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New Social Media Micro-credentials Support Social Mobility for Adult Learners

Digital Promise

Though an estimated one-third of US workers across industries and occupations would benefit from developing digital skills—particularly among workers of color —fewer than 10 percent of people who need digital skills training and support are able to access education services due to longstanding systemic inequities.

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How Educators are Using the Exclusive Social Media App Clubhouse

Edsurge

The new social media app Clubhouse is gaining traction across many industries as Influencers, celebrities , and marketing professionals are heading to the app to connect and collaborate. (If Accessibility and lack of platform choices are both significant barriers.

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Introduce Computational Thinking with the Music Industry

Digital Promise

We’re excited to release two new resources—a short video and a two-page handout—that teachers can use to introduce students to how the music industry is using data and computation. How teachers can use the music industry to engage students with data. One key is to provide a realistic, relevant, and meaningful context.

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How eBook Reader Devices are Changing the Publishing Industry

Kitaboo on EdTech

The publishing industry is undergoing a major change as more and more readers prefer eBooks over printed books. They offer access to a vast selection of eBooks across different genres, languages, and formats. Build a loyal fan base and community using social media platforms around their eBooks.

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3 Ways edtech can help education get back on track

Neo LMS

A recent report shared by Google and KPMG reveals that the education tech industry would cater to about 9.6 With this understanding, the edtech industry should ensure that technology and remote learning are essential aspects of PD (professional development). million users and record a market share of $1.96

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The Future of Work

A Principal's Reflections

As I have previously written, we are in the midst of the 4th Industrial Revolution, where rampant innovation and exponential advances in technology are changing the societal landscape. In the midst of the 4th and eventually the 5th Industrial Revolution, there will be millions of new jobs. There is some good news, however.

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6 Things Every High School Senior Should Have Access To Before Graduation

EdNews Daily

During senior year in high school, all students should have access, knowledge, and experience within these top six areas of education below. Before high school graduation, every senior should have access to financial education. High school seniors should also have access to successful entrepreneurs.