Learning and Development
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On Changes, Transitions, and Everything Nice: How Being a Cat Parent Helps Me as an L&OD Professional
About 6 months ago, I started my journey as a management consultant focusing on digital learning. However, it was in the 1st quarter of 2021 that I started my role as a cat parent to my first cat, Toffee. The following year, I adopted a rescue cat, Shadow, and welcomed another one in 2023, Effy. As both an L&OD professional and a cat parent of 3, I have come to realize some quite interesting insights. Being a cat parent actually helps me grow as an L&OD professional, too. Sounds funny, right? But hear me out. In this blog article, let’s talk about changes, transitions, and everything being a cat parent…
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Enhancing Adult Education with eLearning
eLearning has transformed not only basic education but also adult education. It has made learning more flexible and accessible for adults who want to continue their education or upskill. In this blog article, we’ll explore how eLearning enhances adult education.
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4 Digital Platforms for Social and Emotional Learning
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which students develop skills necessary to manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others. SEL also helps students establish and maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions. In this blog article, let's talk about four digital platforms to use for social and emotional learning.
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Keeping Kids Safe Online: 3 Practical Tools for Parents
Keeping children safe online can sometimes feel overwhelming for parents. To some extent, the fundamentals of online safety are expected to be taught in schools, with parents having limited to no access to what topics are covered. In this blog article, we’ll discuss different tools that can help parents and guardians monitor their children’s activities and access to keep kids safe online. Google Family Link True to its commitment to helping families create healthy and positive online practices, Family Link provides parents and guardians with various options to keep their children safe online. Some of its features include setting screen time limits, guiding children in accessing age-appropriate content, viewing and…
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Understanding Cohort-Based Learning
Cohort-based learning is an effective approach to education and training that can foster a sense of community and encourage collaboration among learners. This approach provides a structured schedule, shared learning experiences, accountability, motivation, and networking opportunities.
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Cultivating Essential Skills: The Power of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL or Social and Emotional Learning, is all about something quite human: our emotions and how we handle them. In this blog post, we'll delve into the realm of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), a subject that's gaining prominence in schools and has a profound impact on students' personal and academic growth.
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Beyond the Pandemic: Strategies for Remote Learning
Before the pandemic, the concept of remote learning was not as common as it is now. The COVID-19 pandemic drastically transformed the way education was delivered worldwide. With lockdowns and safety concerns, remote learning became the norm, challenging learners, educators, and trainers alike. Now that the restrictions have been lifted in most, if not all, countries, remote learning is here to stay, forever changing how we perceive and experience learning. In this blog post, we will explore strategies for success in remote learning beyond the pandemic.
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Edutainment: A Blend of Fun and Learning for Young and Adult Learners
In recent years, the concept of combining education with entertainment, often referred to as "edutainment," has gained significant traction. It's an innovative approach to learning that captures the interest of both young and adult learners. In this blog post, we'll explore the purpose edutainment for young and adult learners, its advantages, and the challenges it faces.
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The Art of Storytelling in Learning: Bringing Complex Concepts to Life
Stories have been a fundamental part of human culture since time immemorial. They serve as vessels for sharing experiences, transmitting wisdom, and captivating audiences. In the field of learning and development, the power of storytelling goes beyond mere entertainment – it has the potential to revolutionize learning by making intricate concepts relatable and engaging.
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Unlocking Learning Through Entertainment Media
In today’s fast-paced digital era, traditional methods of learning are being revolutionized to cater to the needs of adult learners. TV shows and movies, once seen purely as sources of entertainment, are now recognized as valuable tools that can enhance adult learning experiences. In this article, let’s talk about the benefits of entertainment media for learning. TV shows and movies provide an engaging and immersive experience, capturing attention and stimulating multiple senses. This engagement enhances understanding and retention of concepts, making learning more enjoyable. Furthermore, entertainment media portrays real-life situations and cultural dynamics, promoting cultural awareness and empathy. It allows learners to explore diverse perspectives, fostering a broader worldview and…
