National Center for Improving Student Learning and Achievement in Mathematics
Charged by the U.S. Department of Education in 1996 to build a research base to study ways that instruction can be improved within the math and science areas. Includes list of reports, publications and online articles for teachers. Located at the University of Wisconsin at Madison.
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National Computational Science Institute
Trains faculty of primarily undergraduate and minority serving institutions in the use of computational science, particularly as it applies to inquiry based learning in introductory undergraduate classes.
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National Earth Science Teachers Association
An overview of the topics covered in earth science, constitution, bylaws, slide sets, journal, events, and discussion board.
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National Institute for Science Education (NISE)
Focus is on improving the level of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology education in low income and minority schools. Includes list of staff, mission goals and publications. Located in University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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National Institute for Science Education (NISE)
Contains information on all NISE projects over the NSF-funded five year grant period (1996-2001) and includes copies of publications, contacts, and links to related web sites. While numerous programs including the Systemic Reform project, the Secondary Teacher Education Project, The Why Files, and several College Level One-related projects are ongoing, the information on this site will not be updated after June 30, 2001.
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National Middle Level Science Teachers Association
Supports and promotes exemplary and innovative middle level science teaching and learning for all and is an advocate for middle level science teachers and students.
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National Science Education Standards - Contents
The National Academy of Science provides information on standards and assessment for the professional development of teachers.
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National Science Foundation (USA)
Education and human resources directorate.
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National Science Teachers Association
Site has extensive collection of information about the teaching of science.
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