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DFER CEO Jorge Elorza calls on Vice President Harris to prioritize #education as a key economic driver ahead of tonight's #Debate2024. "At the debate, and in the upcoming weeks, we hope to hear Vice President Harris emphasize an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovation in public education. School systems must be held accountable, with a focus on transparency and performance, and innovation should be encouraged by embracing forward-thinking data-driven solutions that push beyond the status quo." https://lnkd.in/gbEjWamT

A new report from Bellwether and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is shining light on state efforts to address education-to-workforce challenges, including advancing the Science of Reading, enacting equitable school funding, and strengthening math instruction. The report calls on business leaders to advocate for stronger education policies and policymakers to focus on K-12 investments that expand access to post-secondary education and workforce experiences. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eCE8NchM

We submitted a proposal to present at #SXSWEDU! View and vote for our panel: "Strengthening America: Higher Education as a Strategic Asset". https://lnkd.in/gFp9vuE5 The discussion will focus on how higher education can and should be a force for societal good, and improve the communities it serves. As the world transitions to an economy led by technological innovation and global interconnectivity, other countries have begun to embrace higher education as a strategic asset, while the U.S. is falling behind. A multi-sector coalition of business, education, and community leaders has been developing new higher education funding, policy, and collaboration models to ensure that the United States can compete in our rapidly changing global economy. Joel Dupuis Minu Ipe Dawn Straw Lisa Foss Maria Toshkova Faye Farmer Joe Martin Tamara Christensen, PhD

Project 2025 popularized plans to end the U.S. Department of Education, but discover how that idea isn't new, and why it hasn't been successful in the past. #K12 #Project2025 #Election2024 #EWTopReadsoftheWeek

Project 2025 popularized plans to end the U.S. Department of Education, but discover how that idea isn't new, and why it hasn't been successful in the past. #K12 #Project2025 #Election2024

We must restore confidence in U.S. higher education for the sake of our future. 70% of working-age people will need a degree or credential by 2031, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce. Today we are only at 54.3%. We’ve made good progress, but we clearly have more work to do to ensure a prepared and equipped workforce. Post-high school success is key to closing the skills gap, yet enrollment is declining, and Americans are increasingly losing faith that higher ed can deliver what they need. Our most recent work with Gallup highlights that more Americans than ever are telling us they have little or no confidence in higher education—once a pillar for success in our country. This is a crisis for individuals, communities and our nation. As education advocates, employers, policymakers, and partners, we all have a role in the battle to increase value and restore confidence in higher ed. Now, more than ever, we must align education with labor market demands and ensure students have a clear pathway to success. Here are more ways we can address the higher ed confidence crisis threatening our nation’s prosperity: https://lnkd.in/gDvfXUHY Lumina Foundation

While #economicdevelopment and the workforce was listed as the top issue for 2024, all of the issues highlighted in the survey are intertwined. Addressing students’ basic needs (housing and food) will lower equity gaps and increase student success and completion, which will raise graduation rates. And that’s just one example. We can send more #communitycollegestudents into the workforce by taking an intersectional approach and welcoming the whole student to our campuses! #highered2024

I’ve participated in numerous discussions and read several press articles about what the next administration's education priorities should be and what policies state leaders should prioritize. I encourage you to read EdTrust's Transition Memo, which outlines evidence-based recommendations that tackle the most pressing challenges in our education system. From reimagining school funding to addressing students’ basic needs in higher education, this memo is a valuable resource for policymakers committed to meaningful change. As we look toward 2025 and beyond, it is imperative that our nation’s leaders prioritize equity in education where students and their families come first 👉 https://edtru.st/47K4Bhn #EducationReform #PolicyChange #FutureOfEducation #EquityIsExcellence

As we approach another General Election in the UK, it’s crucial to revisit the pressing issue of educational reform. When will the UK government finally adopt the visionary changes proposed by the late Sir Ken Robinson? Sir Ken Robinson, an internationally recognized leader in education, passionately advocated for transforming our education systems to foster creativity, innovation, and personalized learning. His groundbreaking work highlighted the need for an education system that nurtures diverse talents and encourages critical thinking over rote memorization. Robinson's seminal works, such as "Out of Our Minds: Learning to Be Creative" and his influential TED Talk "Do Schools Kill Creativity?" have inspired millions globally. He argued that our current educational model, rooted in industrial-age thinking, stifles creativity and fails to prepare students for the rapidly changing demands of the 21st century. His proposed reforms emphasized: - A curriculum that values the arts and creativity on par with traditional academic subjects. - Personalized learning experiences that cater to individual strengths and interests. - A shift from standardized testing to assessments that foster real-world skills and competencies. - Professional development for teachers to innovate and lead in the classroom. As we cast our votes, let's demand a commitment to education reform that honors Sir Ken Robinson's legacy. Our future generations deserve an education system that unlocks their full potential. It's time for meaningful change. #EducationReform #KenRobinson #GeneralElection #FutureOfEducation #CreativeLearning

Varying Degrees 2024 is out today! 🎉 This year, we surveyed 1,705 American adults to better understand what they think about higher education value, affordability, funding, and accountability. We find that Americans' confidence in higher education is declining and that they do not think the current system is fine as it is. Even with this, though, they ultimately recognize that higher education is valuable in offering a return on investment. 🎓 Cost continues to be a pain point for those interested in pursuing a higher education -- in fact, more than 80 percent of Americans believe that cost is the biggest factor that blocks any individual from enrolling in a program. With this, Americans believe that federal and state governments can play a role in making public higher education more affordable, whether that be through increasing need-based grants or developing a federal-state partnership to make public colleges tuition-free. 💰 Our findings show that there is still hope when it comes to building Americans' confidence and trust in higher education: institutions and policymakers just need to put in the work. Be sure to check out more of our findings in the full report (and accompanying data tool) below! ✨ Loved working on this report alongside Sophie Nguyen and Rachel Fishman -- and a big thank you to our friends Katherine Portnoy, Mandy Dean, and Natalya Brill in helping bring everything together! So appreciative of the great team at New America – Education Policy Program 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g5WDhzQk