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From Play to Profession: Why Kids Should Discover Skilled Trades

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Research has shown that hands-on tasks improve problem-solving abilities, focus, and confidence. Those with a passion for technology can explore fields like HVAC, automotive repair, or industrial automation. Creative individuals may find fulfillment in trade careers like interior design, home renovation, or graphic design.

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Tech Professions Students Should Consider

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Their courses are difficult, and it can be hard to find the time to attend class, study for exams and write research papers. Students can hand in quality, well-written and researched essays to get good grades. They are in demand in the manufacturing and automotive service industries. The job is a highly technical one.

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What All High Schools Can Draw From Career and Technical Education Programs

ED Surge

Ethan, a high school junior studying to become a secondary history teacher in our Academy for Teaching and Learning, was presenting findings from his extensive research to the staff at our school. These programs exist in many districts across the country, some as standalone schools and others as programs embedded in the district.

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Are you ready for the robot revolution?

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In particular, the technicians who service tomorrow’s vehicles need to understand how they work, and this is where Dr Justin Starr, Professor of Advanced Technology, and Robert Koch, Professor of Automotive Technology, come in. They do this by working with researchers who are part of a project called Mobility21.

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Could Michigan’s Cost-Sharing Approach to Child Care Be Scaled Nationwide?

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VanBlaricum works as a machine operator and assembler at a manufacturing plant that molds plastic parts for automotive companies in Standish, Michigan. Once in office, he began researching the issue and joined a local working group focused on child care. The job is physically demanding.

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Equipping Students to Work in the World of AI

CTE Learning

An automotive technician could use AI to generate a resume and cover letter tailored to their ideal job. It is grounded in the latest research and offers tailored learning paths. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of communication skills to achieve optimal results.

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Exciting STEM Careers in the Car and Car Rental Industry

Career in STEM

For STEM students with a passion for cars and cutting-edge technology, the automotive industry holds a world of exciting opportunities. Automotive Engineer: The Architects of Innovation Automotive engineers are at the forefront of designing and developing the vehicles we see on the roads today.