NSF ATE Evaluation Essentials for Non-Evaluators: Understanding the Basics and Benefits of Evaluation

This webinar from EvaluATE: Evaluation Resource Center for Advanced Technological Education (ATE) is the first in a two-part series providing an overview of the role of evaluations in an ATE grant proposal. This webinar is designed for grant applicants who are new to evaluation or need a review on the basics. Topics covered include what evaluation is, why evaluation is important, and how evaluation can benefit a project. The webinar shares strategies for finding and selecting an evaluator and information about the costs associated with evaluation.

The following additional resource booklet is highlighted:

• EvaluATE Resources for Pre-Award Seekers and for Writing an Effective Evaluation Plan

The webinar runs 00:59:12 minutes in length. A 41-page PDF of the presentation slides is included as a supplemental material. The previous webinar in the series, as well as the resource booklet highlighted during the presentation, are available to view separately.