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Twelve Google and IBM Professional Certificates on Coursera receive ECTS credit recommendations

Coursera

FIBAA certification paves the way for higher education institutions across 49 member nations to award credit for job-relevant credentials By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO As the job market becomes more competitive, universities and employers are turning to online learning to help graduates fill in any skills gaps.

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Twelve Google and IBM Professional Certificates on Coursera receive ECTS credit recommendations

Coursera

FIBAA certification paves the way for higher education institutions across 49 member nations to award credit for job-relevant credentials By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO As the job market becomes more competitive, universities and employers are turning to online learning to help graduates fill in any skills gaps.

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Nevada DETR and Coursera announce statewide program providing free job training to thousands of people 

Coursera

“New demands of emerging industries require people to be constantly learning, this program will allow people to earn credit and certifications that will allow them to succeed.” Those interested in the program can contact their nearest EmployNV Career Hub, EmployNV Youth Hub, EmployNV Business Hub or visit the registration page to learn more.

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Using Decreasing Attention Spans to your Advantage

Origin Learning

We have been constantly bombarded with data-driven reports and survey-results that mark the sharp dip in learner attention-spans. These reports also highlight the reduced attention span among learners in the corporate world. One – memory capacity of learners is reducing and two – the dwindling attention spans. IBM Leads the Way.

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How to turn micro-certifications into a major revenue stream

Docebo

Enter online education/non-degree programs (AKA alternative credentials, micro-credentials , micro-degrees, or micro-certifications ). Big names, like Google, Tesla, IBM, Amazon, Microsoft , and Accenture have all adopted this skills > degrees hiring strategy. Increase marketability and bring in more business.

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University of Texas System and Coursera Launch the Most Comprehensive Industry Micro-Credential Program Offered by a U.S. University System

Coursera

Today, I’m excited to announce that Coursera and the University of Texas System (UT) have launched a new industry micro-credential program with a goal to prepare every UT campus student, faculty, staff, and alumni for the state’s workforce demands, at no cost to them. To learn more about Coursera for Campus, visit coursera.org/campus.

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Leadership and Business Training: Why and How?

Global eTraining

According to a recent study from IBM, 94% of employees agree to stay longer at a company if it invests in their training. And in the words of The Conference Board, “Leadership development has enormous power in both shaping and changing the culture and strategy of business. And it’s leadership training for your team.