Education Technology · Topic
Digital Skills Development
10 articles from Education Technology practitioners
Career-Connected Continuing Ed: How Upright Education Helps Colleges Upskill Adult Learners in Digital Skills
Higher education is undergoing a quiet shift. While undergraduate enrollments remain in long-term decline, continuing education has emerged as one of the sector’s fastest-growing segments, expanding at more than 11% annually. At the same time, rapid advances in AI, data, and cybersecurity are reshaping nearly every job category, forcing institutions to rethink how quickly…
SkillsWave Makes Workforce Upskilling Accessible for Every Business – Episode 2 with Tech Titan John Baker
Digital learning is undergoing a major shift. As businesses look to retain talent and equip employees for evolving roles, the demand for workforce upskilling is rising fast. A 2023 McKinsey Global Institute survey found that 87% of companies worldwide are either experiencing skill gaps or expect to within five years, posing risks to productivity…
Reboot Business Education: Make Lifelong Learning the Default
Business schools must shift from credential factories to continuous learning ecosystems as AI and digital transformation accelerate workforce demands

DisruptED in the D: Educational Outtakes with Jason Aubrey and Dr. Sasha Thackaberry-Voinovich (Ep. 1)
Two education leaders examine how rising tuition and skills gaps are forcing institutions to rethink the traditional degree model
Transforming Education: Connected Education Kits for Rural Markets
Affordable digital learning infrastructure is breaking down barriers for students in regions where connectivity and resources have historically been scarce
From Fields to Data Centers: Applied Digital’s Training Program Transforms Farmers into Data Center Operators
Agricultural workers gain new career paths as companies build AI infrastructure on rural land
Is the Traditional College Degree Obsolete? Digital Credentials are Emerging as Key to Bridging the Skills Gap
Employers seeking proven competencies are turning away from degree requirements in favor of stackable digital credentials that verify real-world skills
Empowering Young Minds: Building Digital Literacy and Critical Thinking for a Safe Online Future
Teaching young people to question what they see online is becoming essential as technology reshapes childhood development
AI and Technology Revolutionize Workforce Dynamics, Demand New Skill Sets
Workers must embrace continuous learning to stay relevant as AI reshapes job requirements faster than ever before
The Future of Upskilling in a Disrupted Workplace – Part 1 of 2
As technology reshapes job markets faster than ever, organizations face mounting pressure to prepare workforces for roles that don't yet exist