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This month we continued our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series with Claribel Gallegos, who realized that she needed to make a career change to achieve greater fulfillment and stability. Despite doubting whether she could make time for a certification course, Claribel was determined to prioritize learning. She valued ed2go | Education To Go’s self-paced nature and flexibility, allowing her to fit learning into her schedule while she continued working full-time. Read the blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g2YSG8pi Thanks for following along, be sure to tune back in on 9/12, when we will introduce our next student story. #educationempowers #careeradvancement #onlinelearning

According to our new 2024 Employability Report, 70% of graduates believe basic generative AI training needs to be integrated into their courses, while 55% said their degree programs did not adequately prepare them to use new technology tools in the workforce. “The rapid adoption of GenAI in the workplace presents both a challenge and an opportunity,” our CEO Michael Hansen said. “The data supports the growing need for institutions to integrate GenAI training and professional skills development. Learn more about our survey findings in this Forbes piece: https://lnkd.in/eJ3fYrZV #GenAI #Graduates #SkillsDevelopment

Our 4th annual Employability Report, released today, highlights a significant shift in perception as 73% of graduates now believe their education provides good value for their investment, a notable increase from 52% in 2023. Our CEO, Michael Hansen, shared, “The increased satisfaction among graduates and their improved perception of education’s value are encouraging signs that educators are listening and responding to the needs of both students and employers. As we continue to bridge the gap between education and employment, we’re not just preparing students for jobs – we are empowering them to build successful, adaptable careers in an ever-changing market.” To learn more about the report's key findings, including the growing focus on workplace skills and the impact of GenAI on career readiness, check out our press release: https://lnkd.in/eCxepYKS #AI #skills #highered

Our Ethos Award is an annual culture recognition that celebrates exceptional people with exceptional rewards. “The goal of this award is to drive a high-performance culture tied directly to our Ethos”, explains Andrew Theado, who manages the program. “Throughout the year, eligible employees nominate a colleague or group of colleagues for the award. Each month, a cross-functional selection committee reviews the nominations and names one Ethos Award Winner, as well as two runners-up. At the end of each fiscal year an overall winner is named and receives a company spotlight as well as a monetary reward.” This year, more than 550 Cengage Group employees voted and determined that Steve R., Maintenance Mechanic Electrician, deserved the title, ‘2024 Ethos Award Winner.’ Join us in congratulating him! Read our blog to learn more about the award and hear insights from Steve and Sonny Adkins, Senior Director of Distribution, who nominated Steve for this award: https://lnkd.in/eYUQdeEr #companyculture #employeeexperience #employeeappreciation

Last week, we introduced Claribel Gallegos, as part of our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series. After feeling unfulfilled in her career working at a fast-food restaurant, she decided to pursue further education and make a change in her life. Watch part 2 of Claribel’s story and learn how having an ed2go | Education To Go certification on her resume helped her through the interview process and land a more fulfilling and lucrative job working in a phlebotomy laboratory. Tune back in on 7/25 for the third and final part of Claribel’s story. #educationempowers #professionaldevelopment #promotion

Transformational learning can be the path forward for bridging skills gaps in the cybersecurity workforce. Bret Fund, the SVP of our company Infosec, shared his insights on implementing these strategies in this piece for Forbes. "Decisive action is required to bring up a new generation of career-ready cyber professionals armed with the skills to safeguard networks, information, and devices. I believe our digital future depends on it," said Fund. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/euQENzk8 #SkillsGaps #Cybersecurity #TransformationalLearning

Last week, we kicked off our 5th annual Virtual Iron Chef Competition, where “cheftestants” compete head-to-head in a bracket-style tournament. The first round was sponsored by Mosaic, our employee resource group for BIPOC employees and allies, where the “cheftestants” were challenged with making an assigned recipe from the “Mosaic ERG Comfort Food Recipe Book.” Recipes included cheesy shrimp and grits, Jamaican chicken soup, grilled chicken shawarma and more. Those who participated in the voting process emphasized presentation skills, creativity and execution. Congratulations to those moving onto the next round: Stuart Webster, Sarah Dawn Washkoviak, MLIS, Michelle Bammann, Michelle Ritchie, Jarmila S., Mitch Frank, Natalie Hamlin and Heather Wiegand. It’s great to see all the anticipation and excitement around this annual event from the “cheftestants”, voters and those following along on social our media. #employeeexperience #employeeengagement #workplaceculture

With a majority of our workforce embracing hybrid or remote work arrangements, we recently held a photoshoot to better reflect this shift in our ways of working on our website and in other brand imagery. These images, which spotlight Cengage employees, represent the various settings in which we operate, whether it be work-from-home or in-office collaborations. While our employees may have different work environments, schedules and locations, we are united by a shared purpose – to make a positive impact in the lives of millions of learners. Check out some of the new photos below and get a behind the scenes look at featured employees, Necko Fanning, Emily Featherston, Abbey Kannegieser and Shirelle Phelps. #employeeexperience #remotework #workplaceculture

This month, we are excited to continue our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series, which highlights stories from students and educators, with Claribel Gallegos. After feeling unappreciated and unfulfilled in her role, Claribel made the decision to pursue further education with ed2go. Watch the video to discover how education transformed Claribel's life, providing her with a stable career and a sense of fulfillment. Tune back in on 7/18 and 7/25 for more insights into Claribel's education journey. #educationempowers #adulteducation #careerdevelopment

AI tools are transforming access to advanced technology in education. Our CDO Darren Person wrote for Forbes about the impact of AI on the learning landscape and how these technologies can better equip the next generation of students. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g-aF2UEG #AI #EdTech #FutureOfLearning