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Beyond College or Career: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Post-Secondary Pathways

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Grand Hyatt - Texas Ballroom A

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Session description

Beyond diplomas: Explore the implications of valuing vocational paths alongside college degrees in an evolving workforce. Join the debate on how shifting educational priorities could impact future generations and society as a whole.

Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)
- Welcome, introductions, and overview of the session's objectives.

Interactive activity (10 minutes)
- Speaker shares experiences and perspectives on post-secondary pathways
- Speaker asks 2-3 volunteers to describe what THEY hope to get from the session.
- Attendees are asked to submit any related topics they feel should be up for debate. Speaker provides guidelines

Challenging the Narrative (15 minutes)
- Presentation of research and data on the evolving landscape of education and the workforce.

Debate and Dialogue (25 minutes)
- Structured debate: Exploring the potential benefits and challenges of shifting educational priorities.
- Open forum discussion: Addressing questions and concerns, sharing insights and best practices.

Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Summary of key takeaways and action steps.

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Supporting research

This session draws inspiration from diverse perspectives on education and social mobility. Sociologists like Randall Collins challenge us to critically examine how educational systems can perpetuate inequalities, while the forward-thinking theories of Kevin Carey encourage us to reimagine the future of learning and explore innovative models that cater to evolving needs. Martha Nussbaum, on the other hand, champions the transformative power of a broad, liberal arts education in fostering critical thinking and engaged citizenship. Finally, successful career and technical education initiatives in countries like Australia highlight the potential of diverse post-secondary pathways in creating a skilled and adaptable workforce. By engaging with these varied perspectives, we aim to foster a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape, empowering students to become informed, critically engaged citizens prepared to navigate the complexities of the modern world and contribute to a thriving society.

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Presenters

Scott Brewster

Co-Founder and Chief Partnership Officer

Hats & Ladders

Session specifications

Topic:

CTE, College and Career Readiness

TLP:

Yes

Grade level:

6-12

Audience:

Counselor, District Level Leadership, School Level Leadership

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

Subject area:

Vocational

TLPs:

Ensure Equity, Elevate Reflection

Disclosure:

The submitter of this session has been supported by a company whose product is being included in the session

Influencer Disclosure:

This session includes a presenter that indicated a “material connection” to a brand that includes a personal, family or employment relationship, or a financial relationship. See individual speaker menu for disclosure information.