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Description Social Media And Journalism Diploma In the age of hashtags, trending topics, and virality, journalism has encountered an evolution like no other, propelled predominantly by social media. The Social Media And Journalism Diploma offers an astute analysis of this complex relationship, preparing budding journalists and media enthusiasts for the rapidly changing landscape of news dissemination and consumption. Beginning with an exploration of how social media and journalism meet, the course offers an illuminating insight into their intersection. Historically, journalism and social media have travelled distinct paths, but with the current digital era, they've found a common meeting ground. This course sheds light on the transformation of these platforms, demonstrating how, from mere tools of connection, social media platforms have emerged as influential news sources. However, it's not all about the past. The Social Media And Journalism Diploma delves into the contemporary rise of citizen journalism. Once upon a time, newsrooms and studios were the epicentres of news, but today, any individual with a smartphone can report happenings from around the globe. This democratisation of news production, while empowering, also comes with its challenges. Fake news has, unfortunately, seen a surge in the age of social media. This course provides an in-depth study of the role of these platforms in the spread of misinformation, offering students tools and strategies to discern facts from falsehoods. But as social media opens doors, it also brings forward new challenges. What happens to the timeless ethics of journalism in an age of 280-character tweets and instantaneous updates? Maintaining the integrity and authenticity of journalism amidst the fast-paced nature of social media can be a tightrope walk. The Social Media And Journalism Diploma aims to equip students with the necessary skills and understanding to traverse this balance with confidence. Moreover, the way we consume news today has undergone a seismic shift. Gone are the days when mornings began with newspapers. Instead, most of us now get our first update from a notification on our phone. By studying the profound impact of social media on news consumption habits, this course helps future journalists understand and adapt to the preferences of the modern-day audience. The course doesn't stop at just the consumption but takes learners on a journey through the practical side of things. How do journalists use social media for reporting, research, and investigative journalism? With the right tools and understanding, social media can be a goldmine of leads, sources, and stories, and this diploma shows exactly how to unearth them. Yet, while the storytelling methods are evolving, so is the business side of things. Journalism, at its core, is also an industry with its economic dynamics. The influence of social media on the business of journalism - be it through advertising, paywalls, or sponsorships - is intricate and multifaceted. Learners will navigate through these commercial waters, understanding how to make journalism both impactful and economically viable. As the course winds up, it casts an eye into the future, analysing the prospective roles and transformations social media might bring to journalism. Finally, it emphasises the indispensable need for collaboration between these two giants in the digital age. Only through understanding, adaptability, and cooperation can the future of news remain robust and reliable. In conclusion, the Social Media And Journalism Diploma is not just another online course. It's a bridge to the future of journalism, preparing learners for the dynamic interplay of tweets, posts, stories, and breaking news. For those eager to chart the course of modern-day journalism, this diploma stands as an essential beacon. What you will learn 1: Introduction: The Intersection of Social Media and Journalism 2: The Evolution of Social Media and Its Impact on Journalism 3: The Rise of Citizen Journalism in the Age of Social Media 4: Fake News and the Role of Social Media in Its Spread 5: The Challenges of Maintaining Journalism Ethics in the Age of Social Media 6: The Impact of Social Media on News Consumption Habits 7: The Use of Social Media by Journalists for Reporting and Investigative Journalism 8: The Impact of Social Media on the Business of Journalism 9: Social Media and the Future of Journalism 10: Conclusion: The Importance of Collaboration between Social Media and Journalism in the Digital Age Course Outcomes After completing the course, you will receive a diploma certificate and an academic transcript from Elearn college. Assessment Each unit concludes with a multiple-choice examination. This exercise will help you recall the major aspects covered in the unit and help you ensure that you have not missed anything important in the unit. The results are readily available, which will help you see your mistakes and look at the topic once again. If the result is satisfactory, it is a green light for you to proceed to the next chapter. Accreditation Elearn College is a registered Ed-tech company under the UK Register of Learning( Ref No:10062668). After completing a course, you will be able to download the certificate and the transcript of the course from the website. For the learners who require a hard copy of the certificate and transcript, we will post it for them for an additional charge.

This virtual modular programme develops the coaching skills of managers and leaders. This programme is delivered virtually over zoom, 4 x 180 Minute Sessions over 4 Days.

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Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving (Virtual) Two critical skillsets for the future of work are critical thinking and creative problem solving. These modes of working and thinking intersect and overlap; both are necessary and both can be taught. Having the ability to exercise creativity while at the same time applying structure and discipline to the thinking process is a key competency in the twenty-first century workplace. This course explores the interplay between critical and creative thinking, and the necessity of each to effective problem solving and decision making. Participants will learn a variety of techniques to apply critical thinking to real-life scenarios. They will experiment with different problem-solving approaches and will learn about cognitive influences on our decisions and choices. The course delves into the business value of creativity and involves participants in actively integrating criticality, creativity, and problem solving. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain basic concepts of problem solving Infer types of cognitive biases that impact decision making Utilize types of root cause analysis Differentiate among obstacles to sound decision making Apply a variety of problem-solving approaches / processes to existing challenges Evaluate alternative solution methods using various techniques Analyze real world problem scenarios to determine the lateral thinking type needed to address them Getting Started Foundation Concepts Definitions Thinking modes and cognitive bias Basic problem-solving framework Problem Definition and Solution Generation Root cause analysis Basic problem-solving obstacles Generating alternative solutions Evaluating Alternatives Critical thinking guidelines Obstacles to sound decision making Tools for evaluating alternatives Exploring Lateral Thinking Problem-solving challenge Workplace application Summary and Next Steps

Project Management for Non-Project Managers: Virtual In-House Training Individuals who are involved in projects (commissioning, supporting, sponsoring, etc.) may often be unfamiliar with project management. A basic understanding of project management is essential for non-project managers, who are critical stakeholders contributing to project success. This awareness course uses A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and other sources to introduce you to project management vocabulary, concepts, and techniques. It also provides insights into the realities of being a project manager, and opportunities to explore how you can positively impact projects in your own role. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Identify the benefits of project management Use standard project management terminology Describe characteristics of successful projects, project managers, and high-performing teams Explain various project stakeholder roles, their responsibilities, and the fundamental project management processes Recognize how agile / adaptive practices are useful for certain project life cycles Create a personal action plan for how to support real-world projects within a non-PM role Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Project management overview Strategic value of project management Defining project success Project life-cycle models and governance Project roles and responsibilities Project Initiating and Planning Initiating the project Defining project requirements and scope Developing the project schedule and budget Project Risk Management, Executing, Monitoring, and Closing Understanding, evaluating, and adjusting for risk Honoring the baseline and executing the project Monitoring and controlling the project Closing the project Project Interpersonal Processes Project communication Project team development Conflict management

This workshop gives an opportunity to focus on the emotional needs of boys and how to meet these. We lift the lid on an emerging urgent inclusion issue,namely meeting the emotional needs of boys. Everyone knows a boy. They may be pupil, son, brother, parent or partner. Boys when they become adults are over represented in the prison, and mental health system. Course Category Meeting emotional needs Description This workshop gives an opportunity to focus on the emotional needs of boys and how to meet these. We lift the lid on an emerging urgent inclusion issue,namely meeting the emotional needs of boys. Everyone knows a boy. They may be pupil, son, brother, parent or partner. Boys when they become adults are over represented in the prison, and mental health system. In one recent year 1300 young men committed suicide in the UK. In the UK the commonest cause of death among those aged 16-35 is suicide. Three men for every one woman kill themselves every year (Guardian, June 2006). 1 in 4 women experience domestic violence and 2 women a week are killed by a current or ex partner. Boys and men are a major concern. We need to find ways to allow them to unclench their hearts and learn to experience, process, communicate and manage their own emotional lives for their own and for the good of the wider community. Testimonials ‘Thanks for a super day, lots of good ideas for our citizens of the future. We need to offer them the best and what we would offer our own children’?? ‘Enjoyed the day very much. Brilliant ideas and lots of food for thought. Will use the solution circle. A great tool!’ ‘went well and the ethos/participation was commendably facilititated. well done’. ‘Wonderful day!’ ‘Still getting lots of positive messages this end.’ Learning Objectives Increased understanding of boys’ emotional needs Access to a wider range of practical strategies to impact on meeting emotional and behaviour problems Deeper understanding of core values surrounding inclusion of boys Opportunity to reflect on professional attitudes and behaviour towards boys and their emotional challenges New skills and processes to make boys’ inclusion and achievement more successful Who Is It For ? Early years and school based practitioners Key workers Teaching Assistants with support roles Heads and deputies SENCOs Advanced skills teachers Primary and secondary classroom teachers Parents Local authority support services Course Content The course explores the questions : Is there a problem with boys? What can we do to meet the emotional needs of boys? What helps? What should our priority be with boys? This workshop will explore: Cultural and historical expectations of boys in our society Shared experiences of teaching and parenting boys Circle of Courage as away of understanding emotional needs Fathers, mothers and sons Drinking and drugs: filling the emotional void Depression and suicide Anger and violence Solution Circle Problem Solving around boys needs What boys really need

Estimating for Business Analysts A business analyst does not have authority to estimate the project and will not be held responsible for the project staying within the proposed budget; however, the business analyst does participate in various planning exercises with the project team. Many times the business analyst is on his or her own, required to provide estimates of how long it will take to perform their tasks. This course acquaints you with the basics of estimating from the point of view of the business analyst, emphasizing time estimates for the work. It also covers some of the product cost estimates that a business analyst may have to provide when the business is performing a cost/benefit analysis for the project. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Translate business needs and requirements into estimates Estimate durations using a variety of techniques Negotiate differences in estimates Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts The importance of estimating to a business analyst The good and bad of estimating The project context The meaning of good estimating Focuses of estimating Characteristics of a good estimate Estimating the Time Requirements Applicable BABOK® Knowledge Areas Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring Elicitation and Collaboration Estimating the elicitation Information Gathering Plan Relative times for elicitation activities Planning and estimating the business analysis approach and activities Planning the business analysis activities Impact of process Estimating the Product Estimating the value of the product Business analyst's role Defining and determining value Function and use case points Agile estimating Planning Poker Other agile estimating techniques Negotiating estimates Negotiation techniques Negotiation approaches Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environment?

Estimating for Business Analysts: In-House Training A business analyst does not have authority to estimate the project and will not be held responsible for the project staying within the proposed budget; however, the business analyst does participate in various planning exercises with the project team. Many times the business analyst is on his or her own, required to provide estimates of how long it will take to perform their tasks. This course acquaints you with the basics of estimating from the point of view of the business analyst, emphasizing time estimates for the work. It also covers some of the product cost estimates that a business analyst may have to provide when the business is performing a cost/benefit analysis for the project. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Translate business needs and requirements into estimates Estimate durations using a variety of techniques Negotiate differences in estimates Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts The importance of estimating to a business analyst The good and bad of estimating The project context The meaning of good estimating Focuses of estimating Characteristics of a good estimate Estimating the Time Requirements Applicable BABOK® Knowledge Areas Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring Elicitation and Collaboration Estimating the elicitation Information Gathering Plan Relative times for elicitation activities Planning and estimating the business analysis approach and activities Planning the business analysis activities Impact of process Estimating the Product Estimating the value of the product Business analyst's role Defining and determining value Function and use case points Agile estimating Planning Poker Other agile estimating techniques Negotiating estimates Negotiation techniques Negotiation approaches Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environment?

This CPD accredited short course is for everyone who wants to work more effectively with their collaeagues. It will help strengthen personal competencies including listening and communication, understanding and engaging with different perspectives, and working together to create a positive culture in the office or on the shopfloor.