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Putting words like 'game' and 'learning' together might seem impossible, but it’s not. In recent years, gameful learning has proven that it is possible to learn while you play. The free education course 'Leading Change: Go Beyond Gamification with Gameful Learning', developed by Microsoft and edX, aims to transform teaching and learning at all levels. It explores how the features that make video games great learning environments can be used [...]

The world of work is changing faster than ever before. According to research from the World Economic Forum, 35% of the skills necessary to thrive in a job today will be different five years from now. How can we prepare for a workplace of the future if we’re unsure what it will look like? What skills should we focus on acquiring today if we want to succeed tomorrow? Skills for Tomorrow [...]

FREE COURSE from Boston University that teaches you how to drive business success in the new digital economy. Learn the three types of players that are shaping the new business landscape; the three phases of transformation that every firm will encounter on its journey to business reinvention; and the three winning moves that will ensure your business success along the way. Register here. Photo by Artem Sapegin on Unsplash   [...]

Developments in artificial intelligence often draw inspiration from how humans think, but now AI has turned the tables to teach us about how brains learn. Read the full story here.

Virtual Reality started its fascinating take-over of healthcare for the greatest pleasure of patients and doctors alike. Here are five great examples of medical VR transforming patient lives and how doctors work.

Analytics and AI are powerful tools that have real-word outcomes. Learn how to apply practical, ethical, and legal constructs and scenarios so that you can be an effective analytics professional. Register here.

Human decisions, not algorithms, decide how and where technology is applied and how its costs and benefits are shared. We, therefore, should reject the idea that the future of work is fundamentally determined by technology and inevitably beyond our control. By learning how to make better, more inclusive decisions, we can shape the trajectory of change. Read the full story here.

Department of Industry Innovation and Science The fourth industrial revolution, also known as Industry 4.0, is affecting almost every industry worldwide. It is rapidly transforming how businesses operate. Industry 4.0 uses transformative technologies to connect the physical world with the digital world. Current trends include: advanced automation and robotics (including collaborative robots or ‘cobots’) machine-to-machine and human-to-machine communication artificial intelligence and machine learning sensor technology and data analytics Four key [...]

Nesta is an innovation foundation turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. They use their expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society. The playbook has been created for innovation practitioners who want to spread innovation skills, methods and tools. Download the Playbook for Innovative Learning 

When venture investor Natalie Fratto is determining which start-up founder to support, she doesn't just look for intelligence or charisma; she looks for adaptability. In this insightful talk, Fratto shares three ways to measure your "adaptability quotient" -- and shows why your ability to respond to change really matters. Watch this Ted Talk