Unlocking the door to career advancement
Continuous education and training essential for lifelong success in rapidly evolving society
Online Learning and Further Education
Researching and exploring emerging industries
Some questions to think about include whether the course delivery method is compatible with your way of learning
So how important is it to be proficient in digital and tech skills?
Students engaged in online learning may become familiar with online and digital tools but the ability to adapt will remain key
A calculated risk? How to overcome fear when considering a career change
Embarking on a career change through further education can be a difficult proposition sometimes accompanied by uncertainty and self-doubt
Online learning: Diverse course selection offers multiple opportunities
Course areas range from hospitality management to supply chain management and sustainable energy systems
Evaluating accredited online programmes: what to consider before signing up to one
How to choose the right path for your educational journey and the process of selecting accredited online programmes
Workforce prepares for rapid technological advancements
AI is just one of many factors that will shape our workplaces in the coming years
How to explore a career change: assessing strengths and opportunities
Steps include conducting a self-assessment of strengths, skills and competencies, and researching additional training opportunities
How AI and the green economy are impacting career opportunities
Hiring for green jobs in Ireland has already doubled since 2016, while some 97m jobs involving AI are expected to be created worldwide by 2025
Will online education become the ‘next new normal?’
Inequitable access to technology and broadband continues to be an issue
Selection of leading online and blended courses
Online or blended learning options at several of Ireland’s top academic institutions
Who should consider an FE course?
Education for life is about so much more than progressing exclusively through third-level education
Online learning - making sure the glove fits
How are classes designed for each subject? Can we be sure that off-the-shelf courses are suitable for individual courses? How do you know that you are only being fed old course content?
Guide to online learning terminology
Familiarise yourself with the component parts of blended learning strategies
Developing new skills to open up new opportunities
Further education and training options are available for anyone who is over 16 who wants to learn new skills or enhance existing skills
How online learning can offer greater flexibility
Any college can put a course online, but can every college do it well?
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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