Articles by tag: career readiness
In recent years, a growing disconnect has emerged between traditional math education in schools and its real-world applications, particularly in relation to career readiness. This gap has sparked intense debates, especially in states like California, where the push for a new math framework has led to what some are calling a “math war.” Amidst […]
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Why Prepping Students for Careers Increases Engagement and Graduation Rates
Celebrating the leaders and experts that are powering education into the future, host JW Marshall sets out to ask the “right questions” in EdTech to understand the changes in policy and technology that will power our universities, tradeschools, and companies – and drive growth in upskilling certifications. Career readiness has been a missing piece for many […]
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INROADS Joins Digital Hub For Innovative Leadership And Career Development
INROADS congratulates Apple, Southern Company and Ed Farm on their commitment to promote racial equity and justice through the development of the Propel Center. This physical and virtual campus will provide students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with access to knowledge, skills, tools and resources necessary to excel as innovators and entrepreneurs. Propel Center is […]
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G20’s Think Tank Group Warns Missing Generation’s Skill Gap Must Be Addressed
A task force of the G20 research and policy advice network, Think20 (T20), has identified artificial intelligence (AI) based learning technologies as the recommended approach to overcoming current educational challenges and ensuring existing and future employees are prepared to be a member of the workforce of today and tomorrow. With economies reeling from the repercussions of […]
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How Technology Supports Relationships Between Teachers and Students
During the three years my colleagues and I spent researching our book Whole: What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive, we investigated the unique success stories of schools that were “out-performing their zip code.” Often situated in poor neighborhoods, the one consistent element across these “success outliers” was a culture focused on social and emotional […]
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Secretary DeVos Approves Six Additional Perkins Career and Technical Education State Plans
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced today the Department of Education has approved six additional career and technical education (CTE) plans. Colorado, Florida, Kentucky, New York, South Carolina and Utah are the latest states to have their CTE plans approved under the new, bipartisan Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act […]
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JPMorgan Chase Investing $75 Million to Prepare Young People for Future of Work
JPMorgan Chase recently announced a global initiative to better prepare young people for the jobs of today and tomorrow by investing $75 million and advancing smarter policy solutions. The new five-year, 10-site investment and policy priorities are part of New Skills at Work, the firm’s $350 million commitment to prepare adults and kids for the […]
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The Coexistence of Big Box and Small Retail Relies on Synergistic Relationships
Despite being long time competitors, big box retailers and small local businesses can both coexist in ways that benefit the other. Of course, both retail formats are different but by maintaining their core business models, the two can bank and leverage their strengths and still be open to synergistic relationships. During an episode of […]
Introducing Machine to Machine (M2M) Marketing: The Next Frontier in Business Automation
As the landscape of business and technology continues to evolve, a novel concept is emerging that may soon redefine the traditional marketing framework: Machine to Machine (M2M) Marketing. This innovative approach could fundamentally transform how businesses interact, making it crucial to explore its implications and potential. The Rise of M2M Marketing M2M Marketing builds […]
Trending Soon: Solving Customers’ Needs and Creating Personalized Shopping Experiences is the Future of Retail
One way that brands can enhance customer loyalty and increase their sales is by leveraging the growing consumer desire for easy and personalized shopping experiences. In a recent segment of Experts Talk for a roundtable discussion on the present and future state of retail stores, Sarah Jarvis, a Retail Marketing and Loyalty Expert at […]
Small Retailers are at the Forefront of Economic and Community Revival
As big-box retailers like Walmart and Target continue to expand their physical storefronts, small business retailers are carving out a niche by integrating deeply with their local communities. These local shops, unlike their gigantic counterparts, are leveraging their brick-and-mortar presence to enhance community ties and foster local economies. While large retailers invest in blending […]
