Industry Experience
Semiconductor Secrets: The Language of Technology
1 week | $1,100 stipend | 4 CEUs | Industry Experiences
June 2-6, 2025
Requirements
- Districts: Any (priority to Ohlone College feeder schools)
- Position: Elementary, Middle, High and Community College educators, especially ELL teachers
- Location: In-person, South and East Bay
Gain an inside look into the world of semiconductors and deepen your understanding of this dynamic field through a one-week experience designed for K-14 educators across all subject areas. Tailored especially for those teaching computer science and English language learners, this opportunity is open to educators across the Bay Area.
Participants will:
- Explore the science of semiconductors: Discover how materials like silicon power the electronic devices we use every day.
- Learn the language of tech: Delve into the specialized vocabulary and everyday language used in the tech industry, and understand how communication drives innovation.
- Engage with experts: Engage with professionals in the field to learn about the skills, career opportunities, and pathways available to students in today’s tech-driven world.
- Equip your students for the future: Return with a deeper understanding of the connections between science, language, and technology, and inspire your students to explore new academic and career opportunities.
Priority Teachers: Computer science and English language learner (ELL) teachers
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Funded in part by the National Science Foundation (award #2413268). Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.