In this chapter:
((1)) ** Field-based course** The term “field-based course” means a course of instruction offered by an institution of higher education that includes a requirement that students teach a minimum of 3 lessons or sequences of lessons to elementary or secondary students.
((2)) ** Institution of higher education** The term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given that term by .section 1001 of this title
((3)) ** Master teacher** The term “master teacher” means an individual—
((A)) who has been awarded a master’s or doctoral degree by an institution of higher education;
((B)) whose graduate coursework included courses in mathematics, science, computer science, or engineering;
((C)) who has at least 3 years teaching experience in K–12 settings; and
((D)) whose teaching has been recognized for exceptional accomplishments in educating students, or is demonstrated to have resulted in improved student achievement.
((4)) ** Mentor teacher** The term “mentor teacher” means an elementary or secondary school classroom teacher who assists with the training of students participating in a field-based course.
((5)) ** Director** The term “Director” means the Director of the National Science Foundation.