World War II-era training program prepares companies for rapid change

TWI underscores the importance of front-line management during a crisis or period of change, like the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Aman Kidwai • March 31, 2020

CompTIA offers free e-learning to test drive an IT career

As telework increases due to the spread of COVID-19, companies are heavily relying on the expertise of IT professionals.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 31, 2020

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

How IBM aims to bridge the upskilling gap

While its new open courses are aimed toward young people, they may serve a need present in all age groups.

By Kathryn Moody • March 31, 2020

Is it working? How to measure the impact of adaptive learning

Learn how to measure the impact and effectiveness that adaptive learning has had on your organization post-implementation.

By Matthew Brown, VP of Brand and Learning Success, Schoox • March 30, 2020

Soft skills training is a priority, but lack of time and resources stands in the way

Still, developing tech may offer HR and L&D professionals a way forward, a Talespin study reported.

By Katie Clarey • March 24, 2020

Free trainings, resources aim to ease the transition to remote work

HR Dive has complied a list of offerings that may help HR pros manage remote work, upskilling and business continuity.

By Aman Kidwai • March 24, 2020

Hilton uses Oculus VR to train for broken coffee makers, other 'frustrating' guest issues

Some organizations see VR as an effective tool for empathy training, particularly for situations that may be difficult to recreate in real life.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2020

Using L&D to master the elements of onboarding

Onboarding has evolved from a pleasant formality to a strategic initiative that companies need to get right.

By Aman Kidwai • March 17, 2020

3 lessons to help supervisors handle employee requests

When in doubt, sources said, supervisors should be trained to go to HR.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2020

Upskilling a priority at most companies, but some workers are left behind

A perception gap regarding how employers respond to feedback may play a role in why workers aren't getting what they need from upskilling programs.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 17, 2020

DOL finalizes rule overhauling apprenticeship program

Not all stakeholders are fans of DOL's approach, which allows entities other than the agency to evaluate apprenticeship programs.

By Ryan Golden • March 11, 2020

Upskilling initiative aims to improve diversity, fill software engineering roles

General Assembly has partnered with Guardian, Humana and Union Pacific Railroad for the training program.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 10, 2020

DevOps requires upskilling, but not enough employers are offering it

The field is a strong example of how the talent shortage challenges the hunt for specialized skills and pushes skill development in-house.

By Kathryn Moody • March 10, 2020

Wake Forest, Kaplan partner on financial services certifications

The offering aims to support the growing financial services and fintech sectors, the pair said.

By Kate Tornone • March 10, 2020

Disruption is coming. Is L&D ready for the 2020s?

Whatever changes are in store for tomorrow’s workers, experts agree that employers can act now — perhaps by one-upping one another to provide the best experience.

By Ryan Golden • March 9, 2020

Certifications remain relevant in cybersecurity hiring

As some employers move away from degree and certification prerequisites, others cling tightly to such job requirements.

By Kate Tornone • March 3, 2020

Advancements in training help brick-and-mortar retail evolve

Retail jobs are beginning to look more like "knowledge work," from the benefits to the increased emphasis on onboarding and training.

By Aman Kidwai • March 3, 2020

New York awards $3M in training grants

"The state's workforce must adapt in order to take advantage of the rapidly changing economy," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said.

By Katie Clarey • March 2, 2020

Interest in machine learning and AI up, though slowing, one platform reports

As such technologies revolutionize the workplace, organizations’ learning and development efforts gain importance.

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 25, 2020

InStride partners with CUNY, Smart Horizons for employee education

The moves appear to be part of a larger trend, with education benefits having a moment in the employment space.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 25, 2020

Financial services returnship program aims to train 'tomorrow's leaders'

Returnship programs function like full-time paid internships for adults returning to work.

By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 25, 2020

Leadership training, communication are top skill courses, Cornerstone finds

Soft skills are in demand, and they don't come cheap for employers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kathryn Moody • Feb. 25, 2020

L&D in M&A: It starts with an honest culture assessment

Cultural alignment is always a work in progress, one expert says; it's not "a 'set it and forget it' type of action."

By Aman Kidwai • Feb. 25, 2020

6 skills to prepare your Gen Z employees for success at work

Gen Z employees are moving up the ranks, and L&D teams can benefit from understanding their unique needs in order to prepare your workforce to be the next generation of leaders.

By Melissa Suzuno, HR and L&D insights writer, Udemy for Business • Feb. 24, 2020

Upskilling search engine connects Texans with training opportunities

Employers' ability to survive the digital disruption will depend on their willingness to upskill workers, a previous report revealed.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 19, 2020