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Many IT jobs require specific certifications over and above a college degree. These certification tests can cost hundreds of dollars. If one is not prepared, certification courses can cost thousands. This can be a bit of a set back for a recent grad who has already spent thousands on a college degree to find out that they still don't meet an employer's requirements. Administration needs to be aware of the certifications that employers require. Students need to be informed of these requirements as well. Curriculums should be geared toward preparing the student for passing these certification tests or specific certification classes should become part of the curriculum.   
Posted by slim67 July 31, 2008, 12:10 PM  comments (0)

To increase the quality of first-time graduates in IT, colleges could infuse IT curriculum with humanities and arts classes which would promote conceptual thinkers.   
Posted by Sharon June 19, 2008, 6:28 AM  comments (0)

Generate DB of potential speakers from IT industry; invite them to hold on-campus presentation/discussion for IT Dept. and students.   
Posted by Kate Southwick June 30, 2008, 4:02 PM  comments (0)

Employers could sponsor more IT scholarships. IT scholarships could motivate/entice/assist students to pursue education in IT.   
Posted by Kate Southwick July 2, 2008, 3:12 PM  comments (0)

Design flexible curriculum paths in which students can drop-in, out, continue.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:47 AM  comments (0)

This is important. Because industry is driving this need and educational institutions have restricted budgets, a greater industry investment in supporting these types of initiatives is needed to make this happen. Industry support for this will also help establish continuity, which is crucial for any type of major outreach campaign.   
Posted by Guest281171 June 18, 2008, 7:35 AM  comments (0)

Infuse new approaches into curriculum and IT degrees.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:46 AM  comments (1)

Use consumer electronics (e.g. Blackberries) in the classroom.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 11:04 AM  comments (0)

Alter IT degree content to make it more interesting to women and minorities.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 11:05 AM  comments (0)

Integrate projects and simulations into the curriculum.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:46 AM  comments (0)

Allow testing out of IT courses.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:47 AM  comments (0)

Require projects that require more teamwork and collaboration.   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:47 AM  comments (2)

Assign dorms based on IT major to foster a sense of community   
Posted by Sharon June 25, 2008, 9:48 AM  comments (0)