American Nuclear Society Educator Workshop (Virtual Session)

Target Audience: 6th-12th Grade Teachers

American Nuclear Society

The American Nuclear Society (ANS) Educator Workshop provides educators with content knowledge of nuclear science and technology and methods for conveying that knowledge to students. Developed primarily for educators working with students from grades six through the first year of college, the workshop covers many basic concepts of nuclear science, including radiation, radioactive decay, isotopes, measurement of radioactivity, fission, fusion, the nuclear fuel cycle, applications of nuclear science and technology, and others. The workshop will also introduce ANS educational resources and materials that support educator goals. Each educator will receive a free ANS Cloud Chamber Kit.