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Udacity: Announcing the Launch of the Open Education Alliance
We are excited to announce the launch of the Open Education Alliance today. The purpose of this alliance is to provide students worldwide with the relevant and necessary skills and knowledge to pursue successful careers in technology. This alliance consists of leading technology companies who are stepping up to define the education requirements for the workforce of the 21st Century. And it includes educational institutions who provide pathways and assessment that will empower students to learn the skills required for success in the workforce.Some context from a recent McKinsey Study on global education and employment: There are currently 75 million youth unemployed around the world Half of young people are not sure that their postsecondary education has improved their chances of finding a job (see Exhibit 1) Almost 40% of employers say a lack of skills is the main reason for entry-level vacancies (see Exhibit 2) 58% of youth said, “practical, hands-on learning is an e…