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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
RealLIST Connectors 2024: Meet 20 luminaries keeping Baltimore innovators well connected
These organizers, facilitators, movers and shakers nurture the synapses that power Charm City’s tech and startup community. In the heart...
Jun 1, 20241 min read
Unlocking Talent: From Incarceration to Sustainable Employment
Over 95% of America’s 2+ million incarcerated individuals will return to our communities, yet most of them will struggle to find and...
May 28, 20241 min read
The Baltimore Banner honors second class of Emerging Leaders
Some of the area’s most influential community organizers and leaders were honored as The Baltimore Banner’s second class of Emerging...
May 16, 20242 min read
Working to stop absenteeism in Bessemer City Schools
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May 15, 20241 min read
The Connection Between Higher Education & Careers with John Katzman, the Founder and CEO of Noodle
In this episode, John Katzman, Founder and CEO, Noodle shares insight into his background, what he is most focused on and excited about...
May 6, 20241 min read
Federal Hill education company raises $3M, adds health care division
The company is focused on stopping truancy but is now expanding its services. Here’s why. Read full story here . #Concentric
Apr 29, 20241 min read
WORLD’S TOP EDTECH COMPANIES OF 2024
How TIME and Statista Determined the Top EdTech Companies of 2024 The pandemic may no longer have the same grip that it used to on the...
Apr 24, 20242 min read
Women in New York Spearheading EdTech Innovation
Meet the visionary women reshaping education with the help of technology in a city where skyscrapers scrape the sky and innovation...
Apr 24, 20242 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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