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.
ETOP - Education and Training in Optics & Photonics
Biennial conference that brings together educators to share information about teaching optics
Free Multimedia
Complimentary educational DVDs and CDs in optics and photonics
Free Posters
Complimentary optics and photonics posters
Hands-On Optics (HOO)
Hands-on education tools to excite students about optics and photonics
Online Resources
Innovative tools for teaching the science of light, optics and photonics
Optics and Photonics Education Directory
International directory of programs in optics and photonics
Education Outreach Grants
SPIE provides support for photonics related education and outreach projects.
Science Fairs
Science fair program support and awards in optics and photonics