Matt Kirchner from @TechEd_Podcast & @labmidwest had some killer insights:
80% of gen z wants to work in technology.
Manufacturers are uniquely positioned to frame industrial jobs as the most exciting tech opportunities in the coming years
U.S. Chamber Senior Vice President and Head of International, @JGodiasMurphy, joined the @TechEd_Podcast this week to talk tariffs, the future of trade, and their impact on the American workforce.
➡️ Listen here: bit.ly/4iHVdPx
Happy Manufacturing Day! 🎉
Today, we celebrate the innovative minds and skilled hands behind the technology that keeps our world moving.
Let’s continue building a workforce ready for the next revolution in manufacturing. 👷‍♀️⚙️
#MFGDay24
Want to inspire your students with real-world #STEM? Hear from @NASA’s Dr. Sharon Cobb about the #ArtemisProgram, the Moon, and Mars—plus, how we're inspiring the Artemis Generation to love science and technology!
🎧 Listen here: techedpodcast.com/cobb/#NASA#Space#Science
The BILT model (Business and Industry Leadership Team) is a unique twist on the usual college advisory board.
BILT teams let education and industry work side-by-side on specific projects that benefit both organizations.
cc: @Bismarck_State
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Wisconsin is a leader in AI integration in the Midwest.
How? @labmidwest's Matt Kirchner tells @ShermanJeff that programs across the state are "educating a new generation."
The Upswing is presented by @horiconbank.
Listen to the full conversation: wtmj.com/the-upswing/
Employers are more interested in the skills & competencies of an individual than their degree.
In today's skilled workforce, employers are less interested in "what's your degree?" & more interested in "what skills do you have that can be put to work to benefit our organization?"
Want stickier employees?
Give them a vision for where their career could go, then equip them with the education to get there.
Don't just give employees skills for their current or next job.
Give them a picture of what their career trajectory could be with your company.
The FAME program (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) is growing, with chapters across the country helping bolster the skilled workforce.
We talked with Dr. Casey Sacks of @BridgeValleyCTC about the WV FAME. Listen to our chat: techedpodcast.com/sacks/
HERA (Higher Education Regional Alliance) is a shining example of how collaboration in #education is better than competition!
Check out the work they're doing: herawisconsin.org/
Check out the Iowa High School Registered Apprenticeship Playbook for ideas on how your own state can implement #apprenticeship opportunities for high school students.
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If you're in #Michigan and looking to start a new career, the Michigan New Jobs Training Program can get you the skills you need.
Learn more: mcca.org/MNJTP-Overview
In just a few weeks, @whitehallsd will unveil their new Emerging Technology Lab, which will teach advanced technologies like Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence!
Superintendent Mike Beighley gave us a sneak preview of what the center will feature: techedpodcast.com/whitehall/
Did you know that self-efficacy is a huge factor in determining whether a middle school girl will sign up for / enjoy / succeed in #math and #science?
Hear Dr. Tabby Rabenberg of @BismarckSchools discuss the topic: techedpodcast.com/tabby/