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Title: Breaking the Mold: Why Parents Should Support Their Children's Career Choices Beyond Engineering. In many households around the world, the dream of seeing one's child become an engineer is deeply ingrained. It's a profession that symbolizes success, stability, and societal prestige. It’s not a one-size-fits-all solution for every individual. However, as times change and the landscape of career opportunities evolves, it's essential for parents to reevaluate their expectations and support their children's career choices based on passion . From entrepreneurship and creative arts to healthcare and environmental science, the possibilities are virtually endless. Encouraging children to explore diverse career paths not only expands horizons but also fosters innovation, creativity, and personal fulfillment. The journey towards a fulfilling and successful career is not a one-way street but rather a winding path filled with twists, turns, and unexpected opportunities. As parents, it's your duty to support your children as they navigate this journey, respecting their individuality and celebrating their unique talents and passions.🫰🏻🫂

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We’re extremely proud of our Product Team, Shawne and Keri rocked their presentation to computer science students at UNB. When we find meaning in our work, not only drives us to perform at our best, but it also ignites a fire within others that propels us all forward. And when that purpose aligns with our talents and passions, the possibilities become limitless. Let's not be afraid to step outside of our comfort zones and take risks to make the communities we live in a better place. Leave a comment below and share your thoughts. How have you created your own opportunities and found purpose in your career?

💫While I have honestly not given much attention to past astronomical events, it was quite exciting to be in the path of totality for today’s solar eclipse. ✨️From following forecasting on the number of visitors our county could expect >> to logistics around road and business closures. ✨️From the learning opportunity at home, for our kids enjoying this extended day of Spring Break >> to wondering if Indiana’s varied April weather would cooperate for ideal viewing conditions. 🟠 In all of the lead up excitement, I also found myself reflective on my own path around the sun, not only this year, but in totality. 🟣 While most of our career paths are certainly not linear, I feel strongly that mine has come full circle in this space in time. 🟢 Beginning my career as a high school teacher here in central Indiana, my path has included a variety of other roles outside of the K-12 setting, though never entirely removed from orbiting around education in various ways. 🟡 My career path has carried me through trajectories of different states and professional settings, ultimately leading back here to central Indiana over 10 years ago. ��� As we all do along our journey, I’ve collected a multitude of tools along my professional path, leveraging each one throughout new challenges and opportunities. 🔴 In my current role at Advanced Learning Partnerships, Inc I feel “at home” in the alignment of our organization’s mission and my professional values, as well as in the opportunity to leverage the tools I’ve gathered thus far while growing new skills alongside our innovative, empathetic, dedicated, and exceptionally talented team. ✨️ It is such a privilege to partner with school districts across North America in work that impacts learning across their communities. For this educator and life-long learner, the sun, moon, and stars are aligned. ☀️🌙🌗 💡What are some tools you’re forging in your journey right now? 💡What lights your professional pathways? #alplearn #professionallearning #careerpaths

"The problem is even those who support what degrowth stands for think the word itself is problematic. 'Why I don't like the term degrowth is that it has a negative feel to it.' Julia Schor is a professor of sociology at Boston College who studies the relationship between labor, the economy, and consumption. 'The key thing is shrinking material material inputs into economic activity.' Degrowth sounds scary, like it wants people to return to the Dark Ages. But it actually just means scaling down the least sustainable industries like mass produced meat and dairy, fast fashion, car and aviation manufacturing, or ensuring that the things we rely on, refrigerators, phones, washing machines, have a longer shelf life, repairing instead of replacing something the moment it stops working. So, it's not just about stopping growth, but about increasing growth in sectors that benefit society as a whole. Like creating green jobs. Training workers on installing renewable energy, insulating buildings, and regenerating ecosystems. And investing in public transportation and services. It might also mean four-day work weeks and freeing up time for people to engage in care and other activities that improve their welfare." https://lnkd.in/gWSxex4n

I am thinking that the future will demand visionaries who not only cross disciplinary boundaries but also redefine them, paving the way for innovative solutions to problems that remain unidentified due to our existing limitations. 👩🦰What do you think? Annie --- A colleague once lamented about a controversy in their academic department (computer science) involving a potential new hire. The candidate in question was formally trained in physics but had a strong record studying information theory, which was of interest to the department. I asked what the fuss was about, to which the colleague replied: “Some folks don’t think physicists should be in a computer science department.” The candidate wasn’t offered the job. There are many problems with these sorts of dustups. In this specific case, the biggest crime is the overreliance on an umbrella category (“physicist”) to mark someone’s appropriateness for a job. The departmental protest was not about the candidate’s skill set or accomplishments, but simply about the nominal category-fields through which they were trained. ...READ More... #FutureOfWork #DiverseSkillset #InclusiveWorkplace #SkillsForSuccess Hon.

Interested in learning about different careers in exercise science? I recently gave a presentation to local students in which I describe my professional journey working in academia, government, and industry. Along the way, I describe unique features of working in different professional environments, share some life lessons, and conclude with general tips for career success. Hopefully this presentation is helpful for students, early professionals, and those considering a career change.

"Are our students losing the battle against the digital age's distractions?" In recent years, we've witnessed a concerning trend in our education systems: an alarming increase in student disengagement and apathy towards learning. But who's really at fault? The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think. The culprits are the intricately designed digital worlds crafted by social media giants and tech companies like Apple and Samsung. These digital landscapes are reshaping the young minds, often without their conscious awareness. This issue isn't just under-discussed; it's often misinterpreted, leading to misplaced blame on the students themselves. In my latest video, I challenge this perspective, arguing that it's unreasonable to expect minors to navigate and resist the addictive allure of digital media, akin to gambling or narcotics, without proper guidance and support. We delve into the neuroscience of motivation, dopamine, learning, and reward, and how they interplay in this digital conundrum. How can we, as educators and parents, better understand and assist our students in this challenging digital era? Join me in exploring these critical links and discussing potential strategies for fostering healthier digital habits. #Education #StudentEngagement #DigitalAge #Neuroscience #Learning #EducationalNeuroscience #Teaching #Learning #School #Teach #Learn #neuroscience #brain #teacher #teachers #crisis #motivation #engagement https://lnkd.in/gTryG4Ex

...continued Exploring the Wonders of Science and Engineering But hey, maybe your kid is a problem-solving whiz who loves tinkering with gadgets and gizmos. If they are always curious about how things work and enjoy building, fixing, or inventing stuff, then a career as an engineer, scientist, or inventor might be the perfect fit for them! Embrace the Journey Of course, there are countless other paths your children can take, from teaching and cooking to exploring nature and protecting our planet. The key is to help them follow their passions, stay curious, and never stop dreaming big! Dream Big, Stay Curious Remember, it's okay for your children to change their minds along the way. Growing up is all about exploring different interests, discovering new talents, and finding what makes you truly happy. So, let them try new things, ask lots of questions, and follow their heart wherever it may lead. Shine Bright, Little Stars So, as your young dreamers ponder the question, "What will I be when I grow up?" as a parent, you are responsible for letting them know that the possibilities are as vast as the universe itself. Support them in their journey and tell them to never stop dreaming. Because one day, they will look back and realize that the journey was just as magical as the destination. Until then, encourage your children to dream, explore, and keep being the amazing, unique individuals they are. Grab a copy of Adino's World, a book about a young boy trying to figure out his calling - and make it a must-read bedtime story.

"Modern life is oriented around the meritocracy, which implies certain values—that life is best seen as a climb toward the top, that achievement is the essence of a good life, that successful people are to be admired more than less successful people. But this overreliance on our work identities is unhinging us." I know it might seem odd to post about thinking beyond our work identities on a work-based platform, but David Brook's article touches upon the importance of examining our inner lives and thinking beyond our careers and jobs to find deeper meaning and purpose in our lives (which in turn help us in our careers). Read more to learn how using narrative mode thinking, and sharing our stories, helps us navigate change, to step into new chapters of our lives and career. I'd would love to know your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/gRfD_Fis