We know it's important for the talent of the future to
Only 47% of current workers feel
"Currently, AI education is not keeping up with advancements," says Dr. Michael Everest, the CEO and founder of educational tech platform edYOU Technologies. "Traditional education systems often rely on outdated methods that do not fully leverage AI's capabilities — and it can end up stunting the efforts of companies willing to invest in AI experts by not providing students with up-to-date knowledge and skills."
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The main reason behind the discrepancy is that technology has evolved faster than curriculum with
But with 73% of employers admitting that hiring young talent with AI proficiency is their top priority in a recent survey from workplace insights platform HR Ed Drive, schools' hesitation to experiment with the tech could be setting their students up for failure in their careers
"Without proper training and resources, students will be ill-equipped to meet the demands of the industry," Dr. Everest says. "Through our platform, we aim to address this by offering interactive, AI-driven learning experiences that could better prepare students for the real world."
Through edYou, which
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"Institutions are going to need to start addressing this proactively," Dr. Everest says. "AI's importance is only going to keep growing, and it's crucial for educational systems to catch up. Without intervention, students will continue to be unprepared for the evolving demands of the job market."
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"Waiting too long will leave students behind," Dr. Everest says. "By embracing AI now, institutions can provide a better educational experience and ensure their students' success in the future."