Founded as a nonprofit organization in 1992, CIPE promotes computer-aided visualization as a tool for inquiry-based learning. In support of that mission, it develops instructional materials and conducts workshops that use digital image analysis and geographic information systems technologies as platforms for teaching about science, mathematics, and technology. CIPE's hands-on workshops and award-winning materials support standards-based education in science, mathematics, social studies, technology education, vocational education, and many other disciplines.

 

Science Approach now provides the official Web presence of the Center for Image Processing in Education (CIPE). In 2006, CIPE's Board of Trustees approved a resolution to cease operations once all of its current projects are complete. CIPE anticipates that it will close in September, 2007. The board resolution authorized CIPE to transfer its intellectual properties to Science Approach, with the agreement that Science Approach will continue CIPE's mission of promoting the use of visualization technologies for education. The board also authorized Science Approach to do business as CIPE. In recognition of this authorization, after CIPE ceases operations as an independent entity, it will become a brand or division within Science Approach.