Fostering the Development of Science Educators and Students
The Virginia Initiative for Science Teaching and Achievement (VISTA) was founded to give science educators free, intensive professional development and training to help improve their students’ performance levels. George Mason University is the lead institution for 47 school districts, six universities and the Virginia Department of Education, VISTA's goal is to advance science teaching and student learning throughout Virginia, especially in high-need schools.
VISTA is dedicated to professional development and research in science education in the following areas:
Professional Development
- Elementary Teachers
- Secondary Teachers
- Science Coordinators
- Science Education Faculty
Research
- Student Achievement
- Teacher Effectiveness
- Teacher Growth
- State Leadership Infrastructure
Benefit By Being A VISTA Participant
VISTA is currently looking for participants in our randomized, controlled study on the impact of VISTA on teacher practices and student outcomes. As part of the study, teachers will participate in data collection. Treatment teachers will receive free professional development training, a stipend or course tuition, conference attendance, science materials and more.
VISTA is accepting participant applications until February 29, 2012.
For more information on how to apply click the category which applies to you below.
