Janet Street-Porter gets 'Edgy'

I was pleased to see Janet Street-Porter’s comment in this week’s Independent on Sunday; ‘Graduates leave with more debt than knowledge’. She observes that may graduates would benefit from having acquired more of the non-academic skills needed for a working environment:

“There comes a point when more qualifications aren't necessarily going to get you a better job. What employers are looking for is adaptability, positivity, and an ability to fit in. There's no point in getting a degree in graphics, computer science or animation if you can't communicate your ideas. It might seem petty, but that's the reality in the world of work.”

I believe it is through ‘learning by doing’ that young people can acquire the type of adaptability mentioned, along with a whole host of other skills that make someone highly employable. The current education system is failing many students by not providing these opportunities. Practical and vocational learning must be incorporated into the curriculum at a much earlier stage to ensure young people (whether they are leaving university or school) are enter the working world with the skills they require.

Having these important messages reiterated by high-profile voices is a valuable boost to the Edge revolution Thanks Janet!