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Looking to stand out in a competitive job market? A double major might help. According to our 2025 Employability Report, nearly half of college students don’t feel qualified to apply for jobs in their field. To stand out, some students are turning to a second major to broaden their skill sets and boost career confidence. Colleges have an opportunity to help students align academic choices with workforce needs and ensure their degrees translate into meaningful careers. Read more in the latest article from The Hechinger Report: https://bit.ly/4p42gWs #FutureofWork #SkillsGap #Employability

This month, we continued our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series by highlighting Sherman Dean, who made a bold career change with the support of Ready to Hire. Watch the final part of his story below to see how continuing his education boosted his confidence and helped him achieve his lifelong dream of working in healthcare. Read the full blog for more details: https://bit.ly/48jAspV Thank you for following along! Be sure to check back on 1/8 when we introduce the next inspiring Education Empowers story. #EducationEmpowers #CareerJourney #StudentSuccess

November is National Career Development Month! At Cengage Group, we believe career growth happens when curiosity meets innovation—and this year, AI has been a big part of that journey. In our latest blog, we spotlight Morgan Wolbe, EVP of Global Operations and Chief Transformation Officer, and two members of the Global Operations team who are leading the way: Dennis Drees, Senior Director of Customer Technical Support, and Ralph Zerbonia, Director of Global Content Transformation. Dennis and Ralph share how hands-on AI adoption is shaping their careers and driving efficiency across the organization. Read the Q&A to learn: ✅ What helped them adapt to rapid AI changes ✅ How AI is influencing their future career paths ✅ How understanding AI boosted their confidence in tackling other emerging technologies https://lnkd.in/gZyGQm5P #NationalCareerDevelopmentMonth #GenAI #EmployeeExperience 

Last week, we continued our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series by spotlighting Sherman Dean, who shared how he balanced working full-time while advancing his education through Ready to Hire. This week, Sherman takes us inside his externship experience—where he put his online learning into practice, interacted with patients, and gained firsthand insight into the fast-paced environment of a hospital. Tune back in on 11/24 for the final piece of his story! #EducationEmpowers #OnlineLearning #SkillsTraining

AI is reshaping the job market for college grads. According to our 2025 Employability Report, only 30% of recent graduates have secured full-time jobs in their field. As employers restructure roles in response to the AI boom, higher education faces mounting pressure to build stronger, more direct career pathways for students. Higher ed has a pivotal role to play, not only in preparing students but in supporting the adoption of AI. Learn more in the latest from CNBC: https://cnb.cx/3Kcw4AT #Employability #AI #FutureofWork

Earlier this month, we brought together more than 90 colleagues from across the business for our first-ever Digital Summit. The goal of the three-day, hands-on experience was to focus on new ideas and accelerate innovation that will define what’s next at Cengage Group. The agenda was packed with: ✅ Inspiring keynotes from leaders and experts in product development and AI ✅ Demo sessions showcasing cutting-edge product innovations and emerging AI tools ✅ Opportunities for groups to identify topics that are most important to them and co-created solutions in real time The energy was undeniable, and attendees left feeling energized, connected, and ready to continue ideating. As our Chief Digital Officer, Darren Person, shared: “This event energized and empowered our team to continue innovating and developing products that deliver value for our customers. Together we are accelerating the future of education!” #Innovation #FutureOfEducation #EdTech

Our National Geographic Learning team recently hosted events in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together decision-makers from 36 universities to explore how we can better prepare students for the future. The team delivered two impactful sessions, one sharing our latest research on the growing demand for future-ready skills, and another showcasing how this type of learning is embedded in our adult and academic programs. One of the most memorable moments came from National Geographic Explorer Lillygol Sedaghat, who led a powerful storytelling workshop using the Challenge → Choice → Outcome framework. Her session was a true highlight for many attendees. With over 90% of attendees rating the event 5 stars, it’s clear the conversations sparked were both meaningful and impactful. A huge thank you to our incredible Vietnam team for making this event so memorable—and a special shoutout to Loan Nguyen, Sr. Sales Support Specialist, for her logistical planning! #EducationInnovation #LifelongLearning #FutureReadySkills

This month, we are excited to continue our EDUCATION EMPOWERS series, which highlights stories from students and educators. Meet Sherman Dean, who made the bold decision to change careers and pursue a job in healthcare. Watch the video below to learn how he balanced the Ready to Hire program while working full time. Tune back in on 11/20 and 11/24 learn more about Sherman’s path and what’s next. #EducationEmpowers #AdultEducation #Healthcare

Many grads feel unprepared for the workforce. Our 2025 Employability Report highlights a growing disconnect between what students are learning and what employers need. But there’s also a real opportunity for employers, educators, and students to come together and build stronger, more inclusive career pathways. As our CEO, Michael Hansen, writes in his latest Forbes article: "The value of education cannot be measured solely by a diploma; it must be measured by whether learners leave with the adaptability, confidence, and connections to thrive across their careers." Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ebscnmg6 #FutureofWork #SkillsGap #Employability

We’re proud to share that our WebAssign Engineering Team has been honored with the Wolfram Innovator Award at this year’s Wolfram Research Virtual Technology Conference. The award recognizes how WebAssign (Cengage's online homework and learning platform for STEM courses) leverages Wolfram technology —a powerful computational system—to automatically grade math problems in a way that’s both intelligent and student-friendly. Rather than penalizing students for minor formatting issues (like capitalization or slightly different simplifications), WebAssign prioritizes what truly matters: understanding the math. This approach helps reduce stress and supports deeper learning in STEM education. The award was presented by Stephen Wolfram to Tony Parise, Joshua Huber, and John Fowler, who accepted it on behalf of the WebAssign team. They also joined a live Q&A to share how WebAssign is helping shape the future of math education. Join us in congratulating the entire WebAssign team for this well-deserved recognition! #EdTech #STEM #Innovation