Cengage Group

Today, Cengage Work released the second edition of its Learner Outcomes Report, which found 90% of learners enrolled in a Cengage Work course completed it, far above the industry averages of 50-70%. Further analysis highlighted that programs offering career-aligned course work, flexible course delivery, technology tools and educational support achieved the highest completion rates. Rya Conrad-Bradshaw, SVP, Cengage Work and General Manager, ed2go | Education To Go and Ready to Hire, emphasized that the high course completion rates in this year’s report demonstrate Cengage Work’s unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and learner success. Discover additional insights from Rya and uncover more key takeaways in today’s press release: https://lnkd.in/e7C6Xv-P #professionaldevelopment #skillstraining #edtech

Hiring for IT is difficult, but tech leaders often put their organizations at a disadvantage when seeking solid talent. "Many CIOs continue to require college degrees, multiple certifications, and numerous years of experience," says Keatron Evans, VP of portfolio and product strategy, at our brand Infosec, "CIOs should start hiring more based on skills.” Learn how to avoid these hiring mistakes in this CIO Online piece: https://lnkd.in/gVFewaqx #Hiring #IT #Skills

Our Institutional team hosted Cengage’s fourth Limitless Learning Summit (LLS) last week in Newport, Rhode Island. The LLS is an opportunity to collaborate with educators, institutional decision-makers and thought leaders to elevate topics that are driving institutional strategy and nurture conversations about how to take these ideas back to each school. ◼ Keynote speaker Dr. Jeff Borden, Dean of Gonzaga University led the group through a workshop on academic innovation. ◼ Lee Lambert, Chancellor of Foothill-De Anza Community College District gave attendees new insights on Artificial Intelligence’s evolving role in higher education. ◼ Emily Ravenscroft-Stuckenbruck, Ryan Tipton and Margaret McMenamin gave master classes on topics important to higher education leaders. ◼ Carlo Salerno from The Burning Glass Institute gave administrators tools they can use to access and analyze the data they need to make informed, data-driven decisions for their organizations. Special thanks to all of our master class presenters, and to the fantastic group of attendees who helped make LLS a resounding success. One attendee said, “It was a transformative experience and the leadership development opportunity I have been seeking. The conference was informative and inspiring, and I learned so much from the various sessions and speakers. The networking opportunities provided were invaluable, and I was able to connect with like-minded individuals who share my passion for continuous learning and growth. I am grateful for the chance to attend such a prestigious event.” #edtech #continuouslearning #professionaldevelopment

Last week, our Research team released the 2024 Faces of Faculty report which revealed that 82% of educators remain satisfied in their roles despite combating issues around plagiarism and cheating as AI enters the classroom. Discover key takeaways from Edwin Robles, SVP and General Manager of US Higher Ed and Canada, in the post below and read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/e2Q8F7W6 #highered #edtech #genAI

This month we continued our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series with Jayshree Harangee, who utilized Cengage to enhance her digital literacy skills and achieve career goals that once seemed unattainable. Jayshree was so inspired by the power of education, that she decided to make it her life’s work. Watch the video to learn about her role at the University of Pretoria, where she utilizes Cengage materials to enhance the digital literacy skills of her first-year students, representing a true full circle moment! Read the blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYU8DXUM Thanks for following along, be sure to tune back in on 11/7, when we will introduce our next student story. #educationempowers #lifelonglearner #careerjourney

In today's evolving manufacturing landscape, it's crucial to evaluate whether students are being adequately prepared to enter the workforce and whether the curriculum aligns with employer's needs. Our SVP Rya Conrad-Bradshaw sat down with ASSEMBLY Magazine to share the learnings from our 2024 Employability Report and how to understand the expectations of both employers and students. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dZ7m7zu #Manufacturing #LaborShortage #Employers

Members of our National Geographic Learning School team recently attended the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics - NCTM conference in Chicago. This annual event serves as a global platform for thousands of mathematics educators to collaborate, network, learn, and inspire one another. During the conference, our authors from NGL School and from our core math partner, Big Ideas Learning, forged valuable valuable connections at our booth while showcasing our Math & YOU, Financial Algebra, AP Precalculus and AP Calculus content, which will support upcoming new launches. Additionally, the impactful presentations by all our math authors garnered significant attention, packing rooms with participants. Mark Hoffman, our Senior Product Marketing Manager, shared his enthusiasm, stating, "It's truly encouraging to witness our growing reputation as a leader in these courses." We invite you to explore some snapshots from the event below! #NCTMCHI24 #mathematics #education

Earlier this month, a group of employees participated in the annual Buddy Walk organized by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati. The purpose of this gathering was to show support for Logan Kemp, Materials Processor and a valued member of our Work Order area at the distribution center in Kentucky. Logan’s colleagues joined his team called "Logan's Heroes," walked alongside him. Their collective efforts helped raise much needed funds to provide programs, support, resources, outreach and advocacy to the local community. #companyculture #inclusionanddiversity #disabilityawareness

Last week, we introduced Jayshree Harangee, as part of our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series. She shared how increasing her education empowered her to set more ambitious career goals. Watch part 2 of Jayshree’s story and learn how Cengage materials helped her enhance her digital literacy skills and prepare for the demands of the modern workforce. Tune back in on 10/3 for the third and final part of Jayshree’s story.

Many Americans are ready to tear the "paper ceiling," an invisible barrier filtering out qualified job applicants solely based on their degree. While obtaining a degree still holds value, it's time employers embrace additional learning paths, such as certifications, apprenticeships, and technical training. Our CEO Michael Hansen shared his thoughts on how to remove the degree stigma and foster changes in employers' hiring practices in this Fortune piece: https://lnkd.in/eqcuPFgM #HigherEd #SkillsBasedEducation #Employment