How are you currently adapting your curriculum to meet the specific soft skill demands—such as adaptability and communication—requested by your regional employers? What does fostering soft skills look like in your classroom? How have your students gr...
The rise of the micro-credential path is challenging the traditional academic calendar, as short-form, specialized certifications become more attractive to both employers and students. Given the popularity of micro-credentialing, should community co...
As industries shift their hiring focus toward specific, demonstrable competencies rather than traditional credentials, the competitive advantage of the two-year degree is being called into question. How should technical colleges rebrand traditional ...
In 2026, nearly 71% of dual-enrollment programs are hosted by community colleges, creating a stackable pathway from high school straight into the workforce. However, as 18-year-olds graduate with both a diploma and a technical certification, the trad...
In his recent Inside Higher Ed column, Confessions of a Community College Dean: I Needed, Matt Reed breaks the administrative fourth wall. He argues that in our rush to be the "everything" for our students—food pantry, mental health clinic, career co...
Recent 2026 scholarship from New America suggests that while community college students are eager to use AI, they are increasingly prioritizing human skills (critical thinking, empathy, and collaboration) to stay competitive. In a world where AI can ...
AI can now generate a code fix or a plumbing diagnostic in seconds. If a student uses AI to solve a lab problem, they’ve perhaps achieved efficiency, but have they achieved the agency we want them to have?How Might We:How are you changing your lab as...
