage your students. Share your favourite Science News “gems” by emailing them to staoblog@stao.org....