NSTA+Learning+Center

The National Science Teachers Association provides online training opportunities called SciPacks. The SPDI grant will facilitate your participation in these training opportunities. SciPacks are 10 hour topic-based online learning experiences that support science content and provide teaching resources. They are comprised of up to five self-paced interactive online learning experiences (called Science Objects) that use an inquiry-based approach with engaging simulations and embedded questions. SciPacks usually take about six -ten hours to complete. You can start and stop at your own pace. The SciPack will remember where you left off. There is an assessment at the conclusion of the SciPack. In addition to completing the SciPacks, you will also have free access to the fee-based resources in the Learning Center through the end of June 2010. The Learning Center has over 1,300 resources completely free for all teachers to use, anytime. The NYCDOE in collaboration with NSTA was able to secure accounts that allowed teachers 100% access to this very unique portal that has thousands of resources, tutorials, articles and simulations that hopefully you will access throughout the year to enhance your science instruction.

To set up your account with The National Science Teachers Association, please download the directions below. This will allow you to log in to our special SPDI Grant area.



For instructions on how to select and enroll in one of the SciPack modules please click and download the directions below.



Complete a SciPack at your own pace and complete the assessment.

Print out your certificate of completion located in "My Transcript" Print out attachment labeled "Timesheet" and complete where there is an X. You will be reimbursed 7 hours of training rate for the successful completion of the SciPack. Finally, send a SIGNED timesheet and a copy of the certificate to : Christine Mazza, Floyd Bennett Field, Building 272, Brooklyn, NY 11234. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. Cmazza4@schools.nyc.gov Congrats! Have a lot of fun in this unique portal and remember to bookmark it so you can access it in the future! Cheers! Christine Mazza