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The Division of Elementary, Secondary, and Informal Education (ESIE)
supports the National Science Foundation's mission of providing
leadership and promoting development of the infrastructure and resources
needed to improve preK-12 science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) education throughout the United States.
ESIE's comprehensive and coherent, research-based program portfolio develops the nation's
capacity to support high-quality STEM education. The program areas targeted are:
Centers for Learning and Teaching (CLT) - focuses on the advanced preparation
and development of STEM practitioners and establishment of meaningful partnerships among
education stakeholders.
Informal Science Education (ISE) - provides stimulating experiences
for STEM learning outside of formal classroom environments through
media, exhibits, and community-based programming.
Information Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers
(ITEST) - managed under the ISE program, designed to increase the
opportunities for students and teachers to learn about, experience,
and use information technologies.
Instructional Materials Development (IMD) - emphasizes the development,
dissemination, and implementation of instructional materials and assessments for STEM
education.
Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) -
administered on behalf of the White House, recognizes exemplary careers of K-12 math and
science teachers.
Teacher Professional Continuum (TPC) - addresses critical
issues and needs regarding the recruitment, preparation, enhancement,
and retention of science, technology, and mathematics (STM) teachers
for grades K-12. This program combines and succeeds the Teacher
Enhancement (NSF 01-60) and STEM Teacher Preparation (NSF 02-130)
programs.
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