Research has found that half of college graduates in the US are working jobs unrelated to their degrees. As economic instability rages, younger generations are broadening their educational horizons beyond the traditional, exploring vocational training and unconventional careers.

Gen Z's rejection of conventional life paths is being passed on to their parents, with many American Gen Yers supporting their kids' decisions to opt out of college education. As parents adapt to raising kids in a challenging economic and cultural climate, they're supporting alternative education.

We’re all starting to comprehend the huge potential – and potential risks – of AI. In education, unscrupulous kids are outsourcing their homework to ChatGPT, while startups are promoting AI as a tool to personalise learning. So how are students, teachers, and parents navigating this brave new world?

At a time when AI and automation are causing widespread labor market disruption, workers are having to adapt their skills to meet a new reality. With both creativity and technical knowledge in high demand, how can brands and educators balance arts and STEM learning to prepare the future workforce?