Developing Undergraduate Nanoscale Experiences for the
Sciences
In the Fall of 2006, UNC was awarded a NSF grant to implement
interdisciplinary learning communities focused on nanotechnology, to develop
modules for undergraduate classrooms and laboratories, and to provide
stimulating lecutres from outside nanoscience researchers.
Goals of Project:
- Enhance undergraduates' ability to visualize and understand nanoscale
science concepts while giving them hands-on experiences related to
nanotechnology
- Prepare undergraduates to enter the workforce or to enter graduate
studies in nanoscale science
- Educating future K-12 teachers about nanoscale science and the
societal issues arising from this emerging technology while developing
their teaching skills
- Allow students to have significant interdisciplinary peer interactions
to nurture an appreciation for the cross disciplinary nature of
nanotechnology.
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