Propagating Literacy through Science Outreach

ORAL

Abstract

Tyler Junior College's Society of Physics Student Chapter has worked with local elementary school teachers to develop an educational outreach program for science students. Since April 2006, we have lectured on and demonstrated captivating chemistry and physics phenomena. Our goal is to inspire the next generation of scientists by stimulating not only their minds but also their hearts. This presentation will cover the importance of science and technological literacy, our chapter's educational outreach program, and how other SPS chapters can create their own.

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Authors

  • Kevin Boos

    Angelo State University, Texas State University, San Marcos, SEMATECH, Texas State University, University of Texas at Brownsville, Abilene Christian University, Texas Tech University, University of Texas at Austin, Maypearl High School, Birdville ISD, South Texas Chapter, Health Physics Society, Sam Houston State University, NASA Johnson Space Center, Dept. of Physics, U. de Buenos Aires, Argentina, Dept.of Physics, ESFM-IPN, Mexico City, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Rutgers University, Texas A\&M University, Istanbul University, University of North Texas, University of Texas at El Paso, Texas Christian University, Lee College, Southern University and A\&M College, Austin Community College, Rapoport Academy, Texas A\&M University, Kingsville, The University of Texas at Arlington, Tyler Junior College, Tarleton State University, Tolar High School, Granbury High School, Lake Highlands High School