Laura Massey on Preparing Gen Z for Online School and Future Careers

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous

In our digital age, how do we prepare students for the ever-evolving workplace of tomorrow? And how do we turn virtual classrooms into spaces of real skill development and career readiness? In a world where screens often isolate, one educator has found a way to use them to connect students with their future.

Joining Kevin P. Chavous today is Laura Massey, the student career coaching manager at K12. She's revolutionizing online education by transforming virtual classrooms into dynamic spaces for career preparation and teaching essential 'durable skills' that employers value most.

Laura is here to share how she creates a vibrant, skill-rich environment in the digital world, fostering confidence, adaptability, and a deep appreciation for the competencies needed in tomorrow's workplace.

Key Topics:

00:00: Introduction and Laura Massey's background in education

02:28: The transition from communications to education

04:00: Challenges and opportunities in online education

06:30: Developing durable skills for future employment

09:00: Addressing socialization challenges in online learning

13:00: Balancing Gen Z's unique approach to work and education

14:28: How online education prepares students for the digital workplace

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Enroll now at K12 for tuition-free, personalized online public schooling. Visit https://go.k12.com/mps/national/podcast/ to learn more about how K12 empowers students to succeed in the digital age.

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