David McCool

The Power of Power Skills There’s been a lot of talk of soft skills in the higher ed space, but the term “power skills” could better convey how necessary these skills are.

Great example of intentionally incorporating power (or durable) skills into academic programs. Learners benefit when these skills are explicitly developed and built into assessment, and they gain the ability to speak to them to employers. #powerskills #durableskills evolllution.com/the-power-of...

Reimagining the role of higher education in a world of intersecting revolutions To remain relevant, universities must shift from reactive funding requests to proactive transformation, writes Rahim Somani

“By adopting a mindset akin to innovative and forward-thinking organisations, #universities can become centres of experimentation and learning, committed to addressing real-world challenges and enhancing community well-being.” #HigherEducation www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/reima...

Why we've embraced the term 'durable skills' - Education Design Lab Soft skills? 21st century skills? By rallying around the term "durable skills," we can finally put the debate over terminology to rest and shift our collective focus toward the task of helping all wor...

Thoughtful piece from Naomi Boyer on how to refer to our uniquely human skills - critical thinking, resilience, and creative problem-solving to name a few. #durableskills #skills eddesignlab.org/news-events/...

Hello all! I'm here looking to connect with others in the education space, especially people working on the transition to a skills-based economy. Also interested in current events, international affairs, and the Green Bay Packers!