I recently came across an interesting article from Intelligent.com revealing how 81% of managers see the need for workplace etiquette training for recent grads. They highlight weaknesses in areas like feedback and cellphone etiquette. It’s fascinating to see companies focusing on professionalism through training that covers conflict resolution and teamwork. As someone who values skill-building, these insights resonate deeply with me.
“The top topics and skills covered in workplace etiquette training programs are conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion, and collaboration and …
The article “The Aha! Framework vs. scrum vs. SAFe® vs. kanban” explores different product development methodologies, contrasting them with The Aha! Framework’s approach to help teams work with purpose and strategy. The central thesis is that The Aha! Framework integrates strategy, agility, and flexibility, offering a balanced way to deliver value to customers. Criticisms …
“The question is, can AI do that? Can we create an AI learning design assistant that interviews the human educator, asks the questions and gathers the information that the educator has in their heads about the important elements of the teaching interaction and then generates a first draft?”
The article “Inside an Effort to Build an AI Assistant for Designing Course Materials” discusses Michael Feldstein’s innovative project to create an AI tool called the AI Learning Design Assistant (ALDA), aimed at …
The Slowdown Paradox: Rethinking Productivity in the Age of Automation
In a world driven by the relentless pursuit of efficiency, the “Slowdown Paradox” emerges as a counterintuitive framework challenging traditional productivity models. The paradox invites us to question the assumption that automation’s primary role is to accelerate work processes. Instead, it advocates using technology to foster more deliberate and thoughtful work practices, focusing on quality rather than speed. This shift not only promises sustainable productivity gains but also aims to tackle pressing …
“A generation of students is reading fewer books. They might read more as they age—older adults are the most voracious readers—but the data are not encouraging.”
In “The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books,” the author delves into the troubling trend of elite college students increasingly struggling to read entire books, a problem that has become evident in recent years. Columbia University professor Nicholas Dames, along with other educators, has observed students overwhelmed by the reading requirements, …
“Companies acquiring AI without a new business model is like a company digitizing a horse and carriage—while the competition has created a digital automobile.”
This quote by Spencer Fung encapsulates the central argument that merely integrating AI into outdated frameworks is insufficient for achieving competitive advantage.
One impactful quote from the article that encapsulates its vision is:
“AI, as of 2023, has demonstrated to us that ‘it can actually DO the work by itself’ which neither Software nor SaaS did - they both just helped Humans to do work better, faster, and cheaper. AI simply does the work and that is why it may be the largest platform shift in ‘how work gets done’ that Humans have seen yet.”
Analyzing the Limitations of Traditional Brainstorming Sessions
Traditional group brainstorming sessions, often heralded as creativity catalysts, may actually hinder innovation. The article “Why Most Brainstorming Sessions Are a Waste of Time” argues that structured group ideation is more of a creativity killer when mishandled. The analysis uncovers psychological …
The landscape of digital education is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by the decline of Online Program Managers (OPMs) and the emergence of more decentralized and customizable learning platforms. This shift is part of a broader movement towards leveraging technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), to create personalized and flexible educational environments. This comprehensive exploration will delve deep into the reasons behind this shift, assess its implications for smaller educational institutions, and discuss how new technological tools can fill the gap left by … read more >
The article “Amazon Killed Remote Work. Is RTO The New Normal?” offers a comprehensive overview of the increasing return-to-office (RTO) mandates by major companies like Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and Tesla. These firms argue that RTO is necessary to bolster company culture, productivity, and innovation. However, these claims warrant a closer look.
