Do the words "social media" excite you or scare you? If it's the latter, then you had better find a way, quickly, to overcome your fears, because if you don't, the workplace will leave you behind. The ASTD Research report, "Transforming Learning With Web 2.0 Technologie... More »

Learning Technologies , Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Delivering Training , Engagement , Social Learning , Trends , Designing Learning , Innovation , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

When I was in my early 20s, I landed what everyone - including me - thought was a dream job: prestigious organization, upmarket central London location, and a great salary. Yet I hated every minute of it. I didn't connect with the mission of the organization or my colle... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Human Capital

Business Impact , Engagement , Intermediate-level Content , Training and Development - General , Trends

An interview with Edward Scannell, Director, Center for Professional Development and Training More »

Global Human Resources Development , Learning & Development , Workforce Development

Career Development , Coaching and Mentoring , Delivering Training , Designing Learning , Human Performance Improvement , Informal Learning , Simulations and Serious Games , Training and Development - General , Trends

In the professional world, the perception of an individual's value is traditionally influenced by several factors, including his formal education, certifications, and peer respect. As the Internet becomes the primary tool people use to seek information, it is playing an... More »

Career Development , Workforce Development

Career Development , Credentialing , Intermediate-level Content , Management Development , Training and Development - General , Trends

Higher Education