ATE Central highlights the work of the NSF Advanced Technological Education (ATE) projects, who work to improve the skills of technicians and their educators.
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What can @NSF's ATE program #grant do for you? With a focus on the #education of technicians in fields that drive our nation's economy, and strong partnerships between academic institutions and industry, #ATE promotes improvement in #STEMed & #HigherEd atecentral.net/about
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This video from the National Cybersecurity Training and Education Center discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on cybersecurity instruction and the workforce. youtube.com/watch?v=9DCykbjj… #AI #Cybersecurity
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Jun 13
Check out the ATE funded GeoTech Center based in Louisville, Kentucky! This center works to develop geospatial curriculum materials and resources to increase the number of geospatial technicians in the field. geotechcenter.org/ #ATE #Geospatialtechnology
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Jun 12
The ATE Impacts 2026-2027 book is now available for order! This book showcases the work of the @NSF ’s Advanced Technological Education community and features ATE centers and projects across the seven #ATE areas. You can request copies online here: ateimpacts.net/bookrequest #NSF
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Jun 11
AMTEC is hosting two professional development training programs in Owensboro, Kentucky. Participants can attend June 16-17 or October 6-7, 2026. Learn more here: amtecworkforce.org/amtec-ins…
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Jun 10
This document provides a step-by-step guide for each phase of a speed networking event, and outlines programs to easily implement and host speed networking events to support student recruitment and retention in their technical education programs. docs.google.com/document/d/1…
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Jun 9
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) published an article on a recent report by Apprenticeships for America outlining recommendations to achieve the goal of 1 million apprenticeships in the United States. ccdaily.com/2026/04/grading-…
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Jun 8
HI-TEC 2026 is taking place in Austin, from July 27-30! HI-TEC brings together workforce development advocates, trade organizations & industry professionals to address the evolving demands of technological landscapes and advanced technological education: highimpact-tec.org/registrat…
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Jun 7
The Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Center provides education, research, training, and services in both forensic investigations and information system security. Check it out here: web.uri.edu/cs/dfcsc/
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Jun 6
It is important to think about your project or center’s branding and messaging early on to ensure that your language resonates with your target audience. The ATE Central Outreach Kit has tips and templates to help connect with your audience: atecentral.net/outreachkit/b…
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Jun 5
Check out the work from the Improving Access to Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing project! This project increases access to dual- enrollment for high school students by developing and using augmented reality and simulated lab experiences. ate.is/IACP-MFG
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Jun 4
Registration is now open for @ASEE_DC (The American Society for Engineering Education)‘s annual conference, happening in Charlottesville, North Carolina, from June 21-24th! Visit the ASEE 2026 website for more information: asee.org/home
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Jun 3
The ATE Events Calendar organizes upcoming events relevant to advanced technological education, including those sponsored by ATE projects and centers. Check it out here: atecentral.net/events #ATE #NSF
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Jun 2
The 2026 STEM Educator Institute will be hosted June 23rd-25th at Central Carolina Community College. This three-day event brings together educators to learn photovoltaic basics and walk through several lessons from the CREATE catalog with their team. createenergy.org/energy-work…
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Jun 1
The Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy conducts research and public service in space aeronomy, studying the atmospheres of solar system bodies and the impact of the sun, nature, and mankind on atmospheric changes. aeronomie.be/en #space
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May 31
Did you know that there are around 2.1 million full-time learners nationwide? Learn more facts about community colleges and current trends in this fast facts sheet: aacc.nche.edu/research-trend…
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May 30
This syllabus from Marion Technical College outlines information on the Semiconductor 101 course, created as part of a micro-certificate focused on semiconductor manufacturing: atecentral.net/downloads/406…
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May 29
Take a look at this new article from ATE Impacts, which examines how @MCTC_Tweets is building a regional workforce ecosystem for aviation and technical careers across rural northeastern Kentucky and the Ohio Valley corridor. ateimpacts.net/impacts/49607
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May 28
Did you know that joining clubs while enrolled in community college offers a potential remedy for feelings of isolation, promoting engagement and connection among students? Learn more: atecentral.net/impacts/49601 #CommunityCollege
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May 27
New research from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center found that roughly 865,000 students earned an associate's degree in the 2024-2025 academic year! Learn more about trends involving undergraduate degrees here: nscresearchcenter.org/underg… #graduation #NSF
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May 26
Take a look at this ATE Impact’s Blog Post discussing how DeafTEC is approaching accessibility support and services available to staff members and students with disabilities: ateimpacts.net/impacts/49382
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