(prez.un.TEE.iz.um) n Presenteeism, a relatively unknown concept, is the complement of absenteeism. It is defined as the measure of lost productivity costs resulting from employees actually showing up for work but not being fully engaged and productive, primarily due to distractions from personal health and life issues. Presenteeism is currently estimated to be up to … Read more
This framework could be used by institutions as a catalyst for the discussion, development and implementation of a teacher education and training programme. The following areas should make up the content of the framework. A. Program (Values). Clearly state the ideals of the program that underpin the achievement of goals and serve as a guide … Read more
Counseling psychology is the largest specialty in psychology. The Society of Counseling Psychology describes this field as “…a psychological specialty that facilitates personal and interpersonal functioning throughout the lifespan, with an emphasis on emotional, social, professional, educational, health, developmental, and organizational concerns.” Those who aspiring or aspiring to a career in counseling psychology will find … Read more
Ancient and Great History of Chaga Mushroom Dubbed the “gift of God” or “king of herbs,” the chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) has been revered for millennia throughout Russia, Korea, Eastern and Northern Europe, the northern United States, the mountains of North Carolina, and Canada. Chaga has been used in folk and herbal medicine throughout Eastern … Read more
Summer is coming… plan ahead Ultraviolet (UV) rays on unprotected skin can cause first and second degree burns to the skin, commonly referred to as sunburn. Long-term damage from overexposure can include premature aging and even skin cancer. Using commercially available sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher is an effective protection. However, a … Read more
As companies grow, many companies understand that new employees need to be trained to be better adapted to the company’s environment and business processes, and that existing employees need to be trained and evaluated to stay on their career path. “Okay, we need a learning system,” a manager of a newly created training department might … Read more
Academic honesty is a hot topic in the online education space right now. While the increase in Internet accessibility has fueled the growth of online courses, it has also created problems related to the availability of information. When students develop discussion responses and writing assignments, they often look for sources to inform their work. What … Read more
The term Robotic Process Automation or simply RPA is attracting more and more attention these days and has put people in a dilemma whether it is right to use it or not. Here is an overview of this technology and various associated benefits to help you decide whether or not it is the right choice … Read more
Distance plays a crucial role in modern fencing. The simplest is the distance problem: “Can I hit the enemy’s target area with my weapon, or do I have to use footwork to change the distance in order to hit?” Typically, this problem is described in terms of short, medium, and long range, in that order. … Read more
From the moment we learn we are expecting a child, our minds and hearts overflow with hopes and dreams for them. My child will be the most beautiful, brilliant, talented little person that has ever walked the earth, right? And they are for each of us! But sometimes we discover that there is a “problem”. … Read more