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Last week, we introduced Elle Autumn, as part of our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series. Elle shared that taking @Infosec courses facilitated a successful transition from the insurance industry to a rewarding career in cybersecurity. Watch part 2 of Elle's story to discover how gaining Infosec certifications helped showcase their skills and perform specialized tasks at work. Tune back in on 3/27 for the third and final part of Elle’s story. #educationempowers #digitalskills #cybersecuritytraining

AI is reshaping higher education with one-third of college students now using this technology. According to our 2024 Employability Report, college graduates said they wanted more AI instruction in their courses. Learn how students are using ChatGPT in their programs in the latest article from BestColleges: https://lnkd.in/dqDQqR4a #AI #HigherEd #Students

Institutions are struggling to connect students to employers and hands-on experience needed for employment. While internships are valuable, they're becoming harder to secure, with internship postings down 15% over the past two years. Fortunately, there are several learning alternatives available for learners to explore. Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eVqrGcAx #internship #apprenticeship #employableskills

Last week the Corporate Communications Team met in Boston for their annual in-person meeting. Together, they conducted a comprehensive review of their SMART goals for the year and discussed areas of opportunity for FY26. The team also met with Emily Sweeney, VP of Talent Strategy Partner and Strategic Initiatives, to explore flexible work styles and best practices for effectively collaborating with diverse leadership styles. In the spirit of giving back, the team dedicated some of their time together to volunteer with Story Pirates, a non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the words and ideas of young people and to create confident, literate students equipped with a variety of tools for written, verbal and artistic self-expression. The team had an incredible experience reading stories from kids around the world and writing heartfelt notes of encouragement in response. It was a productive few days for the team and they enjoyed being together and engaging in valuable discussions. Billy Brittingham, Brooke Carey, Wesley Coffman, Christina Coleman, Ydalia A. Colón, Emily Featherston, Emma Horgan, Margaret McCarthy and Megan Page #companyculture #employeeengagement #professionaldevelopment

This month, we are excited to continue our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series, which highlights stories from students and educators, with Elle Autumn, a lifelong learner with a special interest in cybersecurity. Watch the video to discover how Elle's LinkedIn posts about data security opened doors and how Infosec courses facilitated a successful transition from the insurance industry to a rewarding career in cybersecurity. Tune back in on 3/20 and 3/27 to learn more about Elle. #educationempowers #cybersecuirty #edtech

It's more important than ever that students are equipped with cybersecurity skills at a young age. "I think we owe it to our kids and that generation to bring them up to speed on this education. They’re always on devices, so we owe it to them to, as best as we can, provide them information, to [teach] that security, because that’s the biggest risk to them," says Infosec VP, Keatron Evans. Learn how they're providing cybersecurity lessons in K-12 schools in his latest interview with IT Brew: https://lnkd.in/eZaMw64Z #Cybersecurity #SkillsDevelopment #Education"

To celebrate Women’s History Month (WHM), we spoke with some of the accomplished female senior leaders who help shape our business at Cengage Group. Check out our blog where Sandra Bruce, Rya Conrad-Bradshaw, Cheryl Costantini Sonya Evanosky, Adrienne Valencia Garcia, Dawn Gerrain, and Lauren Hyde candidly shared their perspectives on the significance of WHM, obstacles they have encountered in their careers, women who have inspired them and advice for aspiring women leaders: https://lnkd.in/eWdAda6k #WomensHistoryMonth #WomeninBusiness #WomenLeaders

Last month, National Geographic hosted its annual Storytellers Summit in Washington D.C. Fifteen National Geographic Learning staff members joined 150 storytellers from around the globe who were there to share their works-in-progress and recently published stories for National Geographic. During the Summit, attendees had the unique opportunity to connect with our staff and explorers in small group settings allowing them to connect with these remarkable individuals featured in our learning materials and gain deeper insights into their experiences and perspectives. The main stage was abuzz with 18 captivating presentations that covered a wide range of topics. From the awe-inspiring 396-day journey to chart the entire length of the Amazon River to the art of using data to tell compelling human stories about fashion, art and the environment, each presentation left a lasting impression. The stories shared during the Summit sparked inspiration among attendees, further our passion to bring even more stories to the classroom! #NGL #K12education #studentsuccess #ELT

Last week, our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) met in New York City to strategize for the upcoming year. Leaders from across the company shared ideas, insights and perspectives on their respective business units and together they discussed new launches, updates and releases. Guest speaker and expert on leadership, learning, eLearning, innovation, change and communication, Dr. Jeff Borden, also joined the meeting to discuss Cengage Group’s ‘superpowers’ through the lens of our customers. His insights added a fresh perspective, inspiring the leaders to think outside the box and explore new possibilities. After the meeting wrapped, the SLT participated in a unique team-building experience at My Cooking Party. Working together, they prepared an array of dishes, including appetizers, main courses, side dishes and desserts. It reinforced the importance of collaboration, creativity, and building strong relationships beyond the confines of the workplace. Check out some photos from the event below. #leadership #teambuilding #employeeexperience

Empowering faculty to lead AI decision-making is crucial for the future of education. Our recent study finds graduates feel unprepared for an AI-driven workforce with more than half saying their programs didn’t teach them AI skills. This highlights the need for educational institutions to adapt and equip both faculty and students with the necessary AI programs to succeed. Learn more in American Association of Community Colleges latest article here: https://lnkd.in/g4CgYtWJ #AI #HigherEd #Skillsgap