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New Jersey taps the private sector to facilitate AI innovation and talent

Under two new programs, the state aims to leverage the private sector to help advance its goal of leading in artificial technology innovation.

By Kaitlyn Levinson
April 16, 2025

The public sector is (finally) filling more vacancies, report finds

State and local governments have found success with a number of hiring strategies, easing long standing workforce shortages that started with the pandemic.

By Kaitlyn Levinson
July 31, 2024

Plagued by teacher shortages, some states turn to fast-track credentialing

Critics worry that the faster credentialing programs could do a disservice to young students.

By Elaine S. Povich, Stateline
July 24, 2023

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Let's Play: How Games Can Improve Employee Learning

COMMENTARY | Gamification or game-based learning is a great tactic in training employees on the skills and processes they need to know for their current positions and to encourage them to upskill for their next jobs.

By Richard Lowenthal
June 8, 2023

State Scales Up Cloud Workforce With Free Training for Agency Employees

Georgia is offering any employee at a state agency migrating its operations to the cloud free training in an effort to increase technology skills and build institutional knowledge.

By Chris Teale
June 7, 2023

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