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The Why, What And How Of Learning

Eric Jacobson

In his book, Education is Freedom , author James W. Plus, Keyes states that Education Is Freedom provides the “what,” “why,” and “how” of learning. He outlines the importance of education for all humankind and the power of education to change our world. from 2007 to 2011. It’s convenience, not products.

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LeadershipNow 140: November 2011 Compilation

Leading Blog

Here are a selection of tweets from November 2011 that you might have missed: @LollyDaskal: Reflections! SirKenRobinson: The revolution in education is possible , urgent and happening. Look In the Mirror. LisaHaneberg: When they won't comply - rejoice! How often do we squelch ownership.? by @TanveerNaseer.

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My Best Blogs of 2011

In the CEO Afterlife

So, with the help of WordPress analytics and content judgment, here’s my list of the top ’CEO Afterlife’ blogs of 2011. To most of us, mentors are people of experience and knowledge who help the less experienced advance their careers and/or their education. ” Self-assessment is never easy.

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WomenOnBusiness.com Wins Best Blog Award at 2011 Stevie Awards for Women in Business

Women on Business

WomenOnBusiness.com was named Best Blog in the 8th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business during an awards ceremony held in New York City on November 11, 2011. I’m very happy to share some exciting news with the WomenOnBusiness.com readers.

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What Has 2011 Taught You About Business and Leadership?

Tanveer Naseer

As this is the last week of the year, many of us are understandably looking back at the past 12 months and discussing what we consider to be the significant events of 2011. In most cases, such discussions tend to focus on the numerous challenges and upheavals we’ve either watched from afar or witnessed first-hand.

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Leadership Development and Educating our Young :: Women on Business

Women on Business

There is lots of conflicting research about what really matters in the process to educate children. Education is not bringing forth from the core of the young the ability to learn and discern. We can and need to take part in the larger dialogue about education whether we have biological children or not.

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The Wisdom Wave: Preparing for the Surge of Senior Professionals.

Rich Gee Group

This is up from 16% in 2011. The industries expected to see the most significant growth in older workers include healthcare, education, and professional and business services. By 2030, 25% of the US workforce will be over the age of 55. Workers over 55 will account for nearly half of all job growth in the US in the coming decade.

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