New Study Examines Skills and Education Necessary for 21st Century Workforce

Ryann K. Ellis

A new study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and University of Phoenix study explores disconnect between three million available jobs and high unemployment. Fifty-three percent of employers say their companies face a significant challenge in recruiting non-manageri... More »

Unformal, the New Normal?

Pat Galagan

The days of informal learning being a shadowy entity unto itself are gone. Learning on-the-fly is now part of any well-balanced learning intake. As the incoming tide of informal learning advances on the tiny beach blanket of formal learning and seems likely to engulf it... More »

Twitter As a Learning Tool. Really.

Pat Galagan

Savvy trainers are using micro-blogging to foster informal learning and meet likeminded peers. Heres a scenario to give trainers pause. Youre presenting at a conference. Minutes into your session, a number of people are tapping furiously at their phones or reading incom... More »