1. 2010 Nano Summer Institute

2. Benefits… Better understanding of the nanoscale (<100 nm)
Being surprised--physics changes, electrons tunnel
Seeing possibilities and hope
Gaining confidence and excitement
Hands-on experiences

3. Broad Themes Ask questions! Be prepared to fail, but persevere.
Observe and collect data but be open to different interpretations.
Don’t look for “right answer”.
Remember the loom. We are not always aware of applications.

4. Nano Week Prior unit on energy Incorporate idea of scale daily
My wish--one microscope introduced per day--W,R,F
Gunk -> Analogue -> Microscope
Parent involvement

5. Nano Week Monday--Intro and letter to parents
Tuesday--Scale and scale games
Wednesday--light (review) optics, digital microscope
Thursday--AFM, use centers and parents
Friday--SEM, use centers and parents
(Grid, Mystery Box, Sponge/water, Braille)

6. Collaboration
Occasional guidance designing experiments or inquiry-based activities
Wish list--newsletter with advice or reminders
Volunteer to help NDeRC plan units
Research

7. Thank you!
Everyone was welcoming, encouraging and helpful. This was a great week!