L&D is a top concern for apparel makers, and e-learning may not cut it

Employers in the industry are particularly insistent that workers develop an understanding of the entire supply chain, not just their own place in it.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 6, 2018

Why front-line managers are a learning program's greatest ally

Continuous learning is now important for every employee. But managers are key to making any learning initiative work.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 6, 2018

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

How colleges are adapting to workforce development mandates

From microcredentials to private-sector partnerships, higher education is responding to a changing economy with new curriculum and programs, according to presenters at the Educause conference.

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 6, 2018

New data: How learning impacts engagement and productivity

Udemy’s SVP of HR shares new data insights on how workplace learning helps move the needle on key business outcomes like employee engagement and productivity.

By Cara Brennan Allamano, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Udemy • Nov. 6, 2018

Why SHRM's general counsel left to focus on harassment prevention

In our latest "Exit Interview," EverFi's Elizabeth Owens Bille says "the time has come to take a new approach."

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 31, 2018

University relocates students to Kansas at no cost for job-training program

Participants receive paid schooling for either aviation sheet metal assembly or process mechanic painter tracks, along with a guaranteed job upon completion and potential sign-on bonuses.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

How the American Nurses Association gamified training for its 4M members

A heavy dose of gamification can allow for personalization of learning on a massive scale.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

Atlanta forced to return $1.3M in training grants

The city's training agency was unable to spend the grant money before a June deadline, according to a local news report.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

Report: Detroit's training pipelines can't keep up with demand

The Motor City needs a comprehensive restructuring of its training and apprenticeship programs to meet industry demand, a new report by Crain's Detroit Business reveals.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

LinkedIn Learning Pro users to get new skills insights feature

Launching in 2019, the feature will give administrators access to data on organizational skills proficiencies with the ability to compare to similar businesses.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2018

Seasonal hiring magnifies retail training challenges

Retailers must put employees in an optimal position to succeed by offering the right types of training, according to Retail TouchPoints.

By Kate Tornone , Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2018

South Carolina makes coding lessons available to all residents

Residents can access all materials online, but they can attend cohort-style and classroom-led sessions at participating community partners.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2018

The top 10 training mistakes employers make — and how to avoid them

Training mistakes can do more than translate incorrect information; they can de-motivate staff, set employees up for failure and even put them at risk.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2018

What you need to know about learning experience

Whether to meet legal requirements or stay ahead of the competition, training is essential to today's employer.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 22, 2018

As the ADA evolves, don't forget the fundamentals

Case law is reshaping the ADA, writes HR Dive's senior editor, Kate Tornone, and employers with a deep understanding of the law's core requirements will be in the best position to navigate those changes.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 19, 2018

Microsoft-backed job training initiative expands to Indiana

Announced in February, Skillful now counts 20 state governors among its network, in addition to multiple private and public partners.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 16, 2018

New online college to teach soft skills to working adults

A former Harvard dean has opened a school that will afford adult learners an opportunity to improve their problem solving, critical thinking and other soft skills.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 16, 2018

Service industries embrace digital learning

From on-demand learning to gamification, food service and hospitality employers are turning more frequently to tech as they upskill employees.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 16, 2018

Preparing for change? Time to train your leaders

Leaders can foster an environment of creativity and experimentation, encouraging employees to learn through mistakes and failures.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 16, 2018

L&D in the age of 'Netflixation'

Three experts gauge how employee learning has changed as tech has taken over.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 15, 2018

8 behavioral science tips to boost employee learning

As employers come to grips with a constant need to upgrade skills, the science of learning is making its way into mainstream training for workers.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 15, 2018

Walmart grants $4M to support workforce education

The funding is part of the company's five-year, $100 million effort to improve training programs in retail and adjacent sectors.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 12, 2018

New York delays sexual harassment training mandate

Harassment policy requirements for employers in the state take effect today, however.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 9, 2018

How to mine external and internal data to jumpstart learning programs

Employers are finding innovative ways to dig into treasure troves of data and use their findings to improve the employee experience.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 9, 2018

DOL announces nearly $1.5M in apprenticeship, training grants for women

The Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grants are a noteworthy continuation of the Trump administration's job-training commitments.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 9, 2018