NISE 2023 CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Northern Illinois Science Educators (NISE) is pleased to announce that our eighth annual NISE Conference, "NISE 2023: Science for All," will be held Monday, November 13, 2023 at the NIU Conference Center in Naperville, IL. All K-16 science educators are encouraged to attend the in-person conference. Our goal is to bring science educators together to collaborate and share ideas and methods for best practices in science education. The day will be filled with more than 35 presentations and double session workshops. Topics will range from the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to technology in the science classroom.
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Conference Theme
The conference theme "Science for All" signifies a return to in-person learning, emphasizing inclusive science education at every level. It's a celebration of accessibility, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage with the marvels of science.
Featured Speakers
Due to the demand for the conference and venue space restrictions, we typically offer several "Featured Speakers" rather than a single keynote. These are nationally recognized experts on the NGSS, STEM, science, and science teaching.
NISE is pleased to welcome Fermilab Senior Scientist, Dr. Don Lincoln. Don is the author of several books, Great Courses, YouTube Videos, and TED Talks. Don will be presenting excerpts from his Great Course on Misconceptions in Science. Come experience Don’s unique brand of humor as he leads us down the path of what we think we know about the world we live in.
A Total Solar Eclipse will be visible to parts of the US on April 8, 2024 and the Chicagoland area will experience 90-95% totality. The next total solar eclipse visible in the US won’t be until 2044, so you won’t want to miss sharing this experience with your students! NISE is excited to welcome two presenters who will share their eclipse expertise with you to help you and your students prepare for this exciting event, including how to view the eclipse safely. From the Adler Planetarium we welcome Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing and from Eclipse2024.org we welcome Dan McGlaun
Hands On Location
Again this year, we are offering double session, hands-on workshops included with the conference fee. These hands-on workshops will allow for 1.5 hours of presenter led group work, collaboration, and activities. Some of these workshops will have limited seating and require a special sign-up process after registration./p>
One example, returning again this year, will be the popular iFLY Workshop. Participants will visit the iFLY facility around the corner from the conference facility and learn about their STEM curriculum, tour the facility, and experience indoor skydiving! (LIMITED SEATING, Subject to Change)
[NOTE: Workshop information and a sign-up link will be emailed to all registered attendees about a week or so before the conference. Sign-up is on a first-come first-serve basis.]
Conference Location
Call for Presentations
Call for Presentations (CFP) for the NISE 2023 Conference... read more