In a collaborative push to align academic learning with real-world employability, Learning Spiral and ObserveNow hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled “Bridging the Skills-to-Jobs Gap: Leveraging AWS Skill Builder.” The event aimed to highlight how academic institutions can integrate cloud-based tools like AWS Skill Builder into their curricula to foster outcome-driven and skill-first education models.
Moderated by Mr. Manish Mohta, Managing Director of Learning Spiral and a noted advocate for education reform, the session featured prominent academic leaders including:
- Prof. (Dr.) Manpreet S. Manna, Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University
- Prof. B. S. Satyanarayana, Vice Chancellor, Dayananda Sagar University
- Dr. K.B. Lingegowda, Vice Chancellor, Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education
- Dr. Rajashekhar Biradar, Pro VC, Reva University
- Dr. Vivek Kumar Gupta, Registrar, Sharda University
The panel explored how institutions can become flexible platforms that equip students with digital fluency, cloud literacy, and AI-powered competencies from the start of their academic journey. Mr. Mohta emphasized the shift from degree-focused education to employability-led learning, stating, “Programs like AWS Skill Builder offer not only knowledge but also practical pathways to future-ready careers.”
Key discussion points included the need for:
- Integrating AI, cloud tools, and micro-credentials into the curriculum
- Faculty development programs aligned with emerging technologies
- Virtual skill labs and pilot testing AWS modules across departments
- Strengthening public-private partnerships for scalable impact
Speakers emphasized that the traditional education model must evolve into one that provides hands-on, industry-aligned experiences. AWS Skill Builder was identified as a transformative solution—accessible, scalable, and relevant—to empower both students and educators in building career-ready skills.
The webinar concluded with a unanimous call for academic institutions to reposition themselves as enablers of employability through meaningful EdTech collaborations and curriculum innovation.