SPIE provides these educational resources to introduce the fascinating and rapidly expanding fields of optics and photonics into the classroom. Utilize this information to encourage a better understanding of these exciting fields.
Hands-On Optics (HOO)
Making an Impact With Light Hands-on education tools to excite students about optics and photonics
Free Optics and Photonics Posters
Complimentary optics and photonics posters
Free CDs & Videos
Complimentary educational CDs and videos in optics and photonics
Optics Education Directory
International directory of programs in optics and photonics
ETOP (Education and Training in Optics & Photonics Conference)
Biennial conference that brings together educators to share information about teaching optics
Teaching Tools
Innovative tools for teaching the science of light, optics and photonics
Science Fairs
Science fair program support and awards in optics and photonics
Outreach Program
SPIE provides support for photonics related education and outreach projects.
Introduction to Photonics Part 1
Introductory Photonics Course for Educators Online
