The CCSU Continuing Education Blog
6 Advantages of Learning a New Language
In an increasingly multicultural world, knowing more than one language can come in handy. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, or your company operates in a global market, being multilingual is an asset in both your personal and professional life. Here...
CCSU Instructor Interview Series: Dylan Bernard
Dylan Bernard is an instructor with the CCSU Office of Continuing Education's "Tech It Out" summer program. Since June 2016, Mr. Bernard has helped with various "Tech It Out" classes, including 3-D Modeling, Power to Move, and the recent Sea-Perch course. His...
Expert Interview Series: Sotiris Makrygiannis of Eliademy About Simplicity in Virtual Education
Sotiris Makrygiannis, the founder of Eliademy, is an international expert on mobility and educational technology. We recently spoke with Sotiris to learn more about how virtual education is evolving and improving. Tell us a bit about yourself. Why did you decide to...
Expert Interview Series: Marsha Weisleder of Langevin Learning Services Inc. About How to Effectively Train Trainers
Marsha Weisleder is a course leader for Langevin Learning Services with over 20 years of experience as a training professional who has trained thousands of clients. We recently had a chance to sit down with Marsha to hear her thoughts on best practices for trainers...
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7 Recruiting Tips to Improve Your Organization
Your company is only as strong as the team that’s operating it. Finding the right talent to staff your operation requires a strong talent management strategy. Here are some recruiting tips that will help your organization improve. 1. Cultivate a reputation as a...
The Importance of Taking Brain Breaks
Does your brain need a break? The fast-paced modern world seems to demand that your brain constantly respond to stimuli, from working long hours to making yourself available by phone and email 24-7 and even binging Netflix in your spare time. The average person now...
The 5 Characteristics of a Successful Organizational Development Program
An organizational development program uses employee training to improve organizational functioning and help employees develop their skills so they can be of greater benefit to the organization. Organizational development is important in meeting established goals, and...
What Happens to Your Brain When You Learn a New Skill?
Learning a new skill at any age has a specific and definite impact on your brain that scientists now know a lot about. After you learn something new, your brain is never the same again. Here are some of the ways it can change. New Neurons and Connections Each and...
The Legal Benefits of HR Training for Your Business
Human resources professionals now face an increasingly complicated body of regulations and laws that govern hiring and firing employees as well as everything in between. Gone are the days when hiring and firing people were simple. It takes a good deal of knowledge and...