Articles by tag: COVID-19 impact
COVID-19 has devastated communities all around the globe, continuing to result in long-term consequences for families and their wellbeing, especially for those in countries and communities already reeling from years of war and instability. In addition to the pandemic’s effect on families’ health, economic livelihoods, and more, COVID-19 will have a long-term impact on children’s […]
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U.S. Department of Education Launches Rethink Adult Ed Challenge
In recognition of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced today the Rethink Adult Ed Challenge that will expand career opportunities for adult learners through pre-apprenticeship programs. These important educational opportunities help to ensure students seeking apprenticeships are prepared with the skills they need for success. “In our […]
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SMART Upgrades Tech To Support Remote Learning
As teachers prepare to teach across virtual, hybrid, and in-person environments this semester, SMART Technologies — provider of the world’s most popular collaborative learning software and hardware — announced new software features and integrations that make it easier for teachers to build learning experiences that engage and support students from anywhere. As the COVID-19 crisis […]
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COVID-19 Education Research Report Looks Into Student Sentiment Towards Remote Learning
New research released today by Mathspace, a leading adaptive math platform, indicates three in four students are concerned about contracting COVID-19 this fall. The report also covers students’ sentiment towards remote learning and online tools. “Survey results show that students are acutely aware of the threat that COVID-19 poses to their well-being, which prompts the question: […]
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At Least a Third of The World’s Schoolchildren Unable to Access Remote Learning
At least a third of the world’s schoolchildren – 463 million children globally – were unable to access remote learning when COVID-19 shuttered their schools, according to a new UNICEF report released today as countries across the world grapple with their ‘back-to-school’ plans. “For at least 463 million children whose schools closed due to COVID-19, there was no such a thing as remote learning,” said Henrietta Fore, UNICEF […]
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G20’s Think Tank Group Warns Missing Generation’s Skill Gap Must Be Addressed
A task force of the G20 research and policy advice network, Think20 (T20), has identified artificial intelligence (AI) based learning technologies as the recommended approach to overcoming current educational challenges and ensuring existing and future employees are prepared to be a member of the workforce of today and tomorrow. With economies reeling from the repercussions of […]
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Parents Speak Up In National Survey About Wrestling With Remote Learning
As summer comes to an end, parents around the country are wrestling with how to prepare for a school year unlike any other in American history. In a new national survey of 4,600 parents, conducted by Discount School Supply (Newsweek’s #1 rated school supply website) and Co-Learn Club, 71% of parents who know their school’s plans for the […]
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Introducing Machine to Machine (M2M) Marketing: The Next Frontier in Business Automation
As the landscape of business and technology continues to evolve, a novel concept is emerging that may soon redefine the traditional marketing framework: Machine to Machine (M2M) Marketing. This innovative approach could fundamentally transform how businesses interact, making it crucial to explore its implications and potential. The Rise of M2M Marketing M2M Marketing builds […]
Trending Soon: Solving Customers’ Needs and Creating Personalized Shopping Experiences is the Future of Retail
One way that brands can enhance customer loyalty and increase their sales is by leveraging the growing consumer desire for easy and personalized shopping experiences. In a recent segment of Experts Talk for a roundtable discussion on the present and future state of retail stores, Sarah Jarvis, a Retail Marketing and Loyalty Expert at […]
Small Retailers are at the Forefront of Economic and Community Revival
As big-box retailers like Walmart and Target continue to expand their physical storefronts, small business retailers are carving out a niche by integrating deeply with their local communities. These local shops, unlike their gigantic counterparts, are leveraging their brick-and-mortar presence to enhance community ties and foster local economies. While large retailers invest in blending […]
When Using & Safeguarding Mass Amounts of Captured Data From Facility Monitoring Devices and Environments, Make it Meaningful
One of the many topics of ISC West 2024 was how the industry could overcome the strategic challenge of managing and safeguarding the massive amounts of data collected from facility monitoring devices. Cathal Walsh, the Vice President and Chief Security Officer at Guidepost Solutions, engages deeply with this issue and offered insights on refining […]