All Episodes
Overcoming the Odds: The Unique Impact of Scholarships for Community College Students – SME Education Foundation & IO Scholarships
Technical and community college often face a different set of financial challenges than university students – and scholarships can be life-changing for them. In this episode, we learn about how scholarships are changing lives for students all over the country, and we explore how students can get access to scholarships through organizations like the SME Education Foundation and IO Scholarships.
View Episode PageA New Approach to Measure Student Success – Justin Wagner, Superintendent of Woodbine School District
The K-12 system in America does not serve all students equally. We need a new way to measure student success. Hear one superintendent’s story of building a new system of involved learning that moves at the speed of business. It’s no longer about seat time; it’s about real outcomes, engaged learning, student voice and choice, and incredibly positive results.
View Episode PageThe Digital Worker: Industrial Robots Powered by AI – Ariyan Kabir, Co-Founder & CEO of GrayMatter Robotics
AI-powered robots are today’s “digital worker.” Discover how artificial intelligence is totally changing automation, with Ariyan Kabir of GrayMatter Robotics.
View Episode PageMining 4.0: Unearthing New Applications of Engineering at this Top STEM School – Dr. Jim Rankin, President of South Dakota Mines
Mining 4.0 – where autonomous vehicles, smart sensors and IoT are revolutionizing the world of mining. Discover how SDSMT is preparing engineers of all disciplines to work in this high-tech world, and the unique applications of engineering in the world of mining.
View Episode PageHow Caliber’s Training Program Gives Technicians a Purposeful Career – Eddie Hightower, Senior Vice President of Caliber Collision
Caliber Collision’s Technician Apprenticeship Program gives individuals the training and mentorship they need to jumpstart a career in automotive collision repair. Hear how their model has found success in its first few years.
View Episode Page9 Predictions for Technical Education in 2024 – Matt Kirchner, Host of The TechEd Podcast
We’re back with our annual predictions episode! Discover what 2024 will hold for technical education – the latest economic and demographic trends, the top technologies and the biggest influences that will impact tech ed this year.
View Episode PageIndustry-Aligned Learning: How Colleges Can Respond to Workforce Needs – Dr. Lori Suddick, President of the College of Lake County
Discover 3 strategies the College of Lake County has used to align their programs with industry’s workforce needs. President Lori Suddick joins us for a great podcast conversation.
View Episode PageThe Role of Innovation in an Engineering Career – Alyssa Sanders, R&D Engineering at Baxter
Alyssa Sanders joins the podcast to discuss the role of innovation in R&E engineering, the value of diverse teams, and the limitless potential for engineers with transferrable skills to work in many industries throughout their career.
View Episode PageThe Top 7 New Technologies for Technical Education in 2024 – Live from ACTE’s CareerTech VISION
What are the most innovative, cutting-edge technologies coming to technical education classrooms in 2024? We’ve got the top 7 right here.
View Episode PageHow to Build a Thriving Tech Ecosystem – Kathy Henrich, CEO of the Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition
Milwaukee is a mid-size market with a booming tech ecosystem. Discover how innovation, culture and talent help grow a city’s tech landscape.
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