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Learning Solutions Magazine: London + xAPI + Bar = London xAPI Barcamp by Nick Washburn
Earlier this month, the sold-out London xAPI Barcamp packed the reserved meeting space of the Britannia Pub in Kensington with almost 60 people. The list of speakers participating in the Barcamp was a veritable who’s who in xAPI today. It was kind of like speed dating for xAPI, and it worked!
Learning Solutions Magazine: What Is Agile Software Development? by Pamela S. Hogle
Agile is among the most popular software development models in use today, with many developers crediting its use with improving customer satisfaction and enhancing team collaboration.
Coursera: What do we mean by “data”?
Sneak peek videos give you a glimpse into top courses on popular topics. Today’s featured video is from the Data Analysis and Interpretation Specialization, offered by Wesleyan University. New to data science? This video provides a great overview of key data science concepts and vocabulary – including definitions and examples of terms like sample, observation, variable, […] The post What do we mean by “data”? appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Onboarding Built Today, But Designed for the Future by Seniye Groff
Since 2003, Fortis Construction, based in Portland, Oregon, has experienced unprecedented growth. As expected with a company that grows quickly, this resulted in some growing pains. A key part of the solution has been development of a formal training strategy and a structure that offers consistency and prepares employees to embrace future challenges.
Coursera: Data science applications: Food, music, and public health
Sneak peek videos give you a glimpse into top courses on popular topics. Today’s featured video is from the Data Science at Scale Specialization, offered by the University of Washington. What can data tell us about recipes? Music trends? Flu season? University of Washington Associate Professor Bill Howe takes a look at data science research […] The post Data science applications: Food, music, and public health appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: Learner Story: A father of four and full-time professional becomes an MBA student
David had always dreamed of continuing his education, but with four children and a full-time job, he didn’t think he would ever have a chance to do so. Then he found Coursera – and eventually built the skills and confidence he needed to apply to an international MBA program. Here’s his story: I’m a father […] The post Learner Story: A father of four and full-time professional becomes an MBA student appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: Why GIS is Awesome
Sneak peek videos give you a glimpse into top courses on popular topics. Today’s featured video is from the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, offered by the University of California, Davis. Spatial data analysis plays an increasingly important role in many industries – from agriculture to public health. In this video, UC Davis researcher Nick […] The post Why GIS is Awesome appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: Why GIS is awesome
Sneak peek videos give you a glimpse into top courses on popular topics. Today’s featured video is from the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, offered by the University of California, Davis. Spatial data analysis plays an increasingly important role in many industries – from agriculture to public health. In this video, UC Davis researcher Nick […] The post Why GIS is awesome appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: Find the right course faster: Search by skill
By Airong Cai, Data Scientist @ Coursera With over 2,000 courses on Coursera, in just about every subject and at a range of levels, we almost certainly have the right course for you – no matter what goal you’re trying to achieve. However, finding the perfect course in a catalog of 2,000 is often no […] The post Find the right course faster: Search by skill appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: The Critical Role of Companies in Closing the Skills Gap
By Kevin Mills, Head of Corporate Partnerships At Coursera, we believe that life-transforming education should be available to everyone, everywhere. It’s this inspiring mission that has attracted 147 of the world’s best universities to join forces with Coursera to offer high quality courses to our 23 million learners. Our university partners are making tremendous progress […] The post The Critical Role of Companies in Closing the Skills Gap appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: New Course: How to Apply to College, from the University of Pennsylvania
Are you applying to college this year – or are you the friend, parent, or teacher of a student who will be submitting applications soon? This week, the University of Pennsylvania launched an innovative new course designed just for you. It’s called “How to Apply to College,” and it’s is designed to support students – […] The post New Course: How to Apply to College, from the University of Pennsylvania appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Learning Leaders: Julie Dirksen on the Importance of Feedback in Changing Behavior by Pamela S. Hogle
A key reason that employees’ behavior doesn’t change, even after comprehensive training, is a lack of feedback, according to Guild Master Julie Dirksen.
edX: Cybersecurity – Personal Safety, Professional Opportunities
Cybersecurity has rapidly become a key concern in every industry and every organization across the globe. The incredible connectivity and technological innovations that we enjoy today in our personal and professional lives, that have made possible new, more efficient forms of commerce, communication, and entertainment, have also brought a host of emerging threats and risks, the scope of which we have only just begun to... Read More about Cybersecurity – Personal Safety, Professional Opportunities The post Cybersecurity – Personal Safety, Professional Opportunities appeared first on edX Blog.
Iversity: Flexible Online Learning is Better Learning
Today I want to take a closer look at the mode of instruction in traditional professional development and compare it to effective online learning and blended formats. Elearning was all too often seen as a cheap alternative to classroom instruction. The in-person seminar is supposedly the gold standard of teaching and learning. However, there is little […] The post Flexible Online Learning is Better Learning appeared first on iversity Blog.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Five Best Practices When Converting Classroom Content for the Virtual Classroom by Adam Stone
Taking traditional training materials online is akin to substituting baking soda for baking powder. It can be done, but it’s not a straight one-to-one translation. Adjustments must be made: content, learner situation, format, and more. Here are five best practices for making those adjustments!
Learning Solutions Magazine: Five Disruptions in Learning and Performance That You Must Adopt Now by Vicki Kunkel
About six percent of Fortune 500 companies have reimagined and redefined work and, in the process, have enjoyed increased profits and higher employee morale. How did they do it? By embracing and implementing disruptive technologies in employee performance and training. Here are the five disruptive technologies that are the “secret sauce” for these companies’ successes.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Pearson Shares Its Learning Design Principles by Pamela S. Hogle
In a push for transparency, Pearson has published a set of 45 learning design principles under an open license; a company blog says that the company seeks an “extended dialogue” around their use.
Coursera: 5 Great Places to Live as a Data Scientist
The Data Buzz series brings you a regular roundup of what’s trending in data science. The demand for data scientists is growing in nearly every field worldwide. While San Francisco remains a mecca for tech jobs, data-driven corporations are setting up shop around the globe. Whether you want to work in an established research facility […] The post 5 Great Places to Live as a Data Scientist appeared first on Coursera Blog.
Coursera: 5 great places to live as a data scientist
The Data Buzz series brings you a regular roundup of what’s trending in data science. The demand for data scientists is growing in nearly every field worldwide. While San Francisco remains a mecca for tech jobs, data-driven corporations are setting up shop around the globe. Whether you want to work in an established research facility […] The post 5 great places to live as a data scientist appeared first on Coursera Blog.
edX: 12 Courses Learners Love
Celebrate Your Love for Learning Today, we celebrate love of all types, including the love of learning. Hearing from our learners inspires us everyday, especially when they share their favorite courses. Check out these 12 courses learners love. 1. The Science of Happiness – UCBerkeleyX (Self-Paced) Learner rating: 4.5/5 2. World of Wine: From Grape to Glass – AdelaideX (Self-Paced) Learner rating:... Read More about 12 Courses Learners Love The post 12 Courses Learners Love appeared first on edX Blog.