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Arti Finn, Orijin Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer named on Forbe’s 50 over 50 list
Education technology company Orijin provides secure tablets, software and a cloud-based system to people who are incarcerated or on...
Aug 8, 20241 min read
Massachusetts Department of Correction and Parole Board Announce New Pilot Program to Educate Incarcerated Individuals on Parole Process
Initiative enhances the parole system’s transparency and equity, supports parole petitioners with the development of of a strong reentry...
Jul 26, 20243 min read
A Shared Governance Conundrum
The increasing importance of technology demands a shared governance model that combines robust centralized support with academic freedom...
Jul 25, 20246 min read
Edtech leaders outline need for evolution
Edtech leaders cited demographic pressures on access to HE as evidence that online has to play a critical role in future skills training....
Jul 23, 20242 min read
Mark Grovic, Founder of New Markets Venture Partners Gives us a Status Update on Investing in Edtech
On a search for a frank and realistic assessment on the challenges the EdTech industry is facing amidst the ongoing liquidity crisis,...
Jul 5, 20243 min read
Massachusetts DOC Completes Statewide Integration of Tablet Program
Earlier this month the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) announced the successful implementation of an innovative tablet...
Jun 26, 20243 min read
Kenyan Employers Lead AI Adoption Through Upskilling Partnerships
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is crucial for staying competitive. Across...
Jun 22, 20243 min read
Landing Your First Tech Role with App Academy and HTD Talent
Landing your first tech role can be a difficult process without previous technical experience. To ease the transition and prepare recent...
Jun 18, 20248 min read
Chronic absenteeism is schools’ ‘biggest problem.’ Five reasons kids are missing school
Cur’ra McCoy is one of millions of students who missed weeks of school over the past few years. Instead, the Baltimore teen often slept...
Jun 14, 20246 min read
In prison, tablets give inmates connection to the outside world
Sitting in a unit at the MCI-Norfolk prison, David Class flicked his fingers on a tablet, scrolling through the salaries associated with...
Jun 13, 20244 min read
Three Questions for Butler University’s Kevin Tuohy
The growing pains and gains of a new online program. I recently chatted with Kevin Tuohy , assistant director of the online pharmacy...
Jun 13, 20245 min read
Massachusetts Department of Correction Completes Implementation of Tablet Initiative to Enhance Educational Programming for Incarcerated Population
Correctional Education Innovation Supports Successful Reentry, Expands Access to Academic, Vocational, and Self-Enrichment Courses Today,...
Jun 13, 20243 min read
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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.
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 11/14
In this week's News Roundup, we've found stories about leveraging innovative strategies, technology, and targeted interventions to address pressing educational and workforce challenges. From the resurgence of community colleges and non-degree credentials to the ethical integration of AI in classrooms and efforts to combat learning loss, a shared focus emerges on expanding access, improving quality, and preparing diverse student populations for the evolving economy.
Nov 144 min read
Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 11/7
The articles featured in this week's News Roundup shine a light on a common thread: technology and smarter workforce linkages are reshaping education for today’s job market. From data-driven career coaching and expanded apprenticeships to virtual career fairs and AI-enabled learning, edtech and workforce development firms have opportunities to widen access, align curricula with in-demand skills, and support responsible, humane use of AI in student success and mental health.
Nov 74 min read
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