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The way we reform education today directly shapes the future of our children and the workforce they will enter. Check out our latest blog on our education system predictions of 2024: https://buff.ly/3NV0G8D

It's wonderful to see countries sponsor initiatives to elevate the teaching profession. The plan below is sponsored by the Australia's Department of Education, and is designed to address future teacher shortages. While this initiative was started in 2022, it's interesting to see how it has been adapted over the course of the last two years. One interesting new project is to help teachers use AI to reduce their administrative workload and spend more time with students. It will be interesting to monitor progress on this initiative as it moves forward. Here is the link to that initiative: https://lnkd.in/eAnqAsTv While it's unfortunate that it often takes a crisis to prompt such action, I commend the Australian government for their proactive and thoughtful approach. Their commitment to strengthening the teaching profession is commendable, and I hope other nations are paying attention and considering similar efforts.

A new survey highlights a persistent drop in confidence among Americans regarding higher education. Although Baby Boomers feel students should bear more of the financial burden believe that state governments should increase their investments in public colleges and universities. Explore the complete findings: https://okt.to/2VLuyR

Workforce retention is a challenge for many industries but especially difficult for the space of higher education. Check out our blog on "The Higher Education Brain Drain" to learn about why institutions struggle with workforce retention and some of the solutions out there. https://hubs.ly/Q02flkqz0

Just registered! This is going to be a great panel discussion on an important topic that impacts all of us in the Capital Region. Register at the link included in the post below. See you October 25! #Workforce #EcoDev #WorkforceDevelopment #Students #NextGen

This Labor Day, browse the Digest of Education Statistics to find out how the employment to population ratios of 16- to 64-year-olds changed between 1975 and 2022: https://lnkd.in/eSDGjxmG [Image description: A close-up of hands holding items that represent different careers. These items include a rolling pin, a stethoscope, a wrench, a credit card reader, a hard hat, a battery tester, and a calculator. Above the hands is the text “Happy Labor Day” and the Institute of Education Sciences logo.]

In a changing world, how do we ensure everyone has access to the education they need? Dr. Greenstein, PASSHE Chancellor, tackles this crucial question. Watch the full video for a thought-provoking discussion on navigating demographic shifts and closing the job skills gap in #HigherEd: https://bit.ly/3VKHcbf #PASSHE

Our new analysis highlights key state actions around #ECE in 2023 that will impact quality and access in 2024. Movement on Universal Pre-K, workforce development, and literacy reforms will mean SBE rulemaking is likely in 2024. NASBE's Winona Hao suggests states look for opportunities to expand program access and improve equity and program quality. “The particular needs of young multilingual learners merits added attention,” Hao writes. Read her analysis: https://lnkd.in/eQUZwcYU

A comprehensive report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) illustrates the resilience of America’s blue-collar region and describes how increased collaboration with higher education can ensure its survival.