In global economy, being able to pick up a language quickly can often mean the difference in making a good impression, landing a dream job, or even traveling safely. Fortunately, language training is now increasingly available in a mobile capacity, meaning you can access the training you need, when and wherever you need it. This need for more agile language training is why we are pleased to announce the addition of 40 Living Language courses to the OpenSesame library. ... [more]
Starting something new is always a bit scary. This particularly true when instituting a new program in the workplace. Employees are often suspicious of the motives behind a change, and are apprehensive about what it means for their workload and job roles. Therefore, launching an elearning program at your company without first addressing these concerns can result in low usage and a lack of interest in the program. ... [more]
Have you ever been nervous about presenting in front of a group or running a big project? We’ve all been there, but with a little bit of training, it’s possible to become a pro at both. This week’s Course of the Week deals feature courses to help you design and deliver presentations that pop, as well as achieve PMP Agile certification. Additionally, we’ve got two courses to help make sure your office is a safe environment for you to deliver and lead such projects. ... [more]
These endless winter storms have everyone in a bit of a rut, so we decided to mix things up! Our Course of the Week deals featured this week cover a wide range of topics including: project management professional (PMP) certification, OSHA training, a cosmetology bundle and leadership skills. Of course, no matter the topic, one thing remains the same...the fantastic savings! Through March 4, save anywhere from 50-80% off on the courses below. ... [more]
Technology in education can trace its roots as far back as radio, when students in remote areas without a dedicated school house used to tune in to receive lessons. Since then, records, video cassettes, DVDs and now, the cloud, have been used to deliver education and training. This long history of technology in the classroom has led to a number of adaptations in education, the most recent embodiment being the blended learning movement. ... [more]
On this last day of Tech Week, I want to focus on an often overlooked, but vital, player of the tech world—the project manager. Project management is a demanding and thankless profession, requiring a higher than average amount of ball juggling and incurring high levels of stress in the process. And while project management is necessary in nearly every field and industry, the importance of project management, and by association the project manager (PM), is often belittled or unacknowledged. ... [more]
You would never build your office without doors and locks to protect your company’s property, right? Most companies don’t provide formal training to their software development teams. More than 1,000 software vulnerabilities exist today that allow attackers to exploit applications. Developers cannot be expected to know how to thwart these risks. As a result, developers can unknowingly leave openings, providing hackers access your company’s assets. ... [more]
From hazardous materials and discrimination, to boring meetings and unclear goals, the workplace can be a treacherous place. Fortunately, our course of the week deals have come to the rescue! This week, you’ll receive 20-80% savings on courses in the business skills, compliance & safety, and tech & software categories. Make sure you’re quick; these deals will only be around through February 13! ... [more]
While the dominance of mobile may not come as a surprise, the rate of its growth has left many companies scrambling to catch up. Demand for mobile applications has skyrocketed, along with the cost to develop those apps. Fortunately, this same growth has also lowered the barriers to entry for developing mobile apps, allowing individuals to build applications on their own with minimal ramp-up time. If you’re planning to build a mobile application this year, but don’t have programming skills, we’ve laid out the pros and cons of the options available to get you started. ... [more]
The short window of calm between the holidays and the chaos of returning to work provides a great opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments and lesson of the previous year. Better than most, learning professionals understand how to apply those lessons moving forward into the new year. These lessons and insights are tools we wanted to bring to the entire OpenSesame community. ... [more]
