On join a conversation exploring how education systems can connect rigorous learning with life, work, and future possibilities.
What would it take to make the connection between learning and life a feature of the education system rather than an exception within it? Join us on October 15 at 11am ET for a conversation hosted by NCEE and the Aspen Institute inspired by the new report Pathways, Not Pitfalls: Career-Connected Learning for All.
We’ll explore how strong academics and real-world relevance can reinforce one another, why early career exploration should expand rather than narrow possibilities, and what it takes to move beyond individual programs toward coherent systems that connect learning, opportunity, and life beyond school.
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On October 14 at 11am ET, join NCEE and the OECD for Education at a Glance 2026: What the Data Tell Us About the Future of Education, a global look at the educator workforce, educational attainment and investment, economic opportunity, and the choices countries are making as education systems adapt for the future.
