NARST: A Global Organization for Improving Science Education Through Research

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NARST is a global organization for improving science teaching and learning through research. Since its inception in 1928, NARST has promoted research in science education and the communication of knowledge generated by the research. The ultimate goal of NARST is to help all learners achieve science literacy.

News & Announcements

Submit A Proposal For NARST Virtual Events
NARST members are encouraged to propose virtual events to meet the needs of the membership and/or to benefit NARST as an organization and beyond. This call for submissions is for virtual events that will take place in January, February and March, 2027.
Upcoming Virtual Events
Join us for these virtual events through December 2026!
NARST Comment on the OMB Rule
The NARST leadership has submitted on July 7 a comment on the proposed changes outlined in the US OMB rule. The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed major changes to the Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), the government-wide rules that govern how federal grant funds may be spent.
More Announcements
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2027 Annual International Conference
Braiding Pasts, Presents, and Futures:
Crossing Borders in Performing Science Education Research

Boston, Massachusetts, USA
2027 Annual International Conference
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Journal of Research in Science Teaching
The Journal of Research in Science Teaching is in its 60th year of publication!
Journal of Research in Science Teaching
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NARST Statement on Inclusion and Scholarly Exchange
NARST reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the inclusion of diverse people, perspectives, forms of scholarship, communities, and nationalities, and opposition to oppression in all forms.
NARST Statement on Inclusion and Scholarly Exchange
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Nominations for Excellence in Mentoring Award
The 2027 Excellence in Mentoring Award recognizes an exceptional mentor from the NARST community who has positively impacted graduate students' professional and personal growth.
Nominations for Excellence in Mentoring Award
Research Briefs
Research Briefs
Research Briefs are one page overviews of an article published in JRST, written for a general audience by the original authors.
Research Briefs
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Open Letter Regarding Civil Rights Data Collection
NARST co-signs letter to the Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary of the US Department of Education, requesting that they take swift action to advance the 2025-2026 Civil Rights Data Collection.
Open Letter Regarding Civil Rights Data Collection