Reviewing the evidence on short-term credentials
In the postsecondary education landscape, short-term credentials hold a certain allure. In conversations around education and the future of work, certificates and credentials are often viewed as the way forward. To succeed in the future economy, the argument goes, some postsecondary education is needed, and it need not be a four-year degree. This argument holds […]
Michigan’s future depends on attracting and retaining talent
Governor Whitmer recently took two bold steps: She formed a population commission and created a new department on lifelong learning. Both moves deserve applause, which are part of a broader strategy tied to economic development and growth. Or, as we at Michigan Future, Inc. call it, The Prosperity Agenda. Why are the governor’s moves encouraging? […]