Sec. 5. Grant program for research and capacity building of makerspaces
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The Director of the National Science Foundation shall award grants on a competitive basis to institutions of higher education, or consortia of such institutions, to support the research and development of makerspaces to assist in the formation of a STEM-capable workforce. A grant awarded under this section may be used for— research on the effectiveness of makerspaces in engaging students and the community in STEM skills and in teaching and learning, and the development, compilation, and dissemination of best practices on the use of makerspaces for STEM learning and workforce preparedness; equipment to achieve the purpose under paragraph (1); and any other activities the Director considers appropriate.
In selecting grant recipients under this section, the Director shall give priority to applicants that— apply in partnership with 1 or more entities that are— a workforce development component; a high-need local education agency as described in section 9(b)(3) of the National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002 ( 42 U.S.C. 1862n(b)(3) ); or an independent nonprofit or academic makerspace; consist of 1 or more entities that are— a community college; or a historically Black college or university or other minority-serving institution of higher education; or apply in partnership with or consist of an entity that is— described in paragraph
(1)or (2); and operates within a rural community. Funds provided through a grant under this section may not be used for the construction of a physical building or facility to hold a makerspace unless the Director determines that such construction is necessary for reasons of safety or the use of relevant equipment. The Director may provide to entities receiving a grant or entities seeking such a grant under this section with technical assistance.
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