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Enhancing STEM education using nanotechnology: Integrating nanoscale concepts into K-12 curriculum

  • Yawen Su (Normal College, Jimei University) ;
  • Maryam Shokravi (Energy institute of higher education, Mehrab High School) ;
  • M.H. Fakhar (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kashan Branch, Islamic Azad University)
  • Received : 2023.05.31
  • Accepted : 2024.07.17
  • Published : 2024.07.25
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Abstract

Nanotechnology is one of the leading edges of science and technology today, holding out the promise for revolutionary advances in just about any discipline. With the integration of nanoscale concepts into K-12 STEM education comes a special opportunity pertaining to the cultivation of future innovators and scientists who are more adept at traveling in this burgeoning field. It discusses some strategies and frameworks for effectively bringing nanotechnology into the K-12 curriculum. Hands-on activities, interdisciplinary approaches, and age-appropriate educational materials have been used with an emphasis on improving student engagement and enhancing understanding in nanoscale phenomena. Thus, early exposure to the principles of nanotechnology can be effectively used by teachers to develop curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, which are necessary for technological advancement. These results highlight the potential of nanotechnology education integration in the development of future STEM professionals. It results in an increase in the enrollment rate. Hence, this proves that there is a lasting impact of the intervention on the choice that students made while in school.

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Acknowledgement

Fund name: Study on Application Limits and ethical Risk Assessment of rural Artificial Intelligence Education Project name: Fujian Province Education Science "14th Five-Year Plan" 2022 annual special project Fund number: Fjxczx22-459

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