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History of AI: Timeline and the Future

May 19, 2023 

The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) dates back several decades and has roots in the origins of modern computing. The history of AI includes the many ways television shows and movies use it as a simplistic catchall for the fear that technology is taking over our lives. This is a misleading depiction, of course, especially the stories where humanlike robots fight back against their creators, such as in “Blade Runner” and “2001: A Space Odyssey.” Setting aside the anxieties that the technology may provoke, AI now offers many benefits to our lives. They include: Increasing efficiency of transportationLimiting the need […]

What Is Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML)?

May 19, 2023 

Machine learning is part of our everyday life. That’s because the concept exists at the core of a wide number of tech-driven innovations. Speech recognition devices use machine learning, as do chatbots that assist you on a website. Machine learning can also help detect fraud to keep your finances safe and enable computers to help connect you with online ads relevant to your interests. It’s become increasingly difficult to go through a day without having a machine learning-based interaction. However, machine learning hasn’t just arrived — it’s evolving. A prime example is the emergence of tiny machine learning. Also known […]

How to Get Into Fintech and What It Is?

May 19, 2023 

Technology has had a major impact on the finance industry in recent years. This evolution has created a unique space called financial technology, or fintech, that has involved the rise of such tools as cryptocurrency, robo advisors, and personal finance apps, among many others. This rapidly changing environment has shifted how consumers interact with their financial institutions. People can now automate transactions from anywhere in the world and access their banking information any time of day. With over 26,000 fintech companies around the world, according to 2021 data from Statista, many people may be wondering how to get into fintech […]

Digital Tools in Higher Education: Empowered Learning

May 18, 2023 

The future of higher education is digital — something that Dr. Mark Lombardi, president of Maryville University, recognized long before many other university leaders. “Maryville is leading the revolution because we understand the way students engage with learning and information is fundamentally different than it was in the past,” Dr. Lombardi told Maryville Magazine. With its comprehensive approach to leveraging digital tools in education, Maryville University is leading the charge. “The demands of a rapidly evolving digital world, the democratization of knowledge, the availability and access of content, and the fierce market demands of demographic change combined with price sensitivity and public scrutiny […]

Shaping the Cybersecurity Leaders of Tomorrow: Insights from Maryville Online Students

May 18, 2023 

The Maryville Online Master’s in Cybersecurity can equip students with the most sought-after technical skills, business acumen, and valuable certifications such as CISSP, ECSA, ECES, CISA, CCSP, and Splunk Core Certified Power User. Enrolled students can gain expertise in auditing, troubleshooting, risk analysis, governance, pen testing, and credentials required for management and C-suite positions in the cybersecurity field. Three Maryville Online students – Brandy Gordon, Tina Lampe, and Ayesha Akhtar – share their graduate cybersecurity program experiences. Why did you choose to obtain your degree online instead of on campus? What made you choose Maryville Online over other online colleges to pursue […]

Guide to Small Business Grants in Missouri

April 27, 2023 

Types of Small Business Grants The main grant types in the U.S. are federal, state, local, and corporate. These grants often focus on a specific group of people or industry or are general funds awarded through a contest. Sometimes grants are only offered once, but they are often awarded annually. Federal grants come directly from the U.S. government. They may be given to a state, region, or county that will then choose individuals to award. These grants may also be awarded directly to an individual or business. For some federal grants, only nonprofit or community-run organizations are eligible, so it’s […]

The Value of Different Perspectives in Professional and Learning Environments

April 21, 2023 

“We don’t get harmony when everybody sings the same note.” These words from author Steve Goodier speak to the value of being open to different perspectives. Often the richest learning and discoveries happen when people listen to the varied and unique perspectives of co-workers, fellow students, and other people they encounter. When you open yourself to new ideas, you expand your perspective and view of the world. Expand Your Thinking Learning about the experiences of others can expand one’s thinking and scope of experience. Kathryn Funk shares an experience she had as an online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) […]

Maryville University’s online Bachelor of Social Work Program Earns CSWE Accreditation

April 18, 2023 

ST. LOUIS (April 18, 2023) — Maryville University today announced that its online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree program has received accreditation from the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE). As the sole accrediting body for social work programs in the United States, accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Commission on Accreditation (COA) allows BSW graduates to apply for advanced degrees and licensures. In addition to future BSW graduates being recognized as graduating from an accredited program, the accreditation also is applied retroactively for students who entered or graduated from the program during its 2020 candidacy period. […]

How to Stay Healthy in College: Tips for Students

April 18, 2023 

Staying healthy in college is an important component of success. Getting enough sleep can help ensure you’ll remain mentally alert during class and while working on homework assignments. Eating whole, nutritious foods (as opposed to a diet of pizza, potato chips, and meal replacement bars) can help you remain focused and energized. The benefits of staying healthy while learning aren’t just anecdotal. A significant association has been documented between students’ dietary behaviors, health, and academic performance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Staying on top of your health can help you ward off illness and maintain […]

Best Productivity Tools of 2023

March 31, 2023 

Adult learners trying to be parents, partners, employees, and students simultaneously can find that staying on top of their various responsibilities is difficult. If you’re among the millions of adults who aren’t highly organized, some of your must-do tasks like finishing homework assignments, finalizing work projects, hiring a plumber, picking up the dry cleaning, or baking cupcakes for an event at your child’s school can get lost in the mix. The good news is that several apps and websites are now available that can help you manage your time, your finances, and other aspects of your life. Below are a […]