Jennifer is a freelance writer for Open Colleges. She earned a Ph.D. in chemistry at Imperial College and now travels and works location independently. Her interests lie in travel, personal growth and development, and the future of work. You can follower her @nomadgirls or at http://digitalnomadgirls.com
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Creativity in schools is a hot topic all over the world. With the job landscape constantly evolving, our children need to be prepared for a future that we simply can’t predict. Therefore, creative problem solving is possibly the most important skill we can teach students. Sir Ken Robinson, whose aptly named 2006 TED Talk ‘Do… Read More
Chatbots are the latest rage in the tech world and can be found in every industry, from travel to ecommerce. Bill Gates thinks chatbots are the future of education and he might be onto something. But what are chatbots and why is everybody talking about them? A chatbot is software that allows users to communicate… Read More
Despite more women studying STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths), when it comes to jobs in these fields, the gender gap remains wide. There are various reasons for this gap: Girls are often less encouraged to go into STEM fields; jobs in this industry tend not to be very flexible and are therefore perceived… Read More
While the world changes at an unprecedented pace, education systems in most countries remain decades old, with today’s schools closely resembling those attended by our parents and grandparents. The changing job landscape, automation, and technology mean that students need to be prepared for jobs that might not yet exist, but most schools are struggling to… Read More
The skills gap—the difference between what students are taught in school and college and what employers are actually looking for when hiring recent graduates—is constantly growing. The National Federation of Independent Business found that 45 percent of small businesses in the U.S. were unable to find qualified applicants to fill job openings as of the… Read More
It’s safe to say that personal development books have a bit of a bad reputation. What comes to mind are diet books that promise you’ll lose 25 pounds in 2 weeks without having to exercise. Or perhaps spiritual or relationship books that’ll help you find love in 17 easy steps. Sure, there are books like… Read More
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