Perspective of NSF-MPS Program Directors on Educational Outreach

The National Science Foundation Broader Impacts review criterion (often known as Criterion 2) has been subject to much discussion since first implemented by NSF. The broader impact of different proposals can vary widely, based on different factors such as the particular research activities proposed, the interests of the PI(s), the type of institution involved in the proposal, and the different opportunities available on the local area, to name just a few. In this talk the Broader Impacts review criterion will be discussed from the viewpoint of the NSF Program Officers and will include different examples of potential Broader Impact activities. In Collaboration with Uma Venkateswaran, and Kathleen V. McCloud.