Conferences and Institutes

2008 Area Conference in Portland

Concurrent Sessions and Events

Presentations and Workshops

More than 300 presentations and workshops have been scheduled at the Portland conference. Sessions are classified by subject matter (Biology/Life Science, Chemistry/Physical Science, Earth/Space Science, Environmental Science, Integrated/General, or Physics/Physical Science). Sessions are further identified by audience level (Preschool, Elementary, Middle Level, High School, College, Supervision/Administration, Informal Education, or some combination of levels). Generally one hour in length, all are open to registrants at no additional cost. Popular sessions fill quickly, however, and it is recommended that you arrive early to ensure a seat.

For complete descriptions and scheduling information, select Presentation and Workshop in the session browser.

Featured Speakers

General Session speakers Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, intrepid hosts of Discovery Channel’s MythBusters, will “Debunk, Decode, and Demystify Science.” Four featured presentations have also been scheduled at the Portland conference. These renowned speakers are experts in their fields who will speak on selected topics related to the conference strands.

For complete descriptions and scheduling information, select Featured Speaker in the session browser.

Exhibitor Workshops

Exhibitor-sponsored workshops for science teachers are offered throughout the conference. These workshops give you an opportunity to use a variety of commercial instructional materials. The number of participants for each is limited by the size of the room, but tickets are not required. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Information on exhibitor workshops will be available in August.


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