The forum and Educator Network are part of SPIE's increased emphasis on education. The forum was created primarily as a resource for pre-college teachers, but will be enriched by participation from educators at all levels, guidance and career counselors, and professionals from industry and government. We are asking all SPIE members to share information about this forum with your local teachers. How to make the most of the forum Instructors can use the forum to share demonstrations and lesson plans, and discuss what works and what doesn't in the classroom. Educators can also post questions for optical engineers and scientists about careers in the field and about applications of optical technologies.
Teachers organizing career days or looking for science fair judges can post invitations.
Students looking for ideas for science fair projects can ask for help. The forum will also be used to distribute information of interest to educators and their students. Companies and national labs that give student tours or send representatives to speak in classrooms can post information about how teachers can take advantage of their programs. Our aim is to offer the forum as a networking tool to anyone interested in optics education. At this point you can read any of the messages that have been posted.