Establishing a K-12 Nanotechnology Program for Teacher Professional Development
Resource
IEEE Transactions on Education 49 (1): 141-146
Journal
IEEE Transactions on Education
Journal Volume
49
Journal Issue
1
Pages
141-146
Date Issued
2006
Date
2006
Author(s)
Abstract
Interest in science and engineering starts early. Opportunities need to be available for students to nourish their budding curiosity. In order to provide educational opportunities on the cutting edge of advanced technology, the National Science Council, Taiwan, R.O.C., established a nanotechnology program for K-12 teachers. Supported by the National Science Council and the Ministry of Education, the K-12 Nanotechnology Program was led by engineering faculty at National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. In about two years, 169 schools participated in five regional programs. The teachers began the program knowing little about nanotechnology. Survey results showed that participating teachers' attitudes and interests toward learning about science and technology increased through the involvement in the project. Issues about sustaining the effort and reaching out to students are also discussed. © 2006 IEEE.
Subjects
Engineering faculty; K-12 education; Nanotechnology; Program development; Teacher professional development
Other Subjects
Engineering education; Students; Sustainable development; Teaching; Advanced technology; Engineering faculty; Nanotechnology program; Program development; Teacher professional development; Personnel training
Type
journal article
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