We live in an age where entrenched political ideologists classify and vilify real-world issues like climate change and cultural inclusion as ‘Democratic’ or left-wing issues when in fact, the culprit in lies not in political differences, but in curriculum ideologies. For ages, educators have disagreed over curriculum – what should be taught, how it should be taught, and which teaching method yields ...
Long ago, when my son attended kindergarten, I remember one of the mantras his teacher used when classmates were unkind to one another. “You can’t say, you can’t play.” At the time, little did I know that this phrase came from a brilliant book written by Vivian Paley who conducted experiments with kindergarteners regarding the fairness of the rule. At a time when children separate from home an...
I’ve heard many co-workers comment on the way ZOOM drains us. For some, the feeling of being drained may be due to the application’s “newness,” popularity and primary mode of both work and home communication. Although I do believe that all interactions (including ZOOM ) have the potential to sap our energy given the personality differences among us (i.e. introverts, extroverts, ambivert person...
Augmented Reality, or AR, is becoming more and more seamlessly interwoven into our lives today. Take, for instance, heads-up displays in cars that show the changing speed limit alongside your current speed as you drive. Or museums, like the Smithsonian in DC, that bring life-sized dinosaurs to life, creating a more engaging and interactive learning experience for visitors. As an employer, it is important to learn wha...
Did you know that 7 out of 10 people say that training and development opportunities influence their decision to stay with a company? In this digital age and with so many educational options out there, it is easier than ever to find training that works best for your team. Many people find online learning more appealing, due to its flexible and cost-effective nature. With this new digital wave, many different fa...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a very common phenomenon nowadays. It can be seen everywhere, from your social media feed to your Google searches. Your data is being collected and analyzed so that you can ultimately have a better user experience through more personalized and relevant content. Machine learning is a form of artificial intelligence, in which computers learn to recognize patterns over time and are ...
For the students and working professionals in the digital age, many educational and training courses have moved online. According to College (Un)Bound, the number of students enrolled in at least one online course grew from 1.6 million in 2002 to 6.1 million in 2010. Unfortunately, there are many online courses that lack quality content, proper pacing and effective layouts. It is important to find the right onl...
The competition for government contracts is fierce, so it is important to have a proposal that sets you apart. Luckily, we’ve put together some tips on how to get your business proposal locked down. Establish needs and requirements. First it is important to understand the customer’s needs, review and comment on any draft Request for Proposal (RFP), review customer Requests for Information, and inves...
Not only are consumers driven by value, but employees are too. Employees are becoming more and more aware of a company’s overall message, the causes it supports and its treatment of partners and contractors. People want to become a part of companies that share their values. All employers should consider this when shaping a company’s culture. When employees buy into the vision and values of a company, they...
Amongst employers everywhere, there has been a recent shift in focus to the employee experience. With this new focus comes a greater discussion on how and where employees do their work. Work locale possibilities include a singular location where everyone works together, multiple locations, remote work, etc. Work style and communication can include virtual tools, such as video chat and collaboration software. Whereas ...