There's Still Room for The Humanities In Our Tech-Focused Workforce

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Preparing the American workforce for the jobs of tomorrow is a challenge on the minds of many. Whether you're a student thinking about college, an adult who is changing careers, or an employer looking for qualified talent, having the right credentials is key.

As the economy shifts and technology grows, much of the focus has been on STEM fields. In 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected that"by 2020, there will be 1.4 million computer-science-related jobs available and only 400,000 computer science graduates with the skills to apply for those jobs." 

But Christian Madsbjerg, author of "Sensemaking: The Power of Humanities in the Age of the Algorithm," warns that the focus on coding, artificial intelligence, and machine learning is dangerous, particularly without taking into account how humanities and liberal arts create more empathetic people who are necessary in the workforce.