The National Science Foundation summer Research Experiences for Teachers program at Boston University will place teacher teams in research groups of faculty and students in the Photonics Center. We hope the experience will help these participants grow in their scientific and engineering understanding, improve their pedagogy, and become stronger STEM leaders. Please help us evaluate your colleague’s potential by completing this brief on-line form.

RET RECOMMENDATION FORM

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1.) State the context in which you know the applicant.


2) Please describe applicant's teaching style.

3) Please describe any ways in which the applicant has taken initiative or been innovative.

4.) How do you think the applicant will benefit from this program?

5.) Please comment on the applicant's potential for STEM leadership.

Please rate the applicant on each of the following qualities:

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