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Work experience is more than just a requirement; its vital to a student's development. It was vital to me.  - Students gain practical skills not taught in classrooms  - Helps identify career interests and strengths  - Helps build professional relationships for future job searches  - Real-world challenges build confidence  - Real-world experience makes those early in their career more attractive to future employers Are schools and even businesses doing enough to support the next generation? The Changing Education Group #EdTech #WorkExperience #Education #WEX

Exciting News! SOLO Network has just launched the Career Pathways feature, designed to bridge the gap between learning and career development. For organizations, this feature offers the ability to create and share custom career pathways using credentials such as openbadges and CLRs, ensuring that learners are equipped with the exact skills needed in today’s competitive market. From an industry perspective, this helps streamline talent development by aligning educational content with real-world job requirements, improving workforce readiness. For learners, it provides a clear roadmap to success, allowing them to explore and follow pathways that align with their career goals. With built-in integration to Credential Engine, these pathways become easily discoverable, giving learners visibility and access to a broad network of opportunities. This feature represents a powerful step forward in connecting education with employment, driving success for both individuals and organizations alike. Stay tuned for more updates! #openbadges #CLR L-EAF.org, LLC #CareerGrowth Open Skills Network #LearningInnovation 1EdTech Consortium #SOLO

I remember spending a lot of effort trying to figure out which skills I needed to focus on for my future career. Navigating the landscape of education and job readiness can be overwhelming, like wandering through a maze. As a student with big dreams, I often felt unsure about the best direction to take. It wasn’t just about the subjects I was studying; it was about understanding how to translate that knowledge into real-world skills that would set me apart. I wanted to stand out and make a meaningful impact, but finding that path felt daunting. That’s why I’m excited about the opportunities available through SOLO Network! The new feature allows institutions and employers to create clear career pathways that connect education with real job opportunities. This is a game changer for learners like me, providing clarity on the skills and credentials that are valued in the industry. #SOLO #CredentialPathway #StudentGrowth

💡 Are you looking to scale and tailor your work-based learning programs to your learners' needs? Discover how next-gen technology platforms are transforming career readiness for students in our latest blog by Josh Mitchell, VP of Academic Partnerships at Riipen. 🌟 With insights from two decades in higher education, Josh explores how colleges and universities can integrate work-based learning experiences to prepare students for the evolving job market. Learn how to connect with a network of employers, focus on specific career readiness needs, and empower educators to intervene effectively. 👉 Read the full article to find out how you can meet students where they are in their career journeys: https://hubs.li/Q02Dp6WN0 #CareerReadiness #HigherEducation #ExperientialLearning #EdTech #WorkBasedLearning

There's no business return if you engage with a school careers programme, right? Think again... 6 in 7 employers say working with schools is encouraging young people to take up careers in their sector What would this look like as a return on investment for your business? Our most engaged employers say it is helping them develop new talent pipelines and is supporting young people to take up #Careers in their industry. Employer outreach should focus on: - skill development - helping young people through application processes - and should start as early as possible Still need convincing why your business needs to support the future generation? Let's start a conversation! Gerarde Manley Saahera Mahomed Nacho Galvez Laura Sherlock Helen Treadwell Tom King The Careers & Enterprise Company Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership Limited #CareersExcellent2024 #NCW2024

Embrace your current journey as a stepping stone towards your goals. Read more about how education should prepare us for meaningful careers in this week's newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gqQtzqVy #CareerDevelopment #Education #GrowthMindset #LifelongLearning #Contraminds

The largest-ever Future Skills Questionnaire provides critical insights into young people's career readiness and skills development. Discover what this means for the future workforce and explore the full findings here 👉 https://bit.ly/416xIdc  #FutureSkills #CareersEducation #FutureTalent 

The largest-ever Future Skills Questionnaire provides critical insights into young people's career readiness and skills development. Discover what this means for the future workforce and explore the full findings here 👉 https://bit.ly/416xIdc  #FutureSkills #CareersEducation #FutureTalent 

👏 Collaboration drives results! Discover how high-quality careers education is building confidence and skills among disadvantaged students, empowering them to thrive in the future workforce. Read the full story and report here 👉 https://bit.ly/416xIdc #FutureSkills #CareersEducation The Careers & Enterprise Company

The largest-ever Future Skills Questionnaire provides critical insights into young people's career readiness and skills development. Discover what this means for the future workforce and explore the full findings here 👉 https://bit.ly/416xIdc #FutureSkills #CareersEducation #FutureTalent