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Explore Science: Zoom into Nano Kit

Museum & Community Partnerships resources designed to engage underserved audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology through local community collaborations. Activities, modules, and videos are designed especially to use with groups such as afterschool and out-of-school-time groups.

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Two young learners and two facilitators look for an image hidden within their I Spy Nano mat

I Spy Nano!

In this activity, learners try to find images of nano-related objects on a game board.

a group of learners build UV color changing beaded bracelets

Exploring Properties - UV Bracelets

In this activity, learners use ultraviolet light to change the color of beads that contain photochromic dye.

Children's hands exploring electrical conductivity with wires using cloth printed with graphene ink showing carbon structure model

Exploring Materials - Graphene

In this activity, learners will use tape and graphite to make graphene and test the conductivity of graphite.

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Explore Science: Zoom into Nano Kit - Contents List

Museum & Community Partnerships resources designed to engage underserved audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology through local community collaborations.

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Explore Science - Zoom into Nano Digital Kit

Digital download of all public engagement and professional development files in the Museum & Community Partnership Explore Science: Zoom into Nano kit designed to engage underserved audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology through local community collaborations.

Planning and Promotion Guide

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Explore Science - Zoom into Nano Planning & Promotional Materials

Professional development guide for educators on planning and promoting your Explore Science - Zoom into Nano event.

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Museum & Community Partnerships: Collaboration Guide and additional resources

Professional development guide for educators, researchers, and network leaders from the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network

Learn More About the Project

Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network

The Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network (NISE Net) was a project funded by the National Science Foundation to create a national community of researchers and informal science educators dedicated to fostering public awareness, engagement, and understanding of nanoscale science, engineering, and technology.

Framework and Content Map

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Nanoscale Informal Learning Experiences: NISE Network Learning Framework

This nanoscale science learning framework tool indicates how our educational experiences support the six interrelated strands of learning documented by the National Research Council.

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Nanoscale Science Informal Learning Experiences: NISE Network Content Map

The NISE Network nanoscale science content map features key ideas for our educational products, including programs, exhibits, and media experiences.

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Engaging the Public in Nano Key Concepts

Professional development guide for educators on Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network.