The program is designed to increase students’ skills in teaching mathematics and science, while incorporating technology in the curriculum. This is achieved through the development of a problem-based learning (PBL) aerospace theme. Each student is assigned to an Institute Flight Team. Students develop a lesson that they teach to children from a local school and will also teach in an elementary or middle school when they return home.

Students must attend a designated member institution. Check the Member Universities List to see if your institution is enrolled.

A financial support package is provided to all participants.

• Stipends of $500.

• Transportation from city of residence to Norfolk International Airport or Newport News Bus/Train Station or Airport. Students must make their own travel arrangements.

• Students traveling in excess of 400 miles from NASA Langley Research Center may fly and will be reimbursed, for actual costs, up to $400 with receipts. (Students should investigate their State Air Travel Rates and reserve early.)

• Students traveling less than 400 miles from NASA Langley Research Center are expected to take ground transportation and will be reimbursed at a rate of 40.5 cents per mile up to $200 with receipts.

• Double occupancy dorm rooms are provided at Christopher Newport University (CNU).

• Meals are provided at NASA, and at Christopher Newport University (CNU).

• College credit (three hours) is given through University of Maryland Eastern Shore. The course is EDCI 498 - NASA Internship Experience for Elementary/Middle Mathematics, Science and Technology Pre-Service Teachers.

• Three - ring binder is provided for notes.

• Book bags are provided for carrying materials.

Program Sponsors

OEOP/MURED, CODE M, NASA Headquarters

OED/ Langley Research Center