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College Enrollment is Dropping: Here Are a Few Observations I’ve Made Talking to Recent High School Graduates

The CoolCatTeacher

And with the number of high school graduates projected to decrease from 2027 through 2037, college enrollment challenges have just begun. For higher education , these sober statistics are acute signals of a decade-long enrollment decline of 13 percent. Source: The enrollment changes colleges are feeling are much more than COVID-19.

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If Smart Glasses Are Coming, What Will That Mean for Classrooms?

Edsurge

The Orion glasses that Zuckerberg previewed last week are not ready for prime time — in fact the Meta CEO said they won’t be released to the general public until 2027. Cheating Glasses? EdSurge receives philanthropic support from the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative, which is co-owned by Meta’s CEO.

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K–12 Teachers Use Virtual and Augmented Reality Platforms to Teach Coding

EdTech Magazine

Since 1990, jobs in science, technology, engineering and math have grown by 79 percent , and are expected to grow an additional 13 percent by 2027 , according to a 2018 Pew Research Center survey. . Coding skills are in high demand and will soon become a necessary skill for nearly all industries.

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How virtual schools will lead the ‘next normal’

eSchool News

billion by 2027 , growing at a CAGR of 18 percent from 2020 to 2027. What do virtual schools have to offer in our “next normal,” outside of helping everyone avoid exposure to COVID-19? Wall Street approves, industry sees cash infusion from investors. The global edtech market is expected to reach $285.2 billion in 2019.

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3 ways STEM learning speaks to the future of work

eSchool News

In fact, between 2017 and 2027, the number of STEM jobs will grow 13 percent. To succeed in college and the workplace, students require a solid foundation in STEM learning. Experience in these subjects does not only benefit aspiring scientists and engineers–it’s essential for all students.

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3 ways STEM learning supports the future of work

eSchool News

In fact, between 2017 and 2027, the number of STEM jobs will grow 13 percent. To succeed in college and the workplace, students require a solid foundation in STEM learning. Experience in these subjects does not only benefit aspiring scientists and engineers–it’s essential for all students.

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Many Lack Access to Quality Early Education. Home Visiting Programs Are Bringing it to More Families.

Edsurge

The federal investment in the MIECHV program is set to double from $400 million to $800 million annually, by 2027. “If more resources exist, more families can be served.” Fortunately, he says, reinforcements are on the way.