I am a massive advocate of distance learning and the entire blended learning movement. In fact I have wholeheartedly embraced it, and never more so than in the past year. I love the ability to have groups of students from all walks of life on a course together.

Recently, I have been introduced to the LanguageCert exam. A relative newcomer to the International language testing scene, they offer a Secure English Language Test approved by the UK Home Office. Similar to other tests, they are mapped to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Language) meaning that the level can be easily translated wherever the student is to go. This internationally recognised framework describes language ability in a scale of levels which ranges from A1 for beginners to C2 for those who have mastered a language.

None of us could have predicted how important HR Technology was going to become as a result of the Covid pandemic. However, when I say HR Technology, I say that with a pinch of salt. Is it really necessary for Learning & Development professionals to be investing large sums of money in the latest technology?

Over the past year, with the world in the grips of a pandemic and mental health issues becoming more and more pertinent, I began to ponder the notion of Holistic Education and how it could be applied by the learner to everyday life.

None of us could have predicted just how important HR Technology was going to become as a result of the Covid pandemic. But is it really necessary for Learning & Development professionals to be investing large sums of money in the latest technology?

As we attempt to navigate this sea of Covid 19 business emphasis is being placed on more thorough evaluation of learning requirements and ensuring that training is actually fit for purpose. This is going to become increasingly important as training departments are being scaled back and e-learning is suddenly more prevalent.

Think before you press Send. It’s all too easy to bombard the people around you with a continuous stream of thought-bites via email. It’s time to take stock of how you use email and set the right tone.

Did you know that by scheduling your time more effectively and writing a basic to-do list daily you could be at least 25% more efficient from Day 1? That equates to an extra 2 hours of productivity in one 8 hour working day.

It can be detrimental to your future if you believe that you cannot grow and develop any further and it’s known as a Fixed Mindset. How to change it to a Growth Mindset

It is estimated that up to 40% of employees are put off by negative feedback they receive in a one to one conversation with their managers – something that could be avoided with better listening skills and an ability to question more appropriately.

What Job is Right for Me? : A Guide for Young People Part 3. Learning Life Skills

“Pressure to speak English in the workplace continues to grow, as more and more companies invest in globalizing their teams. However, mastering a new language requires time and resources that many people — especially adults who are no longer in school — struggle to find.”

I’ve always thought of myself as fairly well grounded. I always packed my own shopping at the supermarket, did my own laundry! It’s been a steep learning curve since coming to France.