Dive Brief:
- A special edition of "Knowledge Management and E-Learning" offers nine cases of higher education partnerships that link curriculum, research, and institutional missions to the goals of city planners.
- According to eCampus News, the alignment specifically focuses on city development plans related to technology-based systems and services.
- In the United States, many smart city initiatives aim to fill gaps in workforce readiness, aligning curriculum in high schools and colleges to meet the needs of local employers.
Dive Insight:
"Knowledge Management & E-Learning" is a peer-reviewed, international journal. Besides cities in the United States like Chicago that are profiled in the special edition, the nine cases span Italy, India, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, Tanzania, South Africa, and Canada. Researchers say such partnerships between higher education institutions and local leaders are gaining momentum around the world. Smart cities are those that use technology to solve urban problems and better engage residents and other stakeholders.