Learning: Page 14

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    Tech skill proficiency dropped 'significantly' in 2021, report says

    A lack of hard skills and high demand have contributed to talent shortages, particularly in the tech space, since well before the pandemic. 

    By • June 14, 2022
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    How work-based learning benefits Gen Z, employers

    Gen Zers are gaining the skills, social capital and the confidence to be future-ready, according to Liz Perez, chief partnership officer at NAF.

    By • June 14, 2022
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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
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    LinkedIn report: Employees say their skills are underutilized

    Managers play a unique role in creating a work culture where all employees feel empowered to learn and develop business-critical skills, according to the report.

    By Carla Bell • June 7, 2022
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    Walmart expands learning offerings under global Walmart Academy

    Companies leaned on L&D during the pandemic and the department has seen higher budgets since 2020 — a trend that will likely continue.

    By • June 3, 2022
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    Schools seek to strengthen work-based learning opportunities

    A new report details how these programs have positive impacts on student employment and earnings, academic outcomes and more.

    By Kara Arundel • June 1, 2022
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    Combining DEI with learning, Microsoft opens TechSpark hub in Mississippi

    The initiative reflects Microsoft's emerging modus operandi as a company that seeks equity through L&D.  

    By • June 1, 2022
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    How to identify and accommodate employees' varied learning styles

    Managers can use learning styles to guide assignments and communications, according to Terrence Maltbia, associate professor of organization and leadership at Columbia University.

    By Carla Bell • May 31, 2022
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    How one brewery prioritizes early, ongoing learning for its gang-affiliated workforce

    "There's no blueprint for what we're doing," said TRU Colors Chief People Officer Khalilah Olokunola.

    By Carla Bell • May 24, 2022
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    Talent, upskilling gaps threaten enterprise data aspirations

    A commitment to big data pressures companies to develop enterprisewide data and analytics talent through upskilling and recruitment. 

    By Matt Ashare • May 17, 2022
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    How one CLO trains future tech leaders while tackling gender inequality

    Technology is advancing every second and CLOs have to learn, unlearn and re-learn everyday, said Melike Aydin of UP School.

    By Carla Bell • May 17, 2022
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    Amtrak, rail workers union partner on mechanic apprenticeship

    Developed with funding from 2021's infrastructure bill, the program marks the latest in a series of apprenticeship investments by federal entities.

    By • May 16, 2022
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    Udemy's CLO shapes training for 1,400 employees — and millions of users

    "Any good leader, a learning leader, is a systems thinker," according to Melissa Daimler.

    By Carla Bell • May 10, 2022
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    The pandemic hit workers with disabilities hard. Could apprenticeships help?

    A two-year pilot program in Orange County, California, aims to be an example for employers.

    By • May 10, 2022
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    DOL awards $90M in grants to prepare young workers for clean tech jobs

    Apprenticeships are a key part of the administration's ongoing jobs strategy.

    By • May 5, 2022
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    Coursera launches skills training academy for colleges and companies

    Experts say the move could help the company strengthen its focus on selling courses to colleges rather than consumers.

    By Natalie Schwartz • May 4, 2022
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    How Rocket Software makes DEI worth the 'RIDE'

    Sharra Owens-Schwartz, the first ever senior director of Rocket's Inclusion, Diversity and Equity initiative (RIDE), discusses her equity-first approach to retention.

    By • May 4, 2022
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    How employers can set up immigrant and refugee hires for success

    ESL classes and mentorship programs with bilingual workers can help immigrant workers find their footing.

    By • May 3, 2022
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    Tyson Foods adds free degrees, certificates to suite of learning benefits

    The addition expands a suite of learning benefits that already included free ESL, GED and other classes for many front-line employees.

    By • April 29, 2022
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    PepsiCo joins the wave of corporate returnships

    "This is a unique set of people, primarily women, that aren't lacking in talent or drive," PepsiCo’s Heather Hoytink told HR Dive. "They just haven’t been given the opportunity to show up again and contribute."

    By • April 28, 2022
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    How LinkedIn creates a talent pipeline through mentorship

    Through a formal partnership with Year Up, LinkedIn teams not only gain interns but also experience as teachers.

    By • April 26, 2022
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    SHRM backs 'alternative credentials' in report

    Still, the organization's report identified some long-standing concerns held by employers regarding credentials.

    By • April 25, 2022
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    Healthcare worker training org aims to root out bias in care

    The heightened racial unrest of 2020 revealed unmet needs and windows of opportunity to challenge structural racism.

    By Carla Bell • April 19, 2022
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    Dollar General introduces no-cost degree program for employees

    Employees and their families also will have access to general education courses.

    By • April 14, 2022
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    'Just be human': Jamba Juice ex-CEO on HR and anti-racism

    Authors Krista and James D. White, a father-daughter duo, spoke about HR's role in DEI. "This is work that the CEO cannot delegate," said James.

    By • April 12, 2022
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    Walmart will pay up to $110,000 for long-haul drivers

    The company also opened a path for supply chain workers in Delaware and Texas to earn CDLs through a training program.

    By Colin Campbell • April 8, 2022