Designed Learning Environments For The Future
Educational

Designed Learning Environments For The Future

- by Randy Wilson

The future of education is a topic that many people are passionate about. As the world changes and new technologies become available, it’s important that we keep pace with the times and provide students with the tools they need to succeed in life. One of the keystones of this movement is designing learning environments that are not only effective but also fun and engaging for students.

A new way of thinking

You may be thinking that it’s not possible to change the way you teach, but it is. By introducing this new method of learning, you will be able to engage your students in a whole new way and help them learn more effectively.

The key is to give kids more autonomy over their own learning process. Instead of telling them what they need to know and when they need to know it (i.e., through lectures), give them the freedom …

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Effective Learning For The Modern Student
Research Study

Effective Learning For The Modern Student

- by Randy Wilson

With all of the distractions that are available today, it can be hard to focus on studying and learning. But being an active learner will help you achieve academic success. To be an active learner, you should engage with your instructors and fellow students, take notes in a way that works for you, and use study groups.

Be an active learner.

Active learning is a process of learning that involves the learner in the learning process, rather than a passive process where the learner is simply a receiver of information. Active learning can help you retain information better than passive learning, learn more efficiently, and understand concepts better.

To be an active learner:

Use study groups.

Study groups can be an excellent way to gain an edge in your studies. The benefits of study groups include:

  • Increased motivation and accountability
  • Shared knowledge, resources, and insight

However, in order for a …

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Certification Programs for Project Management Professionals
Continuing Education

Certification Programs for Project Management Professionals

- by Randy Wilson

If you are looking to advance your career in project management, then consider pursuing a certification. There are many different types of certifications available, each with their own focus and objectives. The following list contains some of the most common certification programs for project managers:

PMP Certification

PMP certification is the most recognized project management certification in the world, with more than 500,000 professionals holding this designation. PMP certification provides a globally recognized professional credential that demonstrates your ability to apply proven project management knowledge, skills and experience to any type of project; whether small or large.

PMP exam candidates must earn at least 50 PDUs (Professional Development Units) every three years in order to maintain their credential. The number of PDUs required depends on how recently you last earned your PMP credential:

50 PDUs if your last renewal was less than 2 years ago;

70 PDUs if it was …

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Caring Community Schools and Academic Achievement
Public School

Caring Community Schools and Academic Achievement

- by Randy Wilson

In the United States, we tend to think of learning outcomes for students as a combination of what happens in the classroom and at home. Although this is certainly true, there are other important factors that contribute to how well our children learn and grow in school. The quality of the communities they live in can have a major impact on academic achievement; this includes things like poverty rates and access to health care services. In fact, studies show that children who live in low-income communities with high crime rates tend to perform worse academically than their peers who live in wealthier neighborhoods with lower crime rates.

The Best of Both Worlds

Community-centered schools can help improve academic achievement.

Schools should focus on the whole child, not just their academic needs. A school that focuses on the whole child will be able to create an environment where children feel safe …

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Teachers Developing Personalized Learning Platforms
Future Education Technology

Teachers Developing Personalized Learning Platforms

- by Randy Wilson

The future of education is personalized. The traditional model of one teacher teaching one class in one classroom at a time is being replaced by personalized learning platforms that allow students to learn at their own pace and from each other. Teachers are using technology in classrooms as tools to tap into that power, which can help them engage with students who may otherwise fall through the cracks.

The future of education is personalized.

The future of education is personalized. Students can learn at their own pace, and teachers can use technology to track student progress, helping them prepare for standardized tests.

With this in mind, it’s easy to see why many teachers are developing their own personalized learning platforms–and why they’ve been doing so for years now!

Teachers are using technology in classrooms as tools to tap into the power of personalized learning.

Teachers are using technology in classrooms …

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