There is widespread consensus that our educational systems are failing to adequately prepare all students with essential 21st century knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in life, career and citizenship. This concenses is driving the new focus on “college and career” preparation and the blending of academic and career standards in “career academy” courses. Given the drop-out rates, achivement gaps, fundamental changes in the economy, jobs, and businesses, how should the educational system reform?

California Department of Education staff prepared a compliation of several reports for the first Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards meeting recently held in Folsom, California. I thought you might find some of the information of use. The chart on page 4 comparing what business deems critical as compared to what teachers, students and parents think is particularly interesting.

Find the report: Here