-
What We’re Reading: August 15, 2017
These are the day’s top talent stories from around the web.
-
This Technology Firm Trains Its Coders as Apprentices. Should Others Follow?
Software crafters at 8th Light all start out in an apprenticeship at the firm, which its leaders say creates a consistent culture of learning. Will it work for other companies?
-
Which Model is Better For Corporate Training: Germany’s Apprenticeships or the U.S.’s Partnership Model?
Germany is best known for its apprenticeship model to train its future workforce, while the U.S. relies heavily on informal university partnerships. What are the advantages to both? And which is better for today’s economy?
-
Virtual Reality in Training Slowly Becoming a Reality
Is training with virtual reality still futuristic dreaming or reality? It depends on the industry.
-
The End of Learning as We Know It?
Not so fast, says blogger David Vance. It takes a lot of effort to manage learning for results, none of which occurs in an employee-directed model.
-
With Some Hires, Less Industry Experience is More
Some firms are experimenting with hiring people without industry experience with the view that they can train and mold them in the specific skills valued by the company.
-
How Will AI Transform the Workforce? Look to Schools
AI’s inevitable transformation of work is getting its start in schools at varying levels.
-
Are Leadership Development Programs Worth It?
Leadership development programs have grown robust and costly. Are they worth it?