ED Surge – Sheri Handel
“Each spring, May 1st signals “decision day,” the final date by which kids all over the country must lay down deposits to the college of their choice. But as the debate grows over the value of a four-year degree, how long will this tradition continue? The signs are not good. Over half of college graduates questioned in a recent survey say that those just graduating with a degree now will see a lower return on their investment than students 10 to 15 years ago. In April, the Department of Labor reported that the unemployment rate for people graduating from college in 2014 was 12.4%. Many blame the economy; others point to the disconnect between what educational institutions provide and what employers expect. On April 28, the NY EdTech Meetup hosted “Rushing to Fill the Skills Gap” to discuss issues ranging from the challenges of adequately filling entry-level jobs in different industries to helping employees “level up” during different stages of their careers.”(more)