"The future of work has arrived, and one of its monikers is the Gig Economy. Spawned by the rise of the Millennial population and the 2008 economic downturn, this emergent labor market is characterized by the prevalence of short-term contracts or freelance work rather than full-time or permanent employment."—Source: EDUCAUSE Review
WHY THIS MATTERS:
How do we effectively train students for a workforce that is undergoing major upheaval? This article discusses how to help students succeed in the gig economy after graduation and for many years beyond. —Eduwire Editors
