We studied 2.3 million job postings from 2019-2020 and found that 1.2 million Missouri jobs or 55% of job postings demanded at least one Durable Skill.
Readiness standards are published and promoted and describe the competencies students need to learn and possess for entry into and success in college and the workforce. They may or may not be assessed by the state but exist as guidance for educators and expectations for students.
Yes, the state’s definition of college and/or career readiness is “High school graduates who are “college and career ready” are prepared to succeed in higher education or take the next steps necessary to pursue a specific career. College-ready students possess the skills, knowledge and abilities needed to complete entry-level college coursework and move onto higher-level courses. Career-ready students are prepared to successfully work toward a chosen career. That work could include college or vocational training courses, industry certification or direct entry into the workforce.”
Yes, the state’s reported metrics related to college and/or career readiness include:
Additional Resources: Student Performance Metrics At-A-Glance, Specified Student Metrics Reports
Yes, students are expected to demonstrate college and/or career readiness through:
Work-based learning describes comprehensive guidance, expectations for educators and employers, and quality indicators for assessment.
A graduate profile includes the competencies and skills a student possesses when they graduate from high school. They showcase student learning outcomes and present a full picture of a student’s abilities.
Yes, the readiness requirements outlined by the state are completion of at least one unit of credit in coursework in Practical Arts courses. These courses are those in which students learn to integrate academic knowledge and skills with career and technical knowledge and skills and apply them to authentic situations. Students demonstrate they’ve met these requirements via coursework.
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