Gain a deeper understanding of nanoscience and nanotechnology, and how it impacts today’s world.
Engage in discussions about the particulate nature of matter, the foundation of nanotechnology. Lectures will introduce concepts, then you will move into the lab and use techniques from modern research labs and examine how these tools may be adapted to your classroom. Guest speakers will offer their perspectives on the impact of biotechnology on human health, agriculture, and environmental and ethical concerns.
You will work cooperatively to gain confidence with materials appropriate for classrooms, and develop implementation plans. The content and learning activities will help teachers address state and national standards.
Dates for two follow-up meetings in the fall and spring will be determined. An instructor will help you implement the content during the school year with classroom visits.
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis campus
Leslie Flynn (science education), Lee Penn (chemistry), John Nelson (Characterization Facility), Joe Franek (chemistry)
All course fees, materials, lunches, and three graduate credits will be covered by a grant from the MN Office of Higher Education’s Improving Teacher Quality Program.
CLOSED - Sorry, the nano course is full.
For more information contact Leslie Flynn at 612-625-3267 or leslie@umn.edu.
