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Develop fundamental research to support students in learning nano science and Engineering (NSE)
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Develop fundamental knowledge and models for teaching NSE (7-16 grades)
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Develop courses and programs for (undergraduates) to serve as models to other universities and colleges
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Develop a cadre of individuals who can pursue research on the teaching and learning of NSE
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Develop (grades 7-16) Teachers/Instructors in NSE learning and teaching
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Build leadership capacity in minority institution & at – risk populations in learning and teaching of NSE throughout the US
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Establish NCLT as a national leader, building a NSE clearinghouse of information, and a network of NSEE community
- To help identify key learning needs in NSE at undergraduate level
- To develop individual action plans for incorporating nano-concepts in undergraduate courses and programs
- To foster collaborations to study how undergraduates learn NSE
- To help build a national NSEE clearinghouse of resources (programs, courses, lectures, etc