Compliance training programs can often feel overwhelming due to the various complexities involved, such as evolving standards, regulatory requirements, business goals, and employee needs. To effectively manage compliance training, it is essential to focus on three core principles that can guide the program and address common pitfalls. Compliance training is not just about audits, breaches, … Read more
5 More Things A Teacher Says Educators (& Others) Should Know is the headline of one of my recent Education Week columns. 5 things a veteran teacher (that’s me!) says educators, researchers, and others should know. About The Author
“ Why Is It Necessary To Measure COI In Addition To ROI? When organizations are considering investing in a new training solution, they typically go through a series of steps to evaluate their needs, set future goals, develop and implement a strategy, and calculate the Return On Investment (ROI). ROI is a critical metric for … Read more
Reuters reported that the leader of the ruling party Georgian Dream, Bidzina Ivanishvili, claimed victory shortly after preliminary results indicated their lead in the pivotal election focused on Georgia’s future path in Europe. The Georgian Dream party, led by billionaire businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili, was reported to have secured 53% of the vote based on over … Read more
Russia raised its key interest rate by 200 basis points to 21% on Friday, citing consumer price increases considerably above its forecast and warning of ongoing high inflation risks in the medium term. This move exceeded the 100 basis-point hike that analysts had expected, bringing the institution’s benchmark rate to its highest level since February … Read more
The current situation in California’s foster system is dire, as many foster family agencies are facing a crisis due to insurance issues. The Nonprofits Insurance Alliance of California, which previously insured 90% of foster family agencies in the state, issued letters of nonrenewal to all agencies, citing concerns about accountability in cases where children are … Read more
Literacy is arguably the most crucial skill needed for students to achieve academic and professional success. Establishing strong literacy skills from an early age is essential, as without them, many students may struggle to learn to read. A high-quality literacy ecosystem is key in ensuring students have the support they need to excel. While implementing … Read more
The Hechinger Report recently published an article headlined The habits of 7 highly effective schools. It’s a summary of a study (not behind a paywall) finding that effective schools seemed to shared several traits, including “they created a culture of belonging, delivered consistent grade-level instruction, and built a coherent instructional program.” In addition: “The schools … Read more
(I’m republishing my best posts from the first half of the year. You can see the entire list of them here) Clker-Free-Vector-Images / Pixabay CAUSE, EFFECT, AND THE STRUCTURE OF THE SOCIAL WORLD, a new paper/chapter by MEGAN T. STEVENSON seems to be making a minor stir in research circles this week. I first heard … Read more
Microsoft, a leading enterprise software company, saw a bullish reversal in September, gaining over 3% for the month despite some profit-taking in recent sessions. The stock has been hovering around the 50-day moving average, indicating a potential buying support level. While Microsoft is not yet ready for a new breakout to all-time highs, it is … Read more