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Extension Workforce Development Network

The Extension Committee on Organization and Policy (ECOP) Workforce Development Program Action Team (PAT), in partnership with the Extension Foundation, is in the process of developing an Extension network for workforce development. This Connect group will bring professionals at each land-grant university together to learn and collaborate on Extension's workforce development efforts.

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Workforce and Economic Development Program Action Team Update

Megan Hirschman ·
The ECOP Workforce and Economic Development Program Action Team, led by Dr. Ivory Lyles, Oregon State University, continues to invite Directors, Specialists and Partners to be part of the Workforce and Economic Development Program Action Team. The PAT is continuing to develop their strategic planning and structure process and invites leaders to continue to participate in this development. Once the structure is agreed upon, priorities will be identified, and Implementation Teams will coalesce...
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National Registry of Workforce Development

Amy Patillo ·
You are invited to contribute your projects, programs, or curricula to the New Workforce Development National Assessment. The Extension Committee on Organization and Policy Workforce Development Action Team, in partnership with the Extension Foundation, is developing an interactive data set Workforce Development program offerings offered by Cooperative Extension across all regions. The National Registry is located at extension.org/registry/
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

Clint Cummings ·
Thank you Amy! The walkthrough is great and very helpful. I look forward to seeing the great additions to the National Registry!
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

Sheila Martin ·
Hi, I wanted to come to the meeting today but I have a competing meeting. Our workforce curriculum will live on the NACDEP community development library. Is this a duplication of that?
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Recorded: “Extension’s Role in Workforce Development”

Amy Patillo ·
August 2022 Dynamic Discussions workshop focused on “Extension’s Role in Workforce Development” led by Robert Russell. Dr. Russell shared information about both the opportunities and challenges for Extension in workforce development as well as the role of the Workforce Program Action Team and its efforts to help lead programs forward. Here is a list of tools/resources that were discussed. Tools/Resources: A link to the recording is available here ; A link to the slide deck is available here...
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Recorded: Extension Workforce Development Network Kickoff Event

Amy Patillo ·
In case you missed it, the Extension Workforce Development Network hosted a webinar in September 2022 to provide updates on the Workforce and Economic Development Program Action Team (PAT) and on the current project and discussion on developing a shared definition for workforce development offered through Extension. View the recorded session https://use.vg/h154Rd
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Dynamic Discussions: Extension Transformation: preparing for the next 100 years

MelaniePugsley ·
Dynamic Discussions Extension Transformation: preparing for the next 100 years April 27th, 2023 2 PM - 3 PM ET Register HERE We would like to invite you to join us next week for a Dynamic Discussion session focused on the demographic trends in the United States and the impact it has on Extension's approach to programming and staffing. Changes in population size and make-up, along with economic and political uncertainties, have presented a unique opportunity for Extension to transform its...
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Future Opportunities for Rural Workforce and Rural Development (FORWARD) Curriculum Presentation

Jason Weigle ·
Learn more about the FORWARD curriculum and how you can access it for your own use!
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

Former Member ·
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

Former Member ·
Ensure that the projects, programs, or curricula you wish to contribute are directly related to workforce development. Workforce development encompasses a wide range of subway surfers online activities aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and employability of individuals.
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Re: Dynamic Discussions: Extension Transformation: preparing for the next 100 years

Former Member ·
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Re: Recorded: Extension Workforce Development Network Kickoff Event

Former Member ·
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

Former Member ·
Make sure that the initiatives, plans, or programs you want to share have a clear connection to rice purity test workforce development. Workforce development includes a wide range of initiatives designed to improve people's abilities, understanding, and employability.
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Twelve Coordinator Positions Available: Extension Foundation and ECOP WorkForce Development Program Action Team Launches AgriProspects Workforce Development Network

Megan Hirschman ·
The Extension Foundation, in partnership with the ECOP Workforce Development Program Action Team, is seeking dynamic, collaborative individuals to help lead the AgriProspects Workforce Development Network . AgriProspects , supported through a USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture AFRI Education and Workforce Development Competitive Grant 2023-67037-40533, establishes a National Working Group supported by six Regional Working Groups focused on growing and refining the national...
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Extension and Credentials - What's Your LGU Doing?

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
A recent higher ed article (link) has indicated that apprenticeship opportunities could provide a key method of reducing the worker shortage experienced by many industries. Apprenticeships, along with other alternative career pathways such as academic Certificates, non-credit credentialing, and on-the-job upskilling are possible solutions to this shortage. Extension in many states is positioned to help support these efforts by offering educational content or training opportunities. Extension...
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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

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Re: Future Opportunities for Rural Workforce and Rural Development (FORWARD) Curriculum Presentation

Former Member ·
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Re: Recorded: Extension Workforce Development Network Kickoff Event

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Re: National Registry of Workforce Development

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Re: Recorded: Extension Workforce Development Network Kickoff Event

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How Can Extension Support AI Literacy in Workforce Education?

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
A recent news article revealed that only a handful of states have issued guidance for educators on the subject of AI in K-12 education. Despite this, there’s a swift transition towards supporting youth education that focuses on the skills and ethics required to utilize generative AI tools in professional settings. The Cooperative Extension Service system, a significant advocate for workforce development opportunities for both youth and adults, urgently needs to create high-quality...
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Re: How Can Extension Support AI Literacy in Workforce Education?

Victor Villegas ·
Hello Mark, Here at Oregon State University, I have been doing presentations and basic training on AI for Extension faculty and staff. We are also starting to work on this at the university level. We are having an "AI Week" in April with workshops and talks on AI for education, professional development and workforce development. With my new position as Broadband & Digital Technologies Adoption Coordinator, I am starting to field AI questions and requests for presentations and education...
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ICYMI - Urban Ag & Food Systems Program Action Team & AgriProspects Coordinator Position Available

Jason Weigle ·
One individual is needed to fill an Urban Agriculture and Food Systems Coordinator role across the LGU system with the Urban Ag and Food Systems PAT and AgriProspects. As Urban programs are active across the country, the incumbent will serve as a lead with assistance in program execution from other AgriProspects coordinators, specifically those where CES regions overlap. This critical position will help build and engage our national network of partners working to provide access to skills...
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NTAE Workforce Program Action Team Fellowship Position Available

Jason Weigle ·
One individual is needed to fill an Economic and Workforce Development Program Action Team (WF PAT) Fellow role. The Fellow will support the PAT co-chairs with PAT operations; assist with meeting planning; assist the PAT working group chairs with documentation and reporting; and assist with the development of a Workforce PAT convening and with writing of a post-conference white paper. Learn more about the Fellowship and apply here: ...
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Is CES Positioned to Support High School Career & Technical Education

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
Schools across the nation are experiencing challenges in filling teaching positions in career and technical education. This article provides more information about this needs and prompts the question, "Is the Cooperative Extension Service positioned to help bridge this gap by partnering with schools?". https://www.brookings.edu/articles/career-and-technical-education-is-a-hidden-weak-spot-in-many-high-schools-teacher-workforces/ *Accompanying image created using Microsoft CoPilot AI.
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Re: Is CES Positioned to Support High School Career & Technical Education

Rob Russell ·
In Missouri, we have seen similar issues in some data analysis we've done on behalf of our Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. For people responding to the survey from within the educational system, turnover was one of the biggest impediments to growing their CTE programs and building student awareness and interest in those programs.
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Better Collaborative Efforts Between Faculty and Campus Career Centers are Needed

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
A recent multi-institution study found that over 90% of surveyed faculty had students contact them for career advice. Of those 90%, only about 70% indicated they had worked with their institutions career centers. This gap can create challenges or missed opportunities for students. Additionally, many faculty might be missing the value of connecting with departments that are engaging with clientele and communities outside the university (such as the Cooperative Extension Service). Graduating...
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Re: Is CES Positioned to Support High School Career & Technical Education

Carrie Backman ·
Right on! Yes, we see the need in our rural region for support, and with the networks and grant development from Extension and 4-H, we are supporting CTE in schools in Wahkiakum County, Washington. We partner with schools and industry to create in-school learning opportunities with career exploration in advanced manufacturing, maritime and IT, K-12.
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AI Skills & Extension - Teaching the Tools of the Future (and today)

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
We are currently witnessing a transformative era, often referred to as the “AI Revolution”. This revolution is characterized by the rapid integration of a relatively new technology, generative AI, into diverse fields such as art, education, and information dissemination. For both current job seekers and those preparing for future careers, mastering the use of generative AI has become an essential skill. This mastery extends beyond merely knowing how to request information. It also involves...
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AgriProspects Mini-Grants - Two weeks left to apply!

Jason Weigle ·
July 31st marks the deadline to submit an application for the AgriProspects mini-grants supporting adult ag workforce development projects. A home stretch update and Q&A session is scheduled for July 17th at 4pm ET. Register for the session using the link below: https://agriprospects.extension.org/events/july-2024-update/ We are also wrapping up our regional office hours for the grant. While marked as regional, anyone can attend any session that fits their schedule. The following office...
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Repost: One in Three Companies Drop College Degree Requirements

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
As businesses continue to move toward prioritizing job skills over degrees to ensure workforce readiness, the Cooperative Extension Service is in a key position to support this transition. This ensures a trained workforce with access to BOTH skill based AND academic education. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jobs-college-degree-requirement/ *Image created using Microsoft CoPilot
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(Repost) How Gen Z is Becoming the Toolbelt Generation

Mark Mains, Ph.D. (he/him) ·
How is the Cooperative Extension Service supporting workforce development in the trades industry in your state? A recent article from the Wall Street Journal discuses the trend of Gen Z worker entering trades in increasing numbers. New technologies, changing perceptions of "blue-collar" careers, and the rising cost of college tuition are just few of the things driving this trend. There is a significant shortage of skilled workers in trades such as plumbing, electric, and carpentry. This...
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