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Walt Ecton

@waltecton.bsky.social

Assistant Professor @ University of Michigan's Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education. Research on High School, College & Career. CTE. Politics & Econ of Ed. Former HS teacher. He/Him.🌈

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Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · last mo.

New paper in Innovative Higher Ed! We surveyed 19–25 year olds across the US about whether they think college is worth it — both for "most people" & for their own future kids. The headline: young Americans are way more pro-college than the doom-and-gloom headlines suggest. 🧵

Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 3mo ago

I enjoyed speaking with @edweek.org about Advance CTE's new vision & priorities for CTE over the next 5 years. Long story short - this is a very strong list of goals to focus on, though achieving success will require investment & support from government actors. www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...

The Job Market Is Changing. How Career and Technical Education Can Keep Up

A new vision from Advance CTE imagines what the future of career education should look like.

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Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Enjoyed talking w/EdWeek:"It’s important for CTE programs to offer pathways that have clear connections to careers after high school," said Ecton. High-quality programs also have strong relationships w/local industry and employers...& evolve to stay aligned w/workforce needs as the economy changes.

Education Week@edweek.org · 6mo ago

A Superintendent’s Vision Turned an Oil Site Into a Career Launchpad: A Houston-area superintendent turned a bankrupt industrial site into a CTE powerhouse and revenue source for her district.

Annaliese Paulson@annaliesep.bsky.social · 7mo ago

CSHPE was a wonderful interdisciplinary home for me and would benefit from having this expertise! The community and opportunities to collaborate across education, public policy, and data science to study education are exceptional.

Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Do you (or does someone you know) research emerging & advanced technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence, virtual/augmented reality) in education? If so, apply to come work with us in Ann Arbor! careers.umich.edu/job_detail/2...

Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Excited to share "The Vital Role of Career and Technical Education in Postsecondary Education" in the Higher Education Handbook of Theory & Practice. I'm so proud of this work w/@jwrightkim.bsky.social, and I hope you'll consider a read: link.springer.com/rwe/10.1007/... (1/8)

The Vital Role of Career and Technical Education in Postsecondary Education

Career and technical education, often referred to as vocational education, has long played a vital role in American postsecondary education. This chapter outlines the role of career of technical educa...

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Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Danny was taken from this world far too soon, but I'll long remember him for his infectious laugh, the levity & joy he brought to any room, the (very eclectic!) music streaming from his office, love of Schitts Creek jokes, service to his country through the military, & deep care for his students.

Erica Harbatkin@harbatkat.bsky.social · 9mo ago

We're starting a fund in Danny's memory, and will use it toward purposes that he cared about. If you're interested in giving, visit bit.ly/DannyMoraguez. Check “I would like to make this gift in honor or memory of someone.” Enter Danny’s name in “tribute name” and it will go toward this fund. /end

Walt Ecton@waltecton.bsky.social · 11mo ago

We’re excited to launch the Secondary Transitions and Education Pathways in Career and Technical Education (STEP-CTE) website, featuring highlights and emerging research focused on Career and Technical Education! Visit our page -> www.step-in-cte.soe.umich.edu

Justin Wolfers@justinwolfers.bsky.social · last yr.

There is no rational basis for Trump's attacks on Harvard (a private university). His latest will strike fear into the hearts of young international students. I was once in their shoes, and can imagine their feelings. Congress: Come get your boy. He's attacking your country.