FUTURE-PROOFING the current crop of Filipino students is one major step to make them competitive in the digital economy dominated by artificial intelligence (AI). Moreover, by 2030, 30 percent of jobs in the Philippines will either be eased or displaced by AI. As such, micro credentials are arguably some of the best methods to empower the students in the digital economy currently being dominated by the said technology. Chair and CEO OF iPeople Inc. Dr. Reynaldo Vea said the government recognizes the importance of propagating micro credentials, as it provides more learning tools to students. These short-term learning courses aim to develop learners into being more productive and competent in current technologies like AI.
Friday, April 4, 2025
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Personal Perspectives on Combining Traditional Degrees With Digital Credentials - Kelly Hoyland, Inside Higher Ed
These experiences from Nona, Laura and Chelsea underscore the profound impact of digital credentials in bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application, offering tangible benefits from enhanced communication to accelerated career advancement. Bringing in the voices of learners and other stakeholders is one of the Six Steps for a Successful Credential Program, released by 1EdTech after a case study review. We are now beyond theoretical discussions and can engage directly with students and professionals, like those featured on the panel, in a way that truly serves the needs of today’s evolving workforce.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Town offers internships for college students - Mid-Island Times
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the return of internship opportunities for college students who are looking to gain meaningful work experience. The Town will offer an internship program for the 2025 summer season. “Internships give students an advantage over other job seekers when it comes to work readiness, and I am proud that the Town will once again provide that opportunity for our residents,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “This internship program provides an invaluable opportunity for students to receive mentorship and supervision from experienced government professionals.” This program compensates students at a competitive rate of $18 an hour, and students will work 19.5 hours per week.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Internship Competition Is Fierce. Here’s How Colleges Can Help Students Win Them - Christine Y. Cruzvergara, Forbes
Internships rank among the high-impact practices that provide immediate benefits to participants. Not only do internships allow students to explore industries, companies and roles that equip them to make more informed career decisions, they improve the likelihood that college graduates will find jobs that make use of their degrees. Despite rising interest in internships, new data reveals that only about half of recent college graduates said they had an internship while in school, while 12% of current students don’t expect to participate in an internship before they graduate. It’s not for lack of interest. Students say packed schedules, overwhelming course loads, a lack of opportunity, financial constraints and even location can make it difficult to secure an internship.
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