While we often talk to kids about cyber security and the need to protect their personal online information, are we properly educating them about the possibilities of cyber-security careers and the skills and knowledge to obtain such jobs? As we recognize National Cyber Security Awareness…
We hear more often that students are beginning to consider career pathways at earlier and earlier ages. But as today’s students dream about their futures, it is essential that they have access to research-based knowledge of those career pathways. Last year, educators from across the…
To many the United States is still enjoying the Industrial Age, a time that began as we entered the 19th century. As the country shifted from the agrarian age, we say the introduction of the steam engine, the iron industry, and other such developments that…
While we all know there is no such thing as an “average” teacher, particularly with so many demands placed on educators these days, Education Week recently developed a strong package on what the teaching profession looks like today. The video and accompanying editorial piece look…
We may think that a student’s college and career choices are largely decided based on the high school experience. But recent data from the Student Research Foundation tells a more complicated story. As this infographic depicts, high school experiences rank sixth, from a longer list…
Yes, some form of postsecondary education is important in today’s world and today’s economy. But as many continue to question the value of earning a four-year degree, it is equally important to understand the jobs that may be available to today’s – and tomorrow’s –…
With more and more high schools emphasizing the importance of STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) education for all of their students, an important issue has been raised. How does one effectively recognize those students who are excelling in STEM? In Colorado and elsewhere, that question…
We often think we “know” all about community colleges and two-year postsecondary institutions. But how much of what we know is truly supported by the facts? Recently, the American Association of Community Colleges released a series of “fast facts” about community colleges today. And some…
Many in the education community speak of the importance of a postsecondary education for all of today’s learners, and rightfully so. As young people make the transition from school to career, there are many important lessons, skills, and experiences that postsecondary education provides. It is…
In choosing the best college and career pathways, students often look to a multitude of educators in their work for help and guidance. For some youth, it may be a math or social studies teacher. For others, it could be a coach or a guidance…