Education and Outreach
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 The IALR facilitates professional development opportunities for adults to attain knowledge for personal development and professional growth.
Computer Training Workshops Just starting to use a computer or want to enhance or refine your software skills? Computer training workshops at IALR include the following: Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), and PowerPoint (presentations). More information...
Internships The Education Department coordinates an 8-week, paid Summer Internship Program which places currently enrolled college students with local businesses in positions related to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM). More information...
Learning Liftoff Learning Liftoff is a program to improve the math skills of both children and adults using PLATO Pathways computer software. Ranging from a 3rd grade math level to calculus, this program can help people improve their math literacy. More information...
NanoScience NanoScience and NanoTechnology are two of the hottest fields in research. In 2009, the IALR offered a series of Nano workshops which coincided with the Nanoscale Informal Science Education (NISE) Network. The IALR offers Nano workshops for teachers to ensure that K-12 students are exposed to this emerging science field. More information...
Research Experience for Teachers (RET) The Education Department coordinates a 6-week paid summer research program which places teachers with local businesses. Participating teachers gain relevant knowledge and skills in engineering and research & development. More information...
STEM Mobile Learning Lab (STEM ML2) The STEM Mobile Learning Lab (STEM ML2) will advance K-12 education in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) by providing professional development opportunities for regional teachers. More information...
Southern Virginia Educators’ Development Institute (SEDI) The Southern Virginia Educators’ Development Institute (SEDI) offers teachers the opportunity to earn recertification points while gaining skills and enhancing curriculum using innovative technology and the latest on-line resources. More information...
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