How online learning can close the skills gap
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The document discusses the underemployment crisis, highlighting that only 46.4% of the workforce holds a 'good job' and 76% of underemployed college-educated workers feel their education is not utilized. It emphasizes the lack of graduates with the skills employers seek and the importance of online education in bridging the skills gap. The panel comprises experts in education and career counseling, aiming to provide insights and solutions for students and employers regarding online learning options.
How online learning can close the skills gap
- 1. Melissa Venable, PhD Mark Anthony Dyson Jessica Ayub, LPC Can Online Learning Can Close the Skills Gap?
- 3. Currently, only 46.4% of the population holds a “good job” Source: Gallup Gallup defines a good job as “30+ hours per week for an employer who provides a regular paycheck.”
- 4. 46% of all workers identify as underemployed 43% of college-educated workers identify as underemployed
- 5. of these workers say that the reason they are underemployed is because they are not using their education or training 76% Source: PayScale
- 6. Why?
- 8. Not enough workers graduate with the skills employers are looking for. Source: Washington Post
- 10. There is hope
- 11. The majority of students enrolled in online programs cite career-related motivation for continuing their education. Source: The Learning House
- 12. This panel will share data about new trends in online education and discuss how educators and employers can use online options to bridge the skills gap.
- 13. We will share examples of online learning options that work for employees and employers
- 14. We will share advice to help students make smarter educational choices and avoid mistakes that cost money and time.
- 15. Who Are We? Melissa Venable PhD in Instructional Technology Job and Career Transition Coach Online Adjunct Instructor, University of South Florida and Saint Leo University Mark Anthony Dyson Host, "The Voice of Job Seekers" podcast MA in Education/Specializing in Adult Education and Training Career consultant practitioner Jessica Ayub Licensed Professional Counselor Career Services Director MA in Counseling Psychology Global Career Development Facilitator