This Stanford Research Institute (SRI) website showcases findings from a multi-year research project, Promoting the Development of STEM Tech Employability Skills: A Review of Practices and Needs in the ATE Community, led by SRI Education and funded by the National Science Foundation. 

PI:  Louise Yarnall    CoPI:  Julie Reymold

On the website are two resources of particular note: 

1. The Working Stronger and Smarter handbook (PDF) describes the research and findings along with resources and ideas for educators and employers.

2. Video and slides from the recent Webinar on Targeted Coaching Skills for Instructors Preparing a Diverse Technician Workforce

Keywords: professional development, diverse technician workforce, diverse, coaching, employability skills, soft skills, nontechnical skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills, lifelong learning, meeting workplace expectations, situational awareness, handbook, classroom tools and techniques,   educators, employers