/career-readiness Career Readiness en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:09:35 GMT /teaching-learning/can-the-ap-model-work-for-cte-how-the-college-board-is-embracing-career-prep/2024/10 The organization known for AP courses and the SAT is getting more involved in helping students explore potential careers. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:09:35 GMT /teaching-learning/can-the-ap-model-work-for-cte-how-the-college-board-is-embracing-career-prep/2024/10 /teaching-learning/the-way-schools-offer-cte-classes-is-about-to-change-heres-how/2024/10 The revision could lead to significant shifts in the types of jobs schools highlight, and the courses students are able to take. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:40:15 GMT /teaching-learning/the-way-schools-offer-cte-classes-is-about-to-change-heres-how/2024/10 /teaching-learning/even-in-academic-classes-schools-focus-on-building-students-workforce-skills/2024/10 69´«Ã½ work on meeting academic standards. What happens when they focus on different sets of skills? Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/even-in-academic-classes-schools-focus-on-building-students-workforce-skills/2024/10 /teaching-learning/preparing-for-the-workforce-can-start-as-early-as-1st-grade-what-it-looks-like/2024/10 Preparing students for college and career success starts well before high school—and it doesn’t only involve occupation-specific training. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/preparing-for-the-workforce-can-start-as-early-as-1st-grade-what-it-looks-like/2024/10 /technology/meet-sassy-the-ai-chatbot-helping-students-find-their-dream-jobs/2024/10 The chatbot was created as part of Oregon's investment in expanding career-oriented education programs. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:22:25 GMT /technology/meet-sassy-the-ai-chatbot-helping-students-find-their-dream-jobs/2024/10 /teaching-learning/students-want-to-learn-more-about-careers-will-high-schools-step-up/2024/10 69´«Ã½ say they want more career education, and EdWeek Research Center survey data show schools are emphasizing it more. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:59:08 GMT /teaching-learning/students-want-to-learn-more-about-careers-will-high-schools-step-up/2024/10 /teaching-learning/a-marine-science-program-in-a-surprising-place-shows-students-new-career-options/2024/09 It's hard to find teachers for STEM subjects, but a school system in a landlocked state has found a way to make it work with marine science. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:41:55 GMT /teaching-learning/a-marine-science-program-in-a-surprising-place-shows-students-new-career-options/2024/09 /teaching-learning/how-should-high-school-change-these-districts-may-have-the-answer/2024/09 By supporting learning that takes place outside the classroom, districts—and states—are starting to rethink an age-old institution. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:03:00 GMT /teaching-learning/how-should-high-school-change-these-districts-may-have-the-answer/2024/09 /teaching-learning/the-high-school-handoff A new series examines how high school is evolving to reflect changing pathways to degrees, credentials, and the workforce. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/the-high-school-handoff /teaching-learning/students-at-this-high-school-do-internships-its-a-game-changer/2024/09 A superintendent challenged his high school to get half of seniors engaged in learning outside the building. 69´«Ã½ responded. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/students-at-this-high-school-do-internships-its-a-game-changer/2024/09 /teaching-learning/many-students-can-get-special-ed-until-age-22-what-districts-should-do/2024/06 School districts' responsibilities under federal special education law aren't always clear-cut. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:55:27 GMT /teaching-learning/many-students-can-get-special-ed-until-age-22-what-districts-should-do/2024/06 /teaching-learning/fundamentally-changing-the-conditions-for-teaching/2024/06 A specialized STEM program builds in more planning time for teachers. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:40:51 GMT /teaching-learning/fundamentally-changing-the-conditions-for-teaching/2024/06 /teaching-learning/are-real-world-problem-solving-skills-essential-for-students/2024/05 Ensuring students' career readiness is a top priority for districts. Wed, 29 May 2024 19:34:11 GMT /teaching-learning/are-real-world-problem-solving-skills-essential-for-students/2024/05 /teaching-learning/whats-more-important-to-students-and-employers-skills-or-credentials/2024/05 At the Reagan Institute Summit on Education, leaders discussed the evolving value of college degrees versus career skills. Tue, 28 May 2024 16:54:21 GMT /teaching-learning/whats-more-important-to-students-and-employers-skills-or-credentials/2024/05 /teaching-learning/the-motivational-power-of-stem-this-program-connects-students-to-potential-careers/2024/05 It's not just about motivation—it's about providing supports for kids to study STEM subjects. Tue, 28 May 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/the-motivational-power-of-stem-this-program-connects-students-to-potential-careers/2024/05 /teaching-learning/what-happens-for-high-schoolers-who-need-more-than-4-years/2024/05 Districts work to serve older students longer than four years to plan for a changing career world. Mon, 13 May 2024 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/what-happens-for-high-schoolers-who-need-more-than-4-years/2024/05 /teaching-learning/these-grants-could-help-students-with-disabilities-access-jobs-training/2024/04 The Ed. Dept. is investing $236 million to help with transitions to careers and post-secondary education. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:15:14 GMT /teaching-learning/these-grants-could-help-students-with-disabilities-access-jobs-training/2024/04 /teaching-learning/this-east-coast-district-brought-a-hollywood-quality-experience-to-its-students/2024/03 A unique collaboration between a Virginia school district and two television actors allows students to gain real-life filmmaking experience. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:57:52 GMT /teaching-learning/this-east-coast-district-brought-a-hollywood-quality-experience-to-its-students/2024/03 /policy-politics/republican-and-democratic-governors-both-are-touting-this-k-12-priority/2024/03 Workforce readiness and career and technical education were the most common education themes in governors' state of the state addresses. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 21:06:15 GMT /policy-politics/republican-and-democratic-governors-both-are-touting-this-k-12-priority/2024/03 /teaching-learning/learning-loss-may-cost-students-billions-in-future-earnings-how-districts-are-responding/2024/03 The board that annually administers NAEP warns that recent research paints a "dire" picture of the future for America's children. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:41:30 GMT /teaching-learning/learning-loss-may-cost-students-billions-in-future-earnings-how-districts-are-responding/2024/03 /policy-politics/biden-calls-for-teacher-pay-raises-expanded-pre-k-in-state-of-the-union/2024/03 President Joe Biden highlighted a number of his education priorities in a high-stakes speech as he seeks a second term. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 04:19:01 GMT /policy-politics/biden-calls-for-teacher-pay-raises-expanded-pre-k-in-state-of-the-union/2024/03 /teaching-learning/states-are-making-work-based-learning-a-top-policy-priority/2024/02 Interest in career and technical education continues to grow in schools nationwide, new report shows. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:33:22 GMT /teaching-learning/states-are-making-work-based-learning-a-top-policy-priority/2024/02 /teaching-learning/this-district-wants-to-start-cte-in-elementary-school-in-a-new-twist-on-career-prep/2024/01 It's believed to be the nation's first gaming and robotics magnet school for elementary-age students. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 18:30:36 GMT /teaching-learning/this-district-wants-to-start-cte-in-elementary-school-in-a-new-twist-on-career-prep/2024/01 /teaching-learning/how-3-award-winning-teachers-prepare-students-for-life-after-graduation/2023/12 Education Week spoke with teachers about how they help students shape their plans for after high school. Tue, 26 Dec 2023 16:52:23 GMT /teaching-learning/how-3-award-winning-teachers-prepare-students-for-life-after-graduation/2023/12 /teaching-learning/gen-z-lacks-job-readiness-skills-survey-shows/2023/12 Prospective employers say Gen Z'ers aren't job ready. Here's what's behind it, and how to adapt. Wed, 20 Dec 2023 21:32:33 GMT /teaching-learning/gen-z-lacks-job-readiness-skills-survey-shows/2023/12 /technology/one-solution-to-maintaining-1-to-1-devices-pay-students-to-repair-them/2023/12 Hiring students to help with the repair process is one way school districts are ensuring the sustainability of their 1-to-1 programs. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:29:55 GMT /technology/one-solution-to-maintaining-1-to-1-devices-pay-students-to-repair-them/2023/12 /teaching-learning/stem-jobs-arent-students-first-choice-more-hands-on-experiences-could-help-experts-say/2023/12 Lack of exposure to STEM concepts may be contributing to the disconnect, according to the report. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:43:54 GMT /teaching-learning/stem-jobs-arent-students-first-choice-more-hands-on-experiences-could-help-experts-say/2023/12 /teaching-learning/beyond-the-carnegie-unit-schools-are-already-testing-ways-to-measure-durable-skills/2023/11 If you want students to learn to collaborate, organize, be creative, and communicate, you have to measure it. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:21:30 GMT /teaching-learning/beyond-the-carnegie-unit-schools-are-already-testing-ways-to-measure-durable-skills/2023/11 /sponsor/unlocking-edtech-potential-whats-stopping-your-students-from-engaging-with-your-learning-solutions-q ESSER funding solutions have poured into our school districts, but are we getting the desired results? The answer isn't always a resounding yes. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:57 GMT /sponsor/unlocking-edtech-potential-whats-stopping-your-students-from-engaging-with-your-learning-solutions-q /teaching-learning/parents-value-workforce-development-heres-how-to-get-their-support-for-cte/2023/11 The ways in which schools and policymakers talk about career and technical education influences parents' support for it. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 21:55:56 GMT /teaching-learning/parents-value-workforce-development-heres-how-to-get-their-support-for-cte/2023/11