MOOC Alert

Pat Galagan

Massive open online courses, or mechanical MOOCs, are predicted to move the needle on online learning in higher education. These free courses that grab content, instant-feedback exercises, quizzes, and more from the open Web, don't use traditional instructors or designe... More »

Corporate Executive Board Buys Assessment Supplier SHL

Ryann K. Ellis

The Corporate Executive Board Company (CEB), a leading member-based advisory company,recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SHL, a global leader in cloud-based talent measurement and management solutions, from funds managed by HgCapital ... More »

Things That Change Our Minds, Literally

Pat Galagan

Speaking more than one language, having dyslexia, and using search engines can all make subtle changes in our brains - some better than others. Some cognitive habits help us learn, remember, and behave differently. More »

Zen for Stressed-Out Achievers

Achievers, whose very success may be increasing their stress, turn to Zen for help. More »