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title: "ETS: 2025 Human Progress Report"
slug: "ets-2025-human-progress-report"
author: "Jeremy Weaver"
date: "2025-02-18 22:23:56"
category: "Premium"
topics: "Skills-based credentials and Evidential Currency, AI literacy and digital skill wallets, Gen Z technological relevance, Continuous learning as a career booster, Global education and workforce adaptability"
summary: "The report reveals a global shift toward skills-based credentials—particularly AI literacy and continuous learning—as critical for advancing education and career growth, while highlighting both rising progress and ongoing concerns about tech obsolescence, especially among Gen Z."
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ETS: 2025 Human Progress Report<br><br><iframe title="ETS: 2025 Human Progress Report" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=3nu4w-180969e-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=1&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=7&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br><br><p>Summary of <a href='https://www.ets.org/human-progress-report.html'>Read Full Report</a></p>
<p>The 2025 ETS Human Progress Report explores the evolving landscape of education and career advancement across 18 countries. It reveals a rise in the Human Progress Index, highlighting improvements in education, skill development, and career growth but also emphasizes uneven progress.</p>
<p>The report underscores the growing importance of "evidential currency"—skills-based credentials—as a pathway to opportunity and success in a rapidly changing job market. Key findings suggest a significant concern among Gen Z regarding technological obsolescence and a strong global consensus on the necessity of continuous learning.</p>
<p>The report advocates for skills-based hiring practices, AI literacy, and partnerships between educational institutions, governments, and employers to build a more adaptable, equitable workforce. The study highlights a global truth that over 80% agree continuous learning is essential for success.</p>
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<li>Skills, especially AI literacy, are redefining work. By 2030, most people expect digital skill wallets and verified resumes to be the norm. Nearly two-thirds of people are seeking credentials in essential skills like AI literacy, problem-solving, creativity, communication, and technical skills.</li>
<li>Gen Z is worried about remaining relevant in the face of rapid technological changes driven by AI and automation. 65% of Gen Z workers express this concern.</li>
<li>Skills credentials, including those in AI, improve career trajectory. A large majority of people say certifying their skills improves their chances of securing better jobs. The report notes that 86% of people say certifying their skills improves the chance of securing a better or higher-paying job and improves their overall career trajectory.</li>
<li>"Evidential Currency," especially regarding AI skills, is becoming essential for meeting competition expectations and breaking down systemic barriers. As the job market becomes more competitive, credentials and real-time skill assessments continue to rise in value. The demand for AI skills has increased significantly.</li>
<li>Continuous learning, particularly in AI and related fields, is essential. Most respondents agree that continuous learning is essential for success. The 2025 report highlights that over 80% agree continuous learning is essential for success.</li>
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