September saw a return from summer break for many learners and educators. We hosted guest panelist, Dr. Alice Huguet, one of the principal researchers behind the RAND Corporation's Exploring Media Literacy Education as a Tool for Mitigating Truth Decay. Our discussion not only looked at Media Literacy Education (MLE) research and best practices, it also discussed how the PIAAC Literacy Framework can be used to support MLE in authentic contexts. While we only scratched the surface of MLE in this discussion, I hope that the summary will continue to keep MLE in your mind as you plan out your curriculum for the new academic year.
Moderator and member, David Rosen, also shared a post on an M.I.T. "Work of the Future" Task Force report. This report had several active members sharing thoughts about the the impact of technology on the future of economic equity and job security for low-skilled workers.
Best,
Mike Cruse
Career Pathways Moderator