Call for Conference Presentations

20th Anniversary NCATC Fall Conference

"Advanced Technologies/Advanced Skills:

Preparing a Globally Competitive Workforce"

October 1-3, 2008

Hosted by:

Dayton, Ohio

NCATC conferences are well-known for the sharing of ideas and exchanging of useful information both in formal sessions and during networking time provided for attendees. Willingness to be a presenter and to share your expertise and experiences make the NCATC conferences even more valuable.

You are invited to submit presentation proposals that focus on the role of Advanced Technology Centers (ATCs) in any of the four forum tracks.

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Forums

Forums will be presented in breakout rooms seating up to 40 persons in theater and classroom style and will be scheduled for approximately one hour. Breakout rooms will be equipped with a computer data projector and screen. If you are using electronic presentation materials (such as PowerPoint slides) you are responsible for providing those materials, including a backup if necessary.

Track 1: Innovative and Exceptional Practices (ATC Programs, Services and Operations)

Suggested forum subjects include new, cutting-edge and/or creative programs, services or delivery methods used to reach customers, clients and students. Programs and services that are selling well in continuing education, professional development or community education; how you found a market niche; how you are growing your market; new and improved methods of delivery; ATC operations and staffing, needs assessments, etc. are good examples.

Track 2: Emerging and Transfer Technologies

Suggested forum subjects include programs and services in advanced manufacturing, biotech, nanotechnology, advanced/alternative energy, environmental, cyber/computer, photonics or other highly technical, new, emerging fields and/or technologies brought to your programs from industry or introduced to industry by your organization.

Track 3: Grants, Funding Models and Partnerships

Suggested forum topics include NSF, DOL, DOT or other grants and grant-funded programs; using third-party vendors, hybrid/blended E-Learning and/or successful partnerships with industry, government and/or other colleges. Also encouraged are practices, methods and approaches you have used to grow a product line, increase your market presence and take advantage of new markets, new revenue sources, etc.

Track 4: P-16 Continuum, Workforce Career Pathways

Suggested forum topics include linkages with youth in Pre K-16 to education, career preparation, workforce and economic development promoting technical skills and knowledge-based career pathways. 2+2+2's, Tech Prep, Job Shadowing, Co-Ops, Internships, Apprenticeships, Military Transitions, On-the-Job Training, etc. are good examples.