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NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – American-based Nexford University has rolled out online courses for foreign nationals, including Kenyans
The institution carried out an open day in the country to raise awareness about its diverse range of programmes. In the arrangement,...
Dec 19, 20231 min read
The state of mental health across Wisconsin’s public universities in 4 charts
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Late fall is crunch time for John Achter and his team of counselors across the state public university system....
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Ed on the Edge | 40+ Years of Disrupting Education: John Katzman
John Katzman is the founder and CEO of Noodle . Prior to Noodle, he founded and ran 2U , which is also involved in online learning, and...
Nov 30, 20231 min read
Kids keep missing school in Virginia. Leaders are looking to curb that.
Virginia schools are looking for ways to combat chronic absenteeism as data shows the state is struggling to get students back in the...
Nov 27, 20234 min read
Survey reveals skills that will earn you a job faster
Kenya is still struggling with a severe shortage of quality and relevant skilled workforce, despite having one of the best educated pool...
Nov 23, 20232 min read
Schools see spike in chronic absences since pandemic
Concentric Education Solutions CEO Dr. David Heiber discusses the worsening problem of truancy, especially among students in low-income...
Nov 22, 20231 min read
Former Denver Zoo, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers CEO joins tech startup as chief strategy officer
The Denver startup aims to make hiring more equitable. After serving as the CEO of the Denver Zoo for more than three years, Shannon...
Nov 20, 20231 min read
Public Schools Are Literally Paying For People To Go Bang On Chronically Absent Students’ Doors
Public school districts are resorting to paying door knockers to go to the homes of chronically absent students as more schools struggle...
Nov 17, 20232 min read
Kids Still Aren’t Going to Class, So Schools Are Getting Aggressive
Educators say new attitudes toward daily attendance are resulting in alarmingly high absenteeism At first, educators thought the ...
Nov 17, 20231 min read
Nationally Renowned Executive and Global Leader Dr. Shannon Block Joins PAIRIN as Chief Strategy Officer
PAIRIN, the workforce journey company, today announced that nationally renowned executive and global leader Dr. Shannon Block will join...
Nov 14, 20233 min read
CREATORUP INTRODUCES A TOOL THAT CUTS PRESENTATION AND VIDEO SLIDESHOW DEVELOPMENT FROM HOURS TO MINUTES
CreatorUp introduces an AI tool that cuts presentation and video slideshow creation from hours to minutes, increasing productivity while...
Nov 13, 20231 min read
APDS Announces New Name: Orijin™
The ed-tech company’s new name reinforces the mission of creating pathways to sustainable employment for the justice impacted. Today,...
Nov 13, 20232 min read
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/19
In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.
Dec 19, 20254 min read


Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12
In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobili
Dec 12, 20254 min read


Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05
In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.
Dec 5, 20254 min read

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