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New Perspectives on Learner Employment Records Transform Education-to-Career Pathways A thought-provoking new article examines how Learner Employment Records (LERs) are revolutionizing the way skills and competencies are documented and shared between educational institutions and employers. Dr. Christi Harter explores how these digital tools create transparent, verifiable records that empower individuals to showcase their complete learning…

Eastern Washington University joins the Ithaka S+R National Holistic Credit Mobility Acceleration Cohort, working with regional partners to improve credit transfer pathways—learn more about this important initiative in the full article. Click for Article

Meet Christi Harter, who’s revolutionizing how we think about education and career pathways. In a world where 40 million Americans have college credits but no degree, discover how this small-town South Dakota native is reshaping education to work for everyone, not just those who fit the traditional mold. From her Peace Corps service in Ghana…

Student-Centricity is the Dealbreaker Delivering on the demands of the modern market requires a shift in perspective—one that’s been a long time coming: centering all aspects of education around learner outcome and ease. To support Continuing Education and Workforce Development in the coming years, modern non-credit units must prioritize learner-centricity within all areas of the…

Addressing Employer Barriers to Engaging with Institutions By UPCEA the Online & Professional Education Association Sponsored by Collegis Education Jan. 2024 Read the Full Article