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Types of Hackers: The Hats They Wear and What They Do

March 12, 2021 

Tables of Contents Types of hackersWhat Is white hat hacking?Who uses black hat hacking?Grey hat hacking: A blend of both worldsChoosing a career in ethical hackingThe future of hacking The technology that we rely on to navigate our everyday lives can make us an appealing target for skilled computer experts, also known as hackers, with malicious intent. Novel ways to take advantage of flaws in networks and computer systems are discovered every day. According to a report from the cybersecurity firm Forescout Technologies, in December 2020, millions of household and business smart devices — including devices that power critical infrastructure […]

Augmented Reality in Education: Interactive Classrooms

March 12, 2021 

Tables of Contents What is augmented reality?Benefits of augmented reality in educationAugmented reality in education examplesAugmented reality in higher educationAugmented reality apps for education The Pew Research Center reports that mobile technology use has more than doubled in the past decade from 35% in 2011 to 81% in 2019, with smartphone use especially prevalent among young Americans — about 96% of people ages 18 to 29 own a smartphone. These trends are creating opportunities for using augmented reality in education. Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that overlays digital information such as sounds, videos, and graphics on top of the real-world environment. […]

Self-Care Strategies for Social Workers

March 8, 2021 

At once immensely rewarding and enormously challenging, social work is one of the most honorable professions a person can pursue. But the stress and pressures of the job can be draining. In March 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked both child and family social worker and clinical social worker among the 25 most stressful jobs in the country Fortunately, the social work profession has begun to recognize how self-care for social workers can alleviate some of the stress that comes with the job. By incorporating self-care into their regular routines, social workers can maintain a healthy perspective and continue […]

Future of Video Games: Trends, Technology, and Types

March 4, 2021 

Table of Contents Types of Video GamesVideo Game Graphics DesignThe Video Game Development ProcessGaming Industry Trends Driving InnovationAI in Video GamesVR in Video GamesWhat Will Shape the Future of Video Games? The future of video games is bright, with billions of gamers worldwide and revenues in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Some key statistics: The games and interactive media marketearned more than $120 billion in 2019, according to SuperData; mobile games generated more than half that PC and gaming consoles generated $29.6 billion and $15.4 billion, respectively.There were 7 billion gamers worldwide in 2020 — about 35% of the world’s population — according to […]

How to Stand Out as a Career Nomad

March 2, 2021 

Employment trends have changed drastically over the past several decades. While workers in the 1950s and 1960s often stayed at the same company for their entire careers, job-hopping has become the norm today. A 2018 study conducted by the job website LiveCareer found that the average amount of time an individual spends with an employer drops with each generation: Baby boomers average 8 years with an employerGeneration X: 5.4 yearsMillennials: 2.4 yearsGeneration Z: 1.2 years With job-hopping on the rise, it’s crucial for career nomads to learn how to brand themselves to employers as desirable candidates. Why Younger Generations Job […]

College Student Wellness Guide for Remote Learners

March 2, 2021 

The typical college life portrayed in movies and on TV became anything but in 2020. Whether living on campus or attending classes remotely, college students faced new challenges as federal, state, and local authorities reacted to health threats due to the spread of COVID-19. Going off to college has always been a time for traditional students to revel in their independence and discover who they are. These are a college student’s most social years, where they make contacts in their field and friends that can last a lifetime. Staying healthy — both mentally and physically — during the pandemic has presented […]

Soil Conservation Guide: Importance and Practices

February 26, 2021 

Soils in all climates, including Arctic ecosystems, are essential to the global carbon cycle. The BBC reports that the thawing of permafrost — a type of soil in the Arctic that holds an estimated 1.5 trillion tons of carbon (more than Earth’s atmosphere and forests combined) — is releasing both carbon and poisons, such as toxins and diseases, into the atmosphere. As this Arctic soil continues to thaw, it further accelerates climate change, creating a harmful cycle that will impact future populations. What is soil conservation? Soil provides the nutrients essential for plant growth, animal life, and millions of microorganisms. […]

How to Maintain a Healthy Workplace Post-COVID-19

February 25, 2021 

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an enormous impact on businesses and workplaces, forcing many to close or operate remotely. Yelp reported that over 65,000 U.S. businesses listed on its site were marked temporarily closed in August 2020. By October, after many states and cities lifted stay-at-home orders, Gallup reported that 66% of businesses that went remote had all or some of their employees return to on-site work. As more businesses begin to reopen their offices, they must have new protocols and strategies in place to promote a healthy workplace and protect the safety of their employees. As PwC found in a 2021 survey, fewer […]

The Role of Political Psychology in Diplomacy

February 23, 2021 

Fundamentally, psychology is focused on better understanding the human mind and human behavior. Political psychology seeks to apply the same principle to the world of politics, examining the interplay between how people think, feel, and act — and the impact that has on how they approach political considerations. Through political psychology, individuals can gain deeper insight into different political ideologies, personalities, and policies — both for the public and political figures. What is political psychology? While political science typically focuses on institutions and systems of governance, political psychology is more interested in understanding individual motivations and behaviors. Much of the […]

What Is Work-Life Balance vs. Work-Life Harmony?

February 17, 2021 

As people feel the impact on daily life during a global pandemic, maintaining work-life balance and harmony is more important than ever. A 2020 Harris Poll found that stress related to the economy and work has increased significantly since 2019, with 70% of respondents saying that work was a significant stressor in their lives. This may be especially true for adults who started telecommuting because of the COVID-19 pandemic, as studies have shown that employees who telecommute work an average of three hours more per week than on-site workers. Students who started attending school online may also be struggling to […]