At a time when employers consistently name durable skills like communication, critical thinking, and collaboration as essential, yet struggle to evaluate them in hiring, this session explores how we can close the gap between education and workforce needs. We will explore potential for equipping educators with practical tools to intentionally teach and assess durable skills, while translating those competencies into verifiable signals that employers can understand and trust. This session focuses on what it takes to build a more connected workforce development system where learning, assessment, and hiring align, creating greater opportunity for learners and employers alike.
