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5 things to know about philanthropy to HBCUs

Candid

Big philanthropy’s support of HBCUs declined from 2002 to 2019 An examination of trends in philanthropic giving to HBCUs underscores a history of underfunding. HBCU students are] in a learning environment that’s a safe, brave, and encouraging space for them to be fully who they are.” In fact, large U.S.

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Show Me the Release Notes!

Gyrus

A common question is to provide a release or upgrade history (Release Notes) of our GyrusAim LMS that shows its revisions over time. An ongoing history of software releases provided by an LMS vendor proves that they invest resources into developing the product by adding new features and fixing problems.

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So You Want to Buy an LMS?

Gyrus

During these calls it’s important to gather information from prospects about their learning environment and training challenges. One of my job responsibilities is to take incoming sales calls.

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The Olympics and Learning – A Fierce Combination

Gyrus

Merely, that at this particular time in history, people are highly motivated to think introspectively. ” could very well be an interesting change of pace that not only brings your smart and topical learning environment into the limelight, but also provides an increase in productivity for your program.

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What Pokémon Go Means to the Learning Industry

Gyrus

What Pokémon Go Means to the Learning Industry. It has already surpassed Candy Crush as the biggest mobile game in US History (Mac Rumors). So, how can this apply to the corporate learning environment? Also, please join me as I continue to look at new technologies or possibilities in the learning realm.

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Learning and Development: The Presidential Debate Edition

Gyrus

This projection is set to grow throughout at least the next two presidential terms, and I for one would like to help educate potential users on all of the great features of which they can be getting out of their learning environments. When selecting a Learning Management System, we like to offer the following advice.

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The Birth of a Field: Digital Media and Learning

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This morning I attended the MacArthur Foundation Digital Learning briefing that was taking place at the Natural History Museum in NYC. These are complex learning environments where young people are making decisions, learning and collaborating with peers, etc. local time). It isn't entertainment.

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