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Importance of Training and Development for Employees

April 1, 2021 

Employee training and development programs are essential to the success of businesses worldwide. Not only do these programs offer opportunities for staff to improve their skills, but also for employers to enhance employee productivity and improve company culture. They also can reduce employee turnover — and a 2020 Work Institute study shows just how important that can be for a company’s bottom line. Voluntary employee turnover, according to the report, costs U.S. businesses more than $630 billion annually. With the right education and credentials, like an online bachelor’s in HR management, you can learn to address personnel challenges like this […]

How to Join Esports: A Look Into Collegiate Esports

March 30, 2021 

Dennis “Thresh” Fong is considered the first professional video game player in history, heavily responsible for putting competitive esports on the map following a five-year undefeated run in his game of choice, Quake, in the 1990s. After winning the 1997 Red Annihilation Quake Tournament, he was rewarded with a red Ferrari 328 GTS convertible that had belonged to one of Quake’s creators. Esports has witnessed explosive growth in recent years, including a spike in new fans and worldwide cultural acclaim. According to Newzoo, the number of regular viewers of esports events jumped from about 400,000 in 2018 to about half […]

Police Social Work Interventions in Emergency Response

March 30, 2021 

The U.S. experienced a dramatic surge in violent crime during the pandemic, according to a 2022 report by the Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ). Even though CCJ’s data suggests a slight downturn in violent crimes as the pandemic wanes, it found that the homicide rate as of mid-2022 was 39% higher than it was in the first half of 2019, the year before COVID-19 took hold. It also reported an 8.1% increase in reported domestic violence episodes after lockdowns were imposed. First responders — including police social workers — can play a key role in helping communities cope with violent […]

Impact of Online Education on Families: Understanding the Transition to Remote Learning

March 26, 2021 

With the onset of a global pandemic, families have adjusted to a rapid move to online education. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, 93% of households with school-age children have had experience with some form of socially distant learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a majority of those households using some form of online learning. Impact of Remote Learning on Children’s Education In April 2020, which was when school closings in the U.S. peaked, approximately 55.1 million students were affected. Educators are still learning how the switch to online learning will affect students in the long term. […]

Types of Coaching Styles for Athletes

March 18, 2021 

Bobby Knight, longtime head basketball coach of the Indiana Hoosiers, is famously quoted as saying, “To be as good as it can be, a team has to buy into what you as the coach are doing. They have to feel you’re a part of them, and they’re a part of you.” In sports, different individuals and teams flourish under different types of coaching styles. Some athletes perform best under high expectations, others require a more hands-off approach, and still others thrive under a balanced style that calls upon team input. Successful coaches match their leadership style to players’ skills and […]

The Rise of Digital Journalism: Past, Present, and Future

March 15, 2021 

Tables of Contents The Evolution of Modern Journalism in AmericaWhat Is Journalism in the Digital Age?The State of Modern Journalism in AmericaHow Different Types of Journalism Adjusted to the Digital AgeDigital Journalism SkillsThe Future of Digital Journalism Advanced communication is one of the things that set humans apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. No other species communicates with the depth and complexity we do. We’ve developed more and more intricate ways to express ourselves, from cave paintings to the written word and illuminated manuscripts to Twitter, the telephone, and FaceTime. The 20th and 21st centuries have revolutionized how […]

Developing a Corporate Sustainability Plan: Small Businesses

March 15, 2021 

Corporate sustainability consists of three pillars: environmental, social, and economic. Each business is responsible for creating a sustainability plan that acknowledges all three. In addition to protecting the environment, sustainability measures can help small businesses gain favor with consumers by demonstrating social responsibility and business ethics. Sustainable practices also positively impact a company’s bottom line by reducing resource waste and improving productivity. To learn more, check out the infographic below, created by Maryville University’s online Bachelor of Science in Sustainability. Add This Infographic to Your Site <p style="clear:both;margin-bottom:20px;"><a href="https://online.maryville.edu/blog/corporate-sustainability-plan/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://online.maryville.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/97/2021/03/MVU-BSSUS-2020-Q4-Infographic-Developing-a-Corporate-Sustainability-Plan-Small-Businesses-0303210-JG.png" alt="Information on how small businesses can develop a […]

What to Do if You Don’t Get That Promotion

March 15, 2021 

Being passed over for a promotion can be disappointing — especially when you feel that you deserved it. Even if you thought you were a perfect match for a position, organizations pass on qualified candidates for a number of reasons. For example, companies tend not to promote when they’re not doing well financially. Additionally, managers may pass over employees who don’t take initiative or don’t take credit for their work. Getting passed over for a promotion can sting, but it shouldn’t be a roadblock to your career goals. Below are just a few steps you can take to help improve […]

Top 4 Data Analysis Techniques That Create Business Value

March 15, 2021 

Tables of Contents What is data analysis?Quantitative data analysis techniquesQualitative data analysis techniquesA closer look at statistical techniques for data analysisUnlocking the business value of data analysis techniques According to Accenture, 175 zettabytes of data will exist by 2025, yet a data-value gap — the inability to unlock business value from data — remains. Accenture reports that only 32% of companies can currently extract business value from their data. To maximize opportunities from data, organizations must employ data analysis techniques and make the business case for a data analysis strategy that can help overcome the following challenges: Poor data quality. Causes of poor […]

Computer Science vs. Electrical Engineering: Exploring the Difference

March 12, 2021 

Society’s reliance on computers and electronics has never been more apparent. Whether we’re using GPS to find a new restaurant or taking a class via Zoom, technology is omnipresent in our lives. Careers that rely on and develop that technology, such as computer science and electrical engineering, impact a range of fields, from healthcare and manufacturing to finance and the arts. However, while computer science and electrical engineering roles are similar in some aspects, including the use of programming and mathematics, their work is very different. Definitions: Computer science vs. electrical engineering Computer science and electrical engineering are both rooted […]