The ABYC Foundation will host a free online Educator Forum on Nov. 13 offering collaboration and discussions for high school and post-secondary educators, industry trainers and administrators involved in marine service technology programs.
“The Educator Forum is about building connections that strengthen marine education programs and, ultimately, our industry’s workforce,” accreditation director Sarah Devlin said in a statement. “Whether a school already offers a marine service program or is just getting started, this event offers practical insights and tools to help them succeed.”
The agenda includes:
• Open discussion for educators: Exchange ideas, challenges and solutions with peers in an interactive session that has sparked many ABYC education initiatives.
• Notes from SkillsUSA: Learn how to get involved in SkillsUSA and hear insights from David Broadbent, ABYC senior director of business development and new national marine service competition technical chair.
• West Marine Pro and Your Students: Discover how ABYC’s partnership with West Marine Pro gives students access to professional accounts and industry discounts.
• What’s New in ABYC Education: Tim Murphy and Mike Bonicker share updates on ABYC’s growing curriculum, including “Advanced Marine Systems Technology” and “Introduction to Boatyard Basics.”
Registration and other information is available here.
