Articles associated with topic: learning
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5 More Things to Learn About Computer Science Degrees
Thanks to offshoring and other trends, there’s precious little job security in IT—or that’s the perception that many people have of the industry, at least. The reality is, (nearly) every tech com… -
Degree Pedigree Matters Less to Today’s Employers
As they struggle to find experienced technology professionals, managers aren’t as focused on hiring from top-flight schools as they have been in the past. Just two years ago, we reported that emp… -
Where College Students Can Find Mentors
Tip of the Day Mentors can help college students find the right niche in technology and link up to a ready-made network of industry contacts. So where do you find them? School mentorship programs… -
College Students Must Pay Attention to More Than Just Tech
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 22.8 percent increase in software development jobs through 2022, which is more than twice the projected rise in overall employment. So college students i… -
Celebrating a Legacy of Innovation at The Walt Disney Company
This year, The Walt Disney Company is celebrating 100 years of storytelling, dreams and innovation. As we approach our centennial celebration, we caught up with three technologists to learn more…Sponsored -
Report: Boot Camp Graduates Find Jobs, Better Pay
There's an interesting report out from Course Report, a company that provides information to students considering technology boot camps. Billed as "the first cross-school study of its kind," it i… -
Why Aren't Graduates Using Their STEM Degrees?
Lots of people earn college degrees in STEM disciplines. But how many of them actually use those degrees for STEM-related work? According to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the answer is… -
Responding to Employers, Colleges Focus on Experience
Some tech companies—Google notably among them—are de-emphasizing the use of test scores and GPAs in their hiring, and that's causing colleges and universities to re-think their approach to techni… -
Are More Employers Willing to Pay for Certifications?
The overall value of certifications is rising, which can put added pressure on job seekers to make sure their credentials are up to snuff. The good news is some employers may be willing to help y… -
Do You Need a Degree to Work in Games?
Recently, the International Game Developers Association reported that 40 percent of the respondents to its Developer Satisfaction Survey hold an undergraduate college degree, while 20 percent hav… -
10 Top College Robotics Programs
Love it or fear it, the trend toward building more sophisticated robots isn't going to abate any time soon. Indeed, given their potential to impact everything from transportation to medicine, the… -
Technology at the World’s #1 Home Improvement Retailer
Retailers with brick-and-mortar locations have a tricky path to navigate. They have to balance the logistics of ensuring product is on shelves ready for customers while also maintaining a robust…Sponsored