Literacy is defined by the UNESCO Institute of Statistics as “the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate and compute, using printed and written materials associated with varying contexts.” Literacy has fundamentally and profoundly changed society. The rise of written communication has allowed us to share and document information and bind together communities like in…
Depending on whom you ask, we are already in a recession, we can expect one very soon, or we may experience only a small correction in the coming months. As of this writing, a definitive conclusion remains elusive. There are certainly factors that suggest a recession is looming. However, there are also indications that a…
Eager to move into a rewarding new role in education? You may want to check your resume first. Applicants for many educational positions won’t even be considered if they haven’t completed a related master’s degree. While some degree seekers may see cost as a barrier, it doesn’t have to be. There are a variety of…
You stuck around through the movie credits in the hope of seeing an extra scene at the end. Just before that scene, “MMXXIII” appears on the screen. Why? Depending upon when you went to school, you may have never learned that those letters represent “2023,” but there was a time when countless schoolkids had to. …
Memorial Day is almost upon us, an annual event that typically triggers another annual phenomenon in the United States: high gas prices. By the calendar, summer starts in late June, but due to rising temperatures and dwindling school schedules, Memorial Day is considered by many to be the unofficial start of the summer season, heralding…
Are you unwittingly letting others collect, use, and even share your personal data, including contacts, location, and photos? If you spend any amount of time online, odds are that you are. Are you reading the terms and conditions (aka terms of service) of every website or app before clicking “Accept?” Odds are that you aren’t….
“Never take your eyes off the cash flow because it’s the lifeblood of business.” — Sir Richard Branson, famed entrepreneur Many elements go into making a successful enterprise, but money is without question what keeps a business alive. As such, managing the flow of money—what’s coming in, going out, and moving within—is a critical role…
More than ever, instant communication rules our workplaces, whether over digital platforms and videoconferencing or in-person meetings and discussions. In fact, the ability to effectively communicate is considered one of the top soft skills needed to thrive in the modern workplace. Individuals who can accurately relay information, provide valuable feedback, and listen to ideas can…
We’re back with five more feminist writers who changed history. If you didn’t catch our first list, you can find it here. History is replete with authors and poets who turned pain into prose, giving voice to the women of their time. There are so many feminist writers worth mentioning (and reading); we couldn’t possibly…
People earn college degrees for many reasons: to grow intellectually and culturally, to make their loved ones proud, or to gain a sense of accomplishment. The primary motivation for most people, however, is to enjoy a more rewarding career. Research backs the notion that those looking to start a career or vie for advancement within…