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We aren't learning on the job, are micro-credentials the answer?

We aren't learning on the job, are micro-credentials the answer?

FromThis Working Life


We aren't learning on the job, are micro-credentials the answer?

FromThis Working Life

ratings:
Length:
30 minutes
Released:
May 3, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Even though the majority of workers are concerned that they don't have the skills required for the future, a recent national survey has revealed that more than half of Australian workers spend less than an hour a week on any form of learning. We weigh up the value of university degrees versus micro-credentials and hear how life-long learning can keep you in the game.We also crystal ball gaze to understand what work and learning might look like for our newest generation - Generation Alpha. GUESTS:Dr Sean Gallagher - director of the Centre for the New Workforce at Swinburne University.Sean’s report is Peak Human Workplace.Professor Liz Johnson - Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education at Deakin UniversityMark McCrindle, social analyst and futurist.  Mark’s book is Understanding Generation Alpha.PRODUCER: Maria Tickle
Released:
May 3, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Lisa Leong helps you navigate your way through the tough times, looking for the sunshine and the humanity in the world of work. From the quirky to the somewhat controversial, experts in the world of work and business share their ideas, experiments and fast fails, that you can apply to your own career. We’re cheaper than therapy and more fun than LinkedIn, think of us as your digital water cooler.