Upskill with Edtech

SkillRise

Upskill with Edtech explores how digital tools can be used to accelerate innovation in teaching and learning to support career advancement and lifelong learning for workers and job-seekers. Search for "Upskill with Edtech" on Apple Podcasts and on the Google Play store.

  1. 07/12/2022

    Digital Skills for the Future of Work: Mindful Colleague

    In our third season, we will explore the new Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a framework that defines the digital skills needed for success in the future of work. Released in late 2020, the Profile includes five Features that unpack the intersection of digital and lifelong learning skills. Nested under each Feature are three Practices - habits that adult learners, job seekers, and workers should develop to thrive at work, in school, and in community life.  Our hope is that the research-backed Profile will help job seekers, workers, and job coaches build new skills that effectively prepare today’s workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Check out skillrise.org/profile to explore the framework and learn about the methodology for how it was developed.  In this episode, we explore the fifth of five Profile Features: Mindful Colleague. Joining us for the conversation are two of our SkillRise advisors:  Anson Green, Senior Manager, Economic Opportunity, Tyson FoodsAlexandra (Alex) Foster, Vice President of People Experience, KellyIn this episode, we talk about: The multiplying effect of collaborative learning at workHow technology can enhance teams’ ability to learn and collaborateThe role of digital tools in supporting more equitable access to learning and advancement opportunitiesHow leaders can use technology to empower staff with new responsibilities and growth experiencesThe mindsets that lead to effective adoption and use of technologyNotes from Episode 5 ISTE’s SkillRise InitiativeAbout the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)The Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a research-backed framework that defines the digital skills needed to thrive in the future of work. The Profile Micro-learning Experience, a 10-minute mobile-friendly interactive that introduces the Profile and how its Features come to life at school, at work, and in community life. Guests on this episodeAnson Green, Senior Manager, Economic OpportunityTyson FoodsOn LinkedInAlexandra (Alex) Foster, Vice President of People ExperienceKellyOn LinkedInMercer’s 2019/2020 US compensation planning survey

    36 min
  2. 07/05/2022

    Digital Skills for the Future of Work: Solution Seeker

    In our third season, we will explore the new Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a framework that defines the digital skills needed for success in the future of work. Released in late 2020, the Profile includes five Features that unpack the intersection of digital and lifelong learning skills. Nested under each Feature are three Practices - habits that adult learners, job seekers, and workers should develop to thrive at work, in school, and in community life.  Our hope is that the research-backed Profile will help job seekers, workers, and job coaches build new skills that effectively prepare today’s workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Check out skillrise.org/profile to explore the framework and learn about the methodology for how it was developed.  In this episode, we explore the fourth of five Profile Features: Solution Seeker. Joining us for the conversation are two of our SkillRise advisors:  Tacy Trowbridge, Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & Advocacy for AdobeKelly Middleton, Manager, Program Implementation for the National Association of Workforce BoardsIn this episode, we talk about: What can help teams find success in the digital ageHow to build meaningful online communitiesThe power of video in helping us do important workHow to lead in uncertain times and approach complex problemsThe importance of creating opportunities for learning at workHow to structure more meaningful feedback sessionsNotes from Episode 4 ISTE’s SkillRise InitiativeAbout the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)The Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a research-backed framework that defines the digital skills needed to thrive in the future of work. The Profile Micro-learning Experience, a 10-minute mobile-friendly interactive that introduces the Profile and how its Features come to life at school, at work, and in community life. Guests on this episodeTacy Trowbridge, Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & AdvocacyAdobeOn LinkedInOn TwitterKelly Middleton, Manager, Program ImplementationNational Association of Workforce BoardsOn LinkedInHosted by Brandon Olszewski, Director of ResearchInternational Society for Technology in EducationOn LinkedInOn Twitter

    31 min
  3. 06/28/2022

    Digital Skills for the Future of Work: Digital Citizen

    In our third season, we will explore the new Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a framework that defines the digital skills needed for success in the future of work. Released in late 2020, the Profile includes five Features that unpack the intersection of digital and lifelong learning skills. Nested under each Feature are three Practices - habits that adult learners, job seekers, and workers should develop to thrive at work, in school, and in community life.  Our hope is that the research-backed Profile will help job seekers, workers, and job coaches build new skills that effectively prepare today’s workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Check out skillrise.org/profile to explore the framework and learn about the methodology for how it was developed.  In this episode, we explore the third of five Profile Features: Digital Citizen. Joining us for the conversation are two of our SkillRise advisors:  Richard Culatta, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)Kate Ash, Consulting Director for the Workforce Innovation Network at National Governors AssociationIn this episode, we talk about: The importance of digital citizenship in the modern worldWhy digital citizenship needs to be more than just online safetyHow states and governors have used the pandemic to assess and evolve communication and delivery systemsThe benefit of using standards frameworks to align language and simplify conversations across systemsHow human-centered design can support more accessible and equitable outcomesNotes from Episode 3 ISTE’s SkillRise InitiativeAbout the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)The Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a research-backed framework that defines the digital skills needed to thrive in the future of work. The Profile Micro-learning Experience, a 10-minute mobile-friendly interactive that introduces the Profile and how its Features come to life at school, at work, and in community life. Guests on this episodeRichard Culatta, Chief Executive OfficerInternational Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)On LinkedInOn TwitterKate Ash Consulting DirectorWorkforce Innovation Network at National Governors AssociationOn LinkedInOn TwitterHosted by Brandon Olszewski, Director of ResearchInternational Society for Technology in EducationOn LinkedInOn TwitterNGA’s State Guide for Preparing the Future Workforce NowHarvard’s Implicit Bias TestLessons Learned In Workforce Innovation: How Ten Governors Are Redesigning Workforce Systems For Better Employment Outcomes

    34 min
  4. 06/21/2022

    Digital Skills for the Future of Work: Empowered Worker

    In our third season, we will explore the new Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a framework that defines the digital skills needed for success in the future of work. Released in late 2020, the Profile includes five Features that unpack the intersection of digital and lifelong learning skills. Nested under each Feature are three Practices - habits that adult learners, job seekers, and workers should develop to thrive at work, in school, and in community life.  Our hope is that the research-backed Profile will help job seekers, workers, and job coaches build new skills that effectively prepare today’s workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Check out skillrise.org/profile to explore the framework and learn about the methodology for how it was developed.  In this episode, we explore the second of five Profile Features: Empowered Worker. Joining us for the conversation are three of our SkillRise advisors:  Jen Vanek, Director of Digital Learning and Research at the Edtech Center @ World EducationSharon Leu, Executive in Residence at JFFLabsIn this episode, we talk about: How technology can improve career exploration for job seekersThe role of learning employment records (LERs) and digital wallets in a skills-based hiring and advancement ecosystemHow employers can be thinking about the role of upskilling as a job benefit and retention strategyThe importance of connecting upskilling programs to meaningful advancement opportunities and what role managers can play in supporting those connectionsThe benefits of using social media to promote your work and connect with others that have shared interestsNotes from Episode 2 ISTE’s SkillRise InitiativeAbout the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)The Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a research-backed framework that defines the digital skills needed to thrive in the future of work. The Profile Micro-learning Experience, a 10-minute mobile-friendly interactive that introduces the Profile and how its Features come to life at school, at work, and in community life. Guests on this episodeJen Vanek, Director of Digital Learning and Research Edtech Center @ World EducationOn LinkedIn: @jvanekOn Twitter: @VanekJenSharon Leu, Executive in ResidenceJFFLabsOn LinkedIn: @sharonleuOn Twitter: @thesharonleuHosted by Brandon Olszewski, Director of ResearchInternational Society for Technology in EducationOn LinkedInOn TwitterJFF Market Scan on Digital WalletsJFF Career Navigation Technology 2020 Report21 CLEO Research Project from World Education

    36 min
  5. 06/14/2022

    Digital Skills for the Future of Work: Lifelong Learner

    In our third season, we will explore the new Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a framework that defines the digital skills needed for success in the future of work. Released in late 2020, the Profile includes five Features that unpack the intersection of digital and lifelong learning skills. Nested under each Feature are three Practices - habits that adult learners, job seekers, and workers should develop to thrive at work, in school, and in community life.  Our hope is that the research-backed Profile will help job seekers, workers, and job coaches build new skills that effectively prepare today’s workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Check out skillrise.org/profile to explore the framework and learn about the methodology for how it was developed.  In our first episode, we explore the first of five Profile Features: Lifelong Learner. Joining us for the conversation are three of our SkillRise advisors:  Jaime Fall, Director of Upskill America at the Aspen InstituteDeb Everhart, Chief Strategy Officer at Credential EngineOrlando Cazarez, Senior Program Manager at the Center for the Future of ArizonaIn this episode, we talk about: The importance of lifelong learning. Why employers are adding educational benefits to their compensation packagesHow job seekers can be thinking about upskilling, lifelong learning, and how to navigate the new world of work.How credentials and learner employment records can support lifelong learning and skills-based hiring systems.Notes from Episode 1 ISTE’s SkillRise InitiativeAbout the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)The Profile of a Lifelong Learner, a research-backed framework that defines the digital skills needed to thrive in the future of work. The Profile Micro-learning Experience, a 10-minute mobile-friendly interactive that introduces the Profile and how its Features come to life at school, at work, and in community life. Guests on this episode:Deb Everhart, Chief Strategy OfficerCredential EngineOn LinkedIn: @deboraheverhartOn Twitter: @ariadne4444Orlando Cazarez, Senior Program Manager RetaiWorks AZ InitiativeCenter for the Future of ArizonaOn LinkedIn: @azorlandoOn Twitter: @OCAZAREZJaime Fall, DirectorUpskill AmericaThe Aspen InstituteOn LinkedIn: @jaimefallOn Twitter: @Jaimen8rHosted by Brandon Olszewski, Director of ResearchInternational Society for Technology in EducationOn LinkedInOn Twitter

    29 min
  6. 06/25/2020

    Exploring the Future of Work and Learning with ISTE CEO Richard Culatta

    On today’s episode of Upskill With Edtech Brandon sits down with Richard Culatta, Chief Executive Officer of ISTE to discuss how the SkillRise initiative fits into ISTE’s larger vision and how trends in work and learning continue to inform and inspire one another. Richard’s decorated experience enables him to speak knowledgeably on policy, international trends, edtech and equity.  The podcast also dives into the ways in which the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the learning landscape to place more emphasis on many of the traits that drive SkillRise: lifelong learning, learner agency, edtech, equity and ensuring that learning is directly applicable to day-to-day life. The Upskill With Edtech podcast series is produced by Getting Smart as part of ISTE’s SkillRise initiative. Our editor and music man is Trevor Stout. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen. For additional valuable ideas about edtech, adult learning, and upskilling, check out SkillRise.org, where you can download the SkillRise framework and find other great resources. You can also keep up to date by following our Twitter feed @SkillRiseOrg or you can join the conversation in our Workforce EdTech LinkedIn Group. Thanks for tuning in!  Notes:  2:45 Richard discusses the role of SkillRise in the larger ISTE vision.4:40 Richard speaks to ISTE’s commitment to equity and access and how that is informed, strengthened and challenged by the current cultural moment. 7:00 Richard goes deeper on the ways in which tech can (and should) increase access.9:16 Richard talks about the opportunity of the pandemic, an opportunity to reimagine and fix things that need changing — but it will not be easy. 11:00 Richard talks about reboarding when returning from COVID-19 and how these conversations need to include featuring new voices, address inequities and more.12:32 Richard discusses how his work and things he has observed in K12 have helped see a way forward for the workforce, and vice versa. 14:30 Richard points out how K12 could learn from the workforce by making sure that roles and learnings are practical and applicable. 16:00 Richard discusses trends in policy and the growth of the widening variety of “learning sources” and how this impacts K12, higher ed and the workforce.17:30 Richard discusses how the learning model must (and is) shifting to better merge the experience of school and work, beginning with shifting the mindset towards that of lifelong learning.20:17 Richard points out the obstacles and barriers to entry that leaders will have to overcome to actualize ongoing learning. This begins with the importance of including different perspectives. - 22:55 Richard reflects on one of the shortcomings of adult learning.

    25 min

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Upskill with Edtech explores how digital tools can be used to accelerate innovation in teaching and learning to support career advancement and lifelong learning for workers and job-seekers. Search for "Upskill with Edtech" on Apple Podcasts and on the Google Play store.