CEO Jeff Katzman on Inside Higher Ed Podcast The Pulse

Podcast alert! Listen to our CEO, Jeffrey Katzman, talking to Rod Murray on The Pulse Podcast. Jeff and Rod discuss Core Learning Exchange, the future of career connected learning, and more.

Topics Covered

The conversation addresses Jeffrey's professional background and the organization's history. Key subjects include the mastery-based instructional model utilizing badges, micro-learning playlists featuring video, simulations, readings, and assessments.

The episode explores career and technical education (CTE), highlighting the platform's "Over 300 courses for grade 6 through community college" and industry-recognized certifications. The speakers discuss COVID-19's impact on workforce skill gaps and teacher shortages.

Additional topics include lifelong learning and skill portfolio development, the National Catalyzed Challenge Grant award, and the motto "Natively Digital for Digital Natives." The discussion covers emerging technologies, specifically AI for extracting assessment items and LMS integration with school systems.

The episode concludes by examining trending fields: AI, robotics, and logistics.