Nanotechnology
To put this in simple terms, nanotechnology entails learning how to manipulate atoms and molecules at the nanoscale. Students spend time exploring the world at the nanoscale and its applications. And in education, this looks quite fascinating. Some teachers believe learning about this will have a similar impact to what the steam engine did.
One article wrote, “To reap these benefits, we must train our Nation’s students for these high-tech jobs of the future. Fortunately, the multidisciplinary nature of nanotechnology and the unique and fascinating phenomena that occur at the nanoscale mean that nanotechnology is a perfect topic to inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).” Eventually, this will create new industries and jobs, things we can’t even fathom at this time (Obama White House).