This course is an introduction to ecological principles, with an emphasis on living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environment.
Participants will explore how to incorporate A Framework for K–12 Science Education, including science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts, into the classroom using the disciplinary core ideas of ecology.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching ecological concepts in the classroom.
Please note that this is a college level course. Participants are expected to understand the material at a deeper level than what is typically taught in a secondary classroom.
This course incorporates three dimensional pedagogy using the Utah SEEd Standards, including science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. While the course integrates these elements, it does not provide a comprehensive overview of three dimensional pedagogy. Lesson plan development is a required component, with a continued emphasis on effective instructional practices. The estimated time commitment is 6 to 8 hours per week.
Note that this course does not fulfill the separate requirement for a Three Dimensional Science and Engineering Pedagogical Knowledge course.
This is a 12 week course that follows a fixed schedule. Participants must complete work within the assigned weekly modules. Modules are not available in advance, and the course is not self paced.
Endorsement Alignment
This online endorsement course meets Utah State Science Endorsement requirements for:
Course Credit
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3.0 credits from Southern Utah University. SUU registration and Credit payment is open. Click HERE to access.
Important Course Information
The cost for this course includes a $50 refundable registration fee for UtSTA members who are contracted teachers and earn a final grade of 74% or higher.
Participants who are not contracted Utah public school educators will be charged a nonrefundable $700 course fee.
All participants must also register for 3 university credits through Southern Utah University for an additional fee of $69. Instructions will be provided. This fee is refundable for contracted teachers who earn at least a 74%. It is nonrefundable for non contracted participants.
Upon successful completion of the course with a grade of 74% or higher, UtSTA will reimburse eligible participants for both the $50 registration fee and the $69 SUU credit fee. Participants must be contracted teachers in a public school or district to qualify.
Participants who do not earn at least a 74% will be billed the remaining course balance of $650.
Membership Requirement
You must be a current member of UtSTA to enroll in this course. If you are not a member, you will need to join or renew your membership prior to registration.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel or withdraw 14 days or more after the course begins:
This course introduces the foundational principles of evolution, including natural selection, speciation, adaptation, evidence for evolution, and biological classification.
Evolution serves as the foundation of biology and the unifying concept that connects all living systems. Participants will develop a deep understanding of evolutionary theory and its role in explaining patterns and processes in the natural world.
Participants will also examine the nature of science, including the distinction between scientific and non scientific ways of knowing. This component is designed to support teachers in effectively and appropriately addressing student questions and concerns related to evolution in the classroom.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching evolutionary concepts in the classroom.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3.0 credits from Southern Utah University. SUU registration and credit payment is now open. Please click HERE to complete. MUST be completed by May 20th.
All participants must also register for 3 university credits through Southern Utah University for an additional fee of $69. Instructions will be provided. This fee is refundable for contracted teachers who earn at least 74%. It is nonrefundable for non contracted participants.
Upon successful completion of the course with a grade of 74% or higher, UtSTA will reimburse eligible participants for both the $50 registration fee and the SUU credit fee. Participants must be contracted teachers in a public school or district to qualify.
This course introduces the foundational principles of modern physics, including relativity, atomic theory, quantum mechanics, quantization of charge and energy, nuclear physics, and subatomic particles.
Physics is the study of the natural world and forms the foundation of all scientific disciplines. As participants develop an understanding of core physics concepts, they will gain deeper insight into the world around them and connections across other areas of science.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching physics concepts in the classroom.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3.0 credits from Southern Utah University. The SUU registration and credit is open. Click HERE to complete the process.
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This course is an introduction to the systematics, anatomy, and physiology of the animal kingdom.
Participants will examine the structure and function of animal organ systems within the context of evolutionary adaptations. The course also explores animal behavior, habitats, ecological relationships, and classification, including the major theories and principles that govern animal life.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching zoological concepts in the classroom.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3.0 credits from Southern Utah University. Registration is now open. Click HERE to register and pay for your credits.
Course Description
This course provides an in depth exploration of meteorology, including solar radiation, global circulation, environmental issues, winds, atmospheric stability, precipitation processes, weather systems, and severe weather.
Participants will examine fundamental physical principles, meteorological terminology, weather analysis, and the societal impacts of weather and climate. Emphasis is placed on understanding atmospheric processes and applying that knowledge to real world phenomena.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching meteorological concepts in the classroom.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3.0 credits from Southern Utah University.
SUU Registration and Credit Payment: Click on this link to register and pay for your SUU credit. MUST be completed before the course starts.
This course fulfills the lab safety certification requirement for all Utah secondary science endorsements. It is designed to ensure that science teachers are knowledgeable about the practices necessary to maintain safe laboratory environments for both students and instructors.
Participants will examine safety protocols, risk management, proper handling and storage of materials, and best practices for conducting safe and effective laboratory experiences.
Please note that this is a college level course. Participants are expected to understand the material at a deeper level than what is typically implemented in a secondary classroom.
This is a 4 week course that follows a fixed schedule. Participants must complete work within the assigned weekly modules. Modules are not available in advance, and the course is not self paced.
This online course meets the safety certification requirement for all Utah State Science Endorsements.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 0.5 credits from Southern Utah University. SUU registration and Credit payment is available HERE. Please take care of by May 20th.
The cost for this course includes a $50 refundable registration fee for UtSTA members who are contracted teachers and pass the course with at least a 74%.
Participants who are not contracted Utah public school educators will be charged a nonrefundable $50 course fee.
All participants must also register for 0.5 university credits through Southern Utah University for an additional fee of $11.50. Instructions will be provided.
Upon successful completion of the course with a grade of 74% or higher, UtSTA will reimburse eligible participants for both the $50 registration fee and the $11.50 SUU credit fee. Participants must be contracted teachers in a public school or district to qualify.
Participants who do not earn at least a 74% will not be reimbursed for the $50 registration fee or the $11.50 SUU credit fee.
This course is intended for students who need General Chemistry II. Students should have completed General Chemistry I prior to enrolling.
Students are expected to be familiar with chemical bonding, intermolecular forces, molecular geometry, atomic and quantum theory, stoichiometric calculations, periodic trends, thermodynamics, and spontaneity.
This is a content and NGSS pedagogy course with an emphasis on best practices for teaching chemistry content in the classroom.
Please note that this is a college level course. Participants are expected to understand the material at a significantly deeper level than what is typically taught in a secondary classroom.
This course incorporates three dimensional pedagogy using the Utah SEEd Standards, including science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. While the course integrates these elements, it does not provide a comprehensive overview of three dimensional pedagogy. Lesson plan development is a required component, with a continued emphasis on effective instructional practices. The estimated time commitment is 6 to 8 hours per week. Note that this course does not fulfill the separate requirement for a Three Dimensional Science and Engineering Pedagogical Knowledge course.
The cost for this course includes a $50 refundable registration fee for UtSTA members who are contracted teachers and earn a final grade of 74 percent or higher.
All participants must also register for 3 university credits through Southern Utah University for an additional fee of $69. Instructions will be provided. This fee is refundable for contracted teachers who earn at least a 74%. It is nonrefundable for non-contracted participants.
SUU Registration and Credit Purchase: Click on this link to register through SUU and purchase your credit.
Upon successful completion of the course with a grade of 74%or higher, UtSTA will reimburse eligible participants for both the $50 registration fee and the $69 SUU credit fee. Participants must be contracted teachers in a public school or district to qualify.
Participants who do not earn at least a C (74%) will be billed the remaining course balance of $650 dollars.
Summer Endorsement/Professional Development Series. Hosted by Utah Science Teaching Association and BYU.
NOTE: You MUST be a current member of UtSTA to take this course. If you are not a current member of UtSTA you can purchase/renew your membership. To join today, CLICK HERE.
By registering and paying, you agree that if you are not able to attend you will cancel at least 2 weeks before the class starts or your registration fees will be forfeited.
Courses dropped after the start date will not be refunded.
Secondary Science Instructional Methods: Bringing Students Doing Science Back Into The Science Classroom.
Instructors: Dr. Adam Bennion, Josh Stowers
Course Contact: Josh Stowers (josh_stowers@byu.edu) Or Dawn Monson dmonson@
The cost for this course is a $50 refundable registration fee, if you are a UtSTA Member and a contracted teacher. If you are not a contracted Utah Public School educator, the cost for the course is a nonrefundable $800 fee.
Classes dropped after the course starts are not refundable.
Summer Endorsement/Professional Development Series. Hosted by Utah Science Teachers Association, Brigham Young University.
Course Contacts:
Duane Merrell (duane_merrell@byu.edu) & Dawn Monson dmonson@utsta.org
Summer Endorsement/Professional Development Series. Hosted by Utah Science Teachers Association and Utah Valley University.
IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION:
The teachers who have not taken classes at UVU in the past will first need to apply for admission.
1. Start the Application
Visit the UVU Admissions Application and either create a new account or sign in to an existing one.
2. Select the Undergraduate Application
Non-degree seeking program is only offered under the undergraduate application
3. Select the Correct Student Type
When prompted to choose your student type, select Non-degree Seeking
4. Choose Campus Option
Non-degree seeking students should select “In person on Campus” (you may still enroll in online or hybrid courses after admission).
5. Select Program of Study
Select Non-Degree Seeking
7. Complete Application and Submit
Carefully review your application, sign electronically, and submit it.
Duane Merrell (duane_merrell@byu.edu) Dawn Monson Dmonson@utsta.org
Early Bird Rates (until Oct 1, 2026)
Rates Starting Oct 2-Oct 22nd
Rates Day of Conference (Oct 23rd)
Registration codes will be sent to accepted presenters
Vendor for profit: $800
Vendor for nonprofit: $325 (501C3)
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Watch for information about the awards dinner the evening of October 23rd
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Keynote speaker Dr. Scott Tinker! In addition to the keynote, there will be 13 different themed strands throughout the day and 4 different breakout session for each to help you with your teaching curriculum with ideas, demos, lessons, etc. We hope you can join us for a great day that will help you and your students better appreciate science and science education. Teacher Awards will be given before the Keynote.
Refund: full refund until September 23, 2026 for Teachers. Vendors please see specific info on registration.
The purpose of the Utah Science Teaching Association shall be the advancement, stimulation, extension, improvement, and coordination of science teaching in all fields of science at all education levels.
email: dmonson@utsta.org
Address:
PO Box 232
Riverton, UT 84065-0119
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