Gaza: ‘Frightening increase’ in Hepatitis A cases
UN agencies warned on Friday of the high risk of the further spread of infectious diseases in Gaza, amid chronic water scarcity and no way to adequately manage waste and sewage.
Month: August 2024
UNICEF reports 32 children killed, many injured and detained in Bangladesh protests
At least 32 children were killed and many more injured and detained during student protests that erupted in Bangladesh in July, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Friday.
Open Educational Resources (OER)
Open Educational Resources (OER) represent a transformative approach to education by providing freely accessible, openly licensed materials that can be used for teaching, learning, and research. OER encompass a wide range of resources, including textbooks, course readings, multimedia applications, and interactive learning modules. The primary aim of OER is to reduce the barriers to education by making high-quality resources available to anyone, anywhere, at no cost. This approach not only democratizes access to education but also fosters a culture of sharing and collaboration among educators and learners worldwide. The concept of OER is rooted in the open education movement, which advocates for the removal of legal, financial, and technical barriers to educational resources. The adoption of OER can significantly reduce the cost of educational materials, which is particularly beneficial for students who might otherwise struggle to afford expensive textbooks and resources. Moreover, OER can be customized and adapted to suit specific educational needs, enabling educators to enhance […]
Collaboration Between Voice Actors And Instructional Designers
Exploring the collaboration between voice actors and Instructional Designers in detail, addressing the challenges and opportunities that come in this field. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. eLearning Design and Development Source: eLearning Industry Read More
Fight bigotry whenever and wherever it appears, UN chief declares
Top UN officials on Friday called for a stand against bigotry “wherever and whenever it appears”, paying tribute to the hundreds of thousands of Roma and Sinti, brutally murdered during the Second World War by the Nazis.
Humanitarians call for greater support for Sudan following famine declaration
Humanitarians appealed on Friday for more resources for war-ravaged Sudan and unimpeded access to people in need, now that famine has been confirmed in parts of the country.
Why Gen Z Needs You To Invest In EQ Training
There’s an urgent need for emotional intelligence (EQ) training, as Gen Z struggles with burnout and anxiety. Prioritizing EQ in Learning and Development is essential for improving team dynamics and overall workplace success. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Emotional Intelligence Source: eLearning Industry Read More
UN envoy urges action to address ‘growing risk of a serious escalation’ in the Middle East
The top UN envoy in the Middle East called on Friday for urgent action to address the “growing risk” of regional escalation following recent deadly attacks in Lebanon, the Syrian Golan Heights and Iran linked to the war in Gaza.
AI In Project Management: More Than Just The Hype?
AI enhances project management by optimizing tasks and identifying risks, though its effectiveness depends on data quality. It improves efficiency and collaboration but lacks contextual understanding, requiring human oversight. Balancing AI with human expertise is key for optimal project management. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Artificial Intelligence Source: eLearning Industry Read More
Compliance eLearning For Financial Services
Compliance training often comes with a bad reputation—it’s time to change that! This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Compliance Training Source: eLearning Industry Read More
Heat claims more than 175,000 lives annually in Europe, latest data shows
A staggering 175,000 people die from heat-related causes every year in Europe and that figure is set to soar in line with our steadily warming planet. That’s the warning from the UN World Health Organization (WHO), which said on Friday that European countries are seeing temperatures rise at around twice the global average.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Friday, August 2 (game #152)
Your final Strands puzzle of the week is a fairly straightforward one once you work out what the theme is… but that in itself is a challenge. There are hints below if you need them. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today, NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don’t read on if you don’t want to know the answers. NYT Strands today (game #152) – hint #1 – today’s theme What is the theme of today’s NYT Strands? • Today’s NYT Strands theme is… Here, there, and everywhere NYT Strands today (game #152) – hint #2 – clue words Play any of these words to unlock the in-game hints system. TROUTMANEBEETBENDSIDETOUGH NYT Strands today (game #152) – hint #3 – spangram What is a hint for today’s spangram? • Where you are NYT Strands today (game […]