Addressing STEM Workforce Needs in a Virtual World–How ATE Grants Can Help and Why You Should Apply

This webinar, made available by Florence-Darlington Technical College, provides information on Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grants and STEM workforce needs in a virtual world during the COVID-19 pandemic. The webinar is divided into the following sections: Introduction to the NSF ATE Program, Virtual Teaching & Learning Strategies through ATE, and ATE Proposal Resources. Background information is provided on the National Science Foundation and the ATE program. Relevant innovation in education is discussed along with strategies and technologies for virtual and distance learning in different ATE programs during the pandemic. The presentation concludes with guidance for submitting applications for ATE grants during the pandemic. The recording runs 1:30:37 minutes in length. PowerPoint and .pdf files of the presentation slides are also included.