Could education be the stumbling block when it comes to Australia embracing the digital future? Could we end up with a ubiquitous high speed broadband network that we really don’t know what to do with?
In this week’s CrossTalk we look at the decreasing numbers of people studying engineering and science at University. Even at the TAFE level we’ve seen a shortfall in trained resources able to meet demands for the build of the NBN.
It’s seen as a significant issue by all of our guests on this week’s program:
• Alan Patterson, CEO of the Australian Computer Society;
• Patrick Fair, chairman of the Internet Industry Association;
• Mark Gregory, senior lecturer at RMIT University in Melbourne; and
• Kevin Morgan, industry commentator and CommsDay columnist.
If it’s a recognised issue, do we have an answer? The Coalition’s paper on ‘E-government and the Digital Economy’ promises that they will work closely with States and Territories to reverse the deterioration in relative performance in educational outcomes and ensure extra funding leads to better outcomes. It doesn’t say how.
As you’ll hear, a lot has to do with how a career in ICT is sold to today’s young people. At the moment, perhaps, it’s just not sexy enough.
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The 3 Key Elements of Internal Communication
Darren Briggs discusses the three key elements of successful internal communications — an inspiring message, inspirational leadership and inspired people.
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Goodbye to a no-deal Brexit, ever
Three votes at Westminster – what do they mean and why has the pound responded? I talk to NAB’s Gavin Friend in London.
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The Perils of Population Growth
Do we need population growth to enjoy economic growth? For many countries immigration seems to be the only way forward – remember the Big Australia policy?
