With financial support and assistance from Microsoft, the Alabama Department of Education announced plans to roll out “CareerForward,” a powerful online course covering globalization, career planning, financial literacy and entrepreneurship, statewide by the 2009–2010 school year to make sure students are college- and career-ready, and able to compete in the 21st century global economy. CareerForward is unique in its focus on the critical development of a skilled work force, helping young citizens assess their skills and interests, explore global opportunities, and recognize the importance of technology in jobs of the future.

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