CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are several reports that we found interesting this week.
Understanding under-representation in Canada’s labour market: An analysis of definitions and approaches (LMIC)
Defining under-representation is crucial to improve labour market outcomes and growth, especially for groups facing systematic disadvantages and seeking equity in the labour force. However, statistical and government agencies have not provided a clear definition, which leads to inconsistencies in identifying under-represented groups.
Can Social and Emotional Skills Be Taught? An Analysis of Adult Training Programs (The Conference Board of Canada)
This research explores the challenges of teaching and learning social and emotional skills in the classroom. Based on interviews with 40 college instructors and 26 college students across Canada, it provides recommendations for education leaders and policy makers to improve how these skills are learned and taught.
What We Heard: Public Engagement on International Credential Recognition (Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills)
This report explores how government can enhance the international credential-recognition process and make the system more accessible, efficient and fair. It is based on engagement with regulatory authorities, internationally trained professionals, business associations, educational institutions, healthcare associations, immigrant-serving organizations and other members of the public.
Myths VS. Reality: Remote and Hybrid Managers Report High Productivity and Trust (FlexOS)
This survey found 66% of managers saw increased productivity and 48.5% said productivity had “significantly improved” with hybrid and remote work. Ninety-eight percent of respondents said they trust their teams to be productive on non-office days.
