We know a college degree is a requirement for many jobs in the United States. Yet nearly two-thirds of Americans never earn a degree. Google’s Lisa Gevelber says short-term credential programs could be the key to improving career opportunities for more people. And they might even create a more equitable labor market in the process.

4. Michele Chang on how to solve the Great Resignation

Are we sending too many people to college or not enough? How can we better equip today’s students with the skills they need to get great jobs? What role should business and government play in improving education and workforce outcomes? In “Lessons Earned,” Strada Education Network’s Ruth Watkins sits down with educators, employers, innovators, and policymakers who are challenging the status quo and exploring scalable solutions to help millions of people navigate between learning and earning. Learn more at https://stradaeducation.org/podcast-lessons-earned/.