Future of Work

For These Black Women in STEM, Teachers’ Encouragement Went a Long Way

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:43:24 GMT

Black women continue to be underrepresented in science, tech, engineering, and math careers.

STEM Jobs Aren’t Students’ First Choice. More Hands-On Experiences Could Help, Experts Say

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:43:54 GMT

Lack of exposure to STEM concepts may be contributing to the disconnect, according to the report.

5 Lessons I’ve Learned From Using AI (Opinion)

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:38:45 GMT

Many educators may be nervous to use AI, but the reality is they are most likely using it already.

Students Want STEM Careers, But Think Schools Are Doing a ‘Poor Job’ Preparing Them

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 21:38:07 GMT

Nearly all survey respondents said preparing students for STEM jobs is important.

What 3 After-School Programs Are Doing to Prepare Kids for the Future of Work

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 21:53:55 GMT

After-school programs offer flexibility and time for hands-on learning to explore careers.

How Will AI Automation Affect Career and Technical Education? (Opinion)

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT

It’s always been important to get education right for all students, but the arrival of ChatGPT means it’s now more important than ever.

What Will High Schoolers Be Learning in 2033? See the Predictions

Mon, 15 May 2023 19:31:19 GMT

��ܹ��̳ asked five experts in technology and education to tell us what they see ahead.

Trouble Getting Students Interested in STEM? These Teachers Figured It Out

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:35:50 GMT

Two teachers discuss how they use hands-on learning experiences and bring in professionals to spark students' interest in STEM.

What Skills Should Students Learn in an AI-Powered World?

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 21:31:46 GMT

Five ed-tech company founders discussed how AI will likely change what and how students will learn in school.

ChatGPT Is All the Rage. But Teens Have Qualms About AI

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 22:03:41 GMT

More than 90 percent of teenagers said they would like to learn more about artificial intelligence in their high school classes.

From Monsoons to Hurricane Sandy: A Student’s Personal Journey From Activist to Scientist

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:28:41 GMT

Without formal instruction on climate change in school, Aryaana Khan struggled to make sense of the natural disasters she experienced.

Students Want to Know More About Careers in Climate Change—Now

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 22:06:00 GMT

Teachers are not talking about these types of careers as much as many students would like.

The Climate Is Changing. Career Education Is Not. That's a Problem

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 05:01:45 GMT

Teens are increasingly interested in learning about how climate change will impact the future of work.

How to Build Girls' Interest and Confidence in STEM Learning

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 21:38:21 GMT

Too often, girls aren’t introduced to STEM career opportunities until high school, but that could be too late.

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Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:28:09 GMT

Innovative ideas are built upon earlier ideas that have developed in an iterative process to generate new perspectives

Seat at the Table: Understanding the Critical Link Between Student Mental Health and the Future of Work

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:01:22 GMT

In recent months, there’s been a rallying cry against the teaching of social-emotional skills. Discover why students need these skills now more than ever.

6 Reasons Why We Should See Students as Changemakers (Opinion)

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 11:22:57 GMT

The future is very delicate. In this blog, Michael Fullan lays out 6 reasons why students should be seen as the changemakers to improve it.

The Key to Getting Girls Interested in STEM Could Be Their Teacher

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:04:08 GMT

A majority of women surveyed said that a teacher had the greatest influence in their decision to pursue a career in technology.

Do Students Have Passion for Today's In-Demand Jobs? A New Analysis Says No

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:44:11 GMT

Student aptitude is higher than interest in industries where significant job growth is forecast, like energy and computer technology.

Want Girls to Pursue STEM Learning? Hear What Female NASA Scientists Have to Say

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 21:47:25 GMT

Women continue to be underrepresented in STEM-related careers.

Major American Companies to Schools: Expand Access to Computer Science

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:01:54 GMT

A letter signed by 500 corporate, nonprofit, and education leaders calls for states to improve access to computer science education.

Want to Get Girls Interested in STEM Careers? Try Minecraft

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:35:33 GMT

Two teachers in Louisiana started an after-school club to get girls interested in STEM.

How a NASA-Supported Robotics Program Is Preparing Students for STEM Careers

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:16:40 GMT

A NASA-supported program partners with schools to implement robotics in the classroom.

3 Strategies for Helping Students Navigate the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:08:11 GMT

Educators urge allowing students to present intriguing dilemmas to debate.

What Should Kids Learn? Amazon, Adobe Senior Executives Share What They Think

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 20:12:18 GMT

'Soft skills' such as collaboration are high on their priority lists for success in a tech-driven economy.

Want to Spark Students' Interest in STEM? Initiative Brings Parents Into That Effort

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 22:03:28 GMT

Programs like Remake Learning Days are especially important at a time when there is a vast talent gap in the STEM industry.

What Do Top U.S. Companies Think Schools Could Do Better? We Asked

Tue, 03 May 2022 19:05:03 GMT

Senior executives from Amazon, Salesforce, Southwest Airlines, and other companies identified problem-solving skills students should learn.

Do I Want to Be a Telecommuter When I Grow Up? High Schoolers Ponder That Question

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 21:19:03 GMT

Nearly a fifth of older teens surveyed in the U.S. and U.K. were weighing the ability to telecommute in their career considerations.

Aptitude Tests: Are They Effective in Opening Students' Minds to More Career Paths?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 19:43:41 GMT

Aptitude tests—which seek to measure students’ potential in a particular field—may help students keep from pigeonholing themselves.

How Schools Should Prepare All Students for the Future of Work: The Big Equity Challenge

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:00:16 GMT

Register for this Online Summit and learn ways you can support all students in the effort to ready them for the workplace of tomorrow.