30 There is increasing recognition that teachers will play a key role in preparing students for the challenges of the future. We expect teachers to equip students with the skill set and knowledge required for success in an increasingly global, digital, complex, uncertain and volatile world. OECD, 2018 EMPOWERING teachers of education providers consider the graduates adequately prepared for the job market. European Commission, 2017 PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE OF JOBS EMPOWERING TEACHERS Early interaction with career guides, entrepreneurs and academics helps young people to prepare for future employment and further studies. of EU school children are taught by digitally conf ident teachers. Only 1 /4 Yet 7 2 % of education providers consider the graduates adequately prepared for the job market.