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BONUS - Live from EDUCAUSE: Rethinking Readiness for Students in the AI-Enabled Workforce

BONUS - Live from EDUCAUSE: Rethinking Readiness for Students in the AI-Enabled Workforce

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In this bonus episode recorded live at EDUCAUSE in Nashville, Dustin spoke with Ryan Lufkin, VP of Global Academic Strategy at Instructure, about the current crossroads in higher ed, technology, and workforce readiness. The conversation touches on findings from the latest State of Learning and Readiness report, the real (and perceived) gaps in student skill preparedness, and why now is the time for institutions to embrace AI—not fear it. Ryan also offers a behind-the-scenes look at Canvas Career and how Instructure is broadening its mission beyond just a learning management system. 

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Dustin Ramsdell is a leading content creator and influencer in the Higher EdTech space, and the host of Higher Ed Geek.

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Ryan Lufkin

Ryan Lufkin is the VP of Global Academic Strategy at Instructure.

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