The skills taught in current educational systems do not match with labor market.

---

Mainly I address the current education system still focusing on traditional subjects and not aligned with rapidly evolving demands of the digital era. The 21st century education subjects are only slowly integrated in schools and do not fully fill the need of the labor market. It is learned as a soft skill as an additional course personally by the students with parents support.

Hello Myloga
The current educational systems often fail to match labor market demands due to outdated curricula, insufficient focus on digital and soft skills, and lack of practical training. Rapid technological advancements and evolving job roles require a curriculum that integrates modern tech skills and promotes continuous learning. Successful models, like Germany's dual system and Singapore's SkillsFuture, demonstrate the benefits of industry-education partnerships and lifelong learning. To bridge the gap, educational institutions should update curricula, foster industry collaboration, emphasize soft skills, and support vocational training, ensuring students are well-prepared for the contemporary workforce.
Best regards from Tunisia
Chokri

@MYLOG47799627c6
Hello,
In my country the curriculum which is the National Curriculum Framework been designed focusing on different types of skills such as communication skills required in the labour market. Our education system is structured in such a way that meets the objectives of the labour market. For instance, if a child is talented in one specific subject so he can follow a course related to it.

@MYLOG47799627c6

I completely agree with your observation @MYLOG47799627c6 about the current education system, because it is happening here in Puerto Rico also. While traditional subjects provide a foundational knowledge base, they often fall short in equipping students with the skills necessary to thrive in our rapidly evolving digital world.

It is sad to tell that the technology teacher at my school will not be present in the next school year, because our principal think she is not necessary. To bridge the gap, educational institutions need to prioritize and integrate modern subjects into the core curriculum, ensuring all students have the opportunity to develop crucial skills and better prepare for the digital era.

Best,
Mr. Bryan

@BRYANb8875625e5 said in The skills taught in current educational systems do not match with labor market.:

It is sad to tell that the technology teacher at my school will not be present in the next school year, because our principal think she is not necessary.

Oh my goodness, that's so sad. I can't believe there are still people who hold such opinions

@Ana_moderator

It is very sad, but I don't give up as a teacher that understand the importance of technology nowadays for our students in mainstream programs and SPED students. That is why I'm here. I would like to be a voice for Puerto Rico, and my school.

@MYLOG47799627c6 Hello Logeswari,
This is definitely a popular topic for discussion. I just want to add that a lot also depends on the teacher themselves. How willing they are to present their subject in a modern way and how effectively they utilize contemporary educational tools makes a big difference.

@Housna
It's great to hear that your curriculum embraces individualized student development. I believe this is one of the most progressive approaches to teaching. However, it does require more resources.

@BRYANb8875625e5 I'm sorry to hear about the decision concerning the technology teacher. Perhaps you could try to persuade the management to reconsider.

@Ana_moderator It's unfortunate that such individuals are leading the school.

@Denis-Kudaymetov
Hello Denis,
The National Curriculum Framework is revised every ten years. Next year our new curriculum will be implemented in all primary and secondary schools around the island. I want to highlight that the Curriculum is designed as per international norms and the focus is laid on creating life long learners. The aim of our government is to develop the skills of young learners as per their abilities.

@BRYANb8875625e5
Hello Bryan,
I personally think that all educators are already integrated ICT and other innovative tools in the classroom. For instance, you are a SPED teacher, you don't focus on the traditional method rather embed innovative pedagogies in your teaching profession. As a result, your principal analysesld that most of his staffs are fully equipped in terms of IT and have vast expertise and know how in this field. That's may be one reason why he find the technology teacher redundant.

In fact the schools are very conservative institutions, but they are managed by/of/for people who are assumed to think critically, learn lifelong and have positive mindset.

We can't but agree with K.Robinson that "schools kill creativity", if led by non-professionals. We should't rob their future by preparing them for today, but to act as a functionally literate members of the society in which they study and work, and live in. Their success in the nearest 10 years diametrically equals to what seeds we sow. In this sense, the evidence-proven data we receive as a result of most validated large-scale assessments tell us a lot about the potential and progressive thinking of growing generation. The interpretation of their statistics speaks for themselves that in developing economies schooling needs overall rethinking or urgent to change the existing model and intrumental role of education otherwise noone can ensure that by 2030 all learners acquire knowledge and skills to promote sustainable development and equality so in long-term perspective to form qualitative and intellectual human capital.

In every step we need to be mindful of 4P: Product made by Professionals that is Progressive and available to Public.

@Bilim said in The skills taught in current educational systems do not match with labor market.:

In every step we need to be mindful of 4P: Product made by Professionals that is Progressive and available to Public.

Dear Bilim, I will definitely use this 4P quote, thank you that is such a concise idea! We are lucky to teach in this challenging, rapidly changing transitive period which demands adapting ourselves and being ready to keep up with new requirements of time. Unfortunately our national educational standards which are declared to be progressive prove to be not flexible enough. For example, in language teaching and assessment (especially in language exams) there is a strong accent on language knowledge (grammar and vocabulary) while language skills assesment in all their variety as described on CEFR leaves much to be desired. The assesment criteria descriptors only consider a limited range of skills.

@Housna It's great that your National Curriculum Framework is reviewed every 10 years. I hope this is a short enough timeframe in our rapidly changing world. This allows it to stay relevant and competitive for graduates.

@Bilim said in The skills taught in current educational systems do not match with labor market.:

We can't but agree with K.Robinson that "schools kill creativity"

I would like to share the link to this brilliant TED speech about education
https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_do_schools_kill_creativity?trigger=5s

for those of our colleagues who may not have seen it yet

hello Ana
Ok it's done
Best Regards from Tunisia
Chokri

hello
The education system has undergone significant changes in recent years, with a focus on personalized, technology-driven learning and preparing students for the jobs of the future. Some key aspects of the new education system in 2024 include:

Personalized Learning Pathways:

Students are placed on individualized learning tracks based on their strengths, interests, and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Adaptive learning technologies and AI-powered tutors provide customized lesson plans and content for each student.
Students progress at their own pace and can accelerate or slow down based on their mastery of concepts.

As-salamo-aliqum
Hello Chokri and Myloga,

Thank you both for your thoughtful insights on the current education system. I agree that there is a significant gap between traditional curricula and the evolving demands of the modern workforce. The challenge lies in how slowly contemporary skills are integrated into the education system, often leaving students unprepared for the rapid technological advancements and complex job roles of today.

Chokri, your mention of successful models like Germany’s dual system and Singapore’s SkillsFuture is spot-on. These systems effectively blend academic learning with practical industry experience, preparing students for the workforce more comprehensively. Emphasizing industry partnerships and practical training is indeed a step in the right direction.

Myloga, your concern about the focus on traditional subjects is valid. The integration of digital and soft skills into the core curriculum, rather than as supplementary courses, is essential. This approach will not only equip students with relevant skills but also foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities crucial for modern careers.

By updating curricula, promoting continuous learning, and fostering industry collaborations, we can better align education with current and future job market needs.

@MYLOG47799627c6 Yes I agree with you.