GIC Talks
Talk 1: Exponential Careers; Exponential Intelligence: How immersive experiences can prepare students for a rapidly changing world
Speaker: Jeanette Cheah, HEX
If IQ measures knowledge and EQ measures empathy, then eXQ – Exponential Intelligence – measures the capacity to lead, adapt, and thrive in times of rapid change. Discover how developing eXQ can future-proof your learners and how real-world models like HEX’s ‘CEO Internship’ embed these capabilities into vocational pathways. These frameworks can be mapped onto any program, business, or innovation—blending industry immersion with future-focused mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets. For educators preparing students for dynamic and uncertain careers, this talk provides a practical roadmap for embedding employability, adaptability, and innovation into learning experiences that truly prepare students for what’s next.
Talk 2: What should we know about apprenticeship degrees, which combine practice experience with classroom learning?
Speaker: Joe Ross, Reach University
Combining hands-on practice with classroom learning, apprenticeship degrees are emerging as an innovative solution to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application. Apprenticeship degrees are gaining traction across industries such as engineering, healthcare, IT, and manufacturing, where students not only acquire technical knowledge through coursework but also build practical skills through direct work experience. These hybrid programs have the potential to reduce the skills gap, improve workforce readiness, and create more inclusive pathways to career success. By offering students a direct route to employment with a blend of academic rigor and practical expertise, apprenticeship degrees promise to transform how we approach workforce development.
Talk 3: What does the rise of generative AI mean for skills development and experiential learning?
Speaker: Andy Brown, Open AI
As generative AI rapidly reshapes industries, the way we approach skills development and experiential learning is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This “GIC Talk” will explore how generative AI technologies are revolutionizing the learning landscape. By examining both the opportunities and challenges that AI presents for education, training, and workforce readiness, the talk will showcase innovative approaches to integrating AI into skills development programs and experiential learning initiatives. These examples will highlight how universities, corporations, and governments are preparing individuals for the future of work in a world where AI is a key enabler of both learning and productivity. GIC Talks moderated by Alexandra Wood, CIEE.
