Programs for Teachers

The Visiting Faculty Program, Energy Institute for Teachers, and STEM teacher-research programs at NLR promote excellence in teaching and contribute to improving critical elements of the science, mathematics, and technology education system.

Visiting Faculty Program

The Visiting Faculty Program seeks to increase the research competitiveness of faculty members and their students to expand the workforce vital to the U.S. Department of Energy's mission. As part of the program, selected university/college faculty members collaborate with laboratory research staff on a project of mutual interest. Faculty member participants may invite up to two students to participate in hands-on research at NLR during the summer.

For more information about the Visiting Faculty Program at NLR, contact Marcus Giron.

Additional Resources

The Algae Summer Science Institute is a 2-day intensive, hands-on professional development workshop where teachers work through the Algae Foundation's Algae Academy curriculum. The Algae Academy is a 5-day program for K–12 students that uses STEM kits and Next Generation Science Standards-aligned curriculum to teach how algae can be used as an energy resource. The kits are free and available to teachers for both fall and spring semesters.

Find books, videos, and other energy education resources for students in grades K–8.