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Competitive Strategy | Project Management | Online Courses
$95
Course Description:
This course is designed to help students develop the skills for formulating strategies. It provides an understanding of:
A firm's operative environment and how to sustain competitive advantage
How to generate superior value for customers by designing the optimum configuration of the product mix and functional activities
How to balance the opportunities and risks associated with dynamic and uncertain changes in industry attractiveness and competitive position
Particular attention is paid to competitive positioning; understanding comparative costs; and addressing issues such as cannibalization, network externalities, and globalization. Course Objectives:
Develop a mastery of a body of analytical tools and the ability to take an integrative point of view
Use these tools to perform in-depth analyses of industries and competitors, predict competitive behavior, and analyze how firms develop and sustain competitive advantage over time
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Introduction to Global Compensation and Benefits | Project Management | Online Courses
$95
Course Description:
This course illustrates the critical issues in developing effective benefits and compensation policies for individuals working globally under local terms and conditions, the course addresses such topics as pay practices, short- and long-term incentive plans, health care, and retirement benefits. Course Objectives:
Explore issues related to general compensation and benefit programs
Understand how to bring financial rigor to crucial "people" decisions associated with compensation and benefits program development
Assess the full financial impact of executive compensation programs and employee benefit plans
Examine the unique issues associated with international HR systems and programs
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Managerial Decision Behavior | Project Management | Online Courses
$95
Course Description:
This course takes a systematic approach to improve your decision-making skills. Managerial and Organizational Behavior helps you lead by providing you with the technical and functional skills needed to navigate the challenges presented by a complex organization. Students will focus on learning how people use information and make decisions and how they develop and use human capital to make things happen. Course Objectives:
The distinction in decision-making between descriptive, normative, and prescriptive aspects
The distinction between intuitive and systematic decision-making
The objective of this course is to help you become a better decision maker
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Principles of Educational Administration | Project Management | Online Courses
$95
Principles of Educational Administration Course Description: This online course provides an overview of the key principles of educational administration. It covers the fundamentals of successful leadership and management, including how to facilitate communication, execute problem-solving decisions, manage finances, and promote collaboration. You will learn about staff & volunteer management systems, facility & technology upgrades, budgeting processes, and organizational structures. You will also gain an understanding of how to implement successful strategies in a school or district setting. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of educational administration while learning how to lead initiatives that have a positive impact on student success. This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in developing their skills as an administrator or supervisor in the field of education. Course Objectives:
Understand principles associated with successful educational administration
Facilitate communication between stakeholders
Execute responsible decision-making
Manage financial resources
Evaluate staffing needs & solutions
Find appropriate solutions for daily problems
Identify potential facility & technology upgrades
Create budgets that meet goals
Promote collaboration among staff members
Develop effective organizational structures
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Advanced Composition | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
$95
Advanced Composition
Course Description: Advanced Composition is an online course designed to prepare participants for college-level writing. It focuses on the fundamentals of several essay types, such as personal narrative, argumentative, and expository essays. The course also covers topics such as research methods, textual analysis, and formatting. By the end of this course, participants will have a better understanding of how to write effectively for academic purposes. Learning Objectives:
Understand the basics of various essay types including personal narrative, argumentative, and expository essays
Learn how to conduct research for academic writing purposes
Develop skills in textual analysis and interpretation
Practice formulating arguments with evidence from primary and secondary sources
Become familiar with proper formatting techniques for academic papers and essays
Learn how to use language effectively in written communication for academic purposes
Understand the importance of citing sources correctly when writing an academic paper or essay
Develop an understanding of different rhetorical strategies used in persuasive writing and argumentation
Practice summarizing complex texts accurately and concisely in written form for academic purposes
Gain confidence in expressing ideas clearly through effective written communication for college-level assignments
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Creative Writing | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
$95
Creative Writing
Course Description: Creative Writing Class - Essentials in Writing Course Description This course provides instruction and practice in short fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. Participants will be asked to notice the world around them and use their observations to create compelling stories. The course will cover topics such as character development, plot structure, dialogue, setting, point of view, and more. By the end of this course, participants will have a better understanding of the fundamentals of creative writing and be able to apply these skills to their own work. Learning Objectives:
Understand the basics of creative writing
Learn how to develop characters
Develop an understanding of the plot structure
Practice creating effective dialogue
Explore different points of view
Learn how to create compelling settings
Understand how to craft stories with a beginning, middle, and end
Practice editing your work for clarity and impact
Receive feedback on your work from peers and instructor
Use your newfound knowledge to write original works of fiction or non-fiction
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Developing a Storyline | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
$95
Developing a Storyline
Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of developing a storyline for online courses. It covers topics such as creating an outline, writing effective dialogue, and using visuals to enhance the story. The course is designed for those who are new to online course development or want to refine their skills in this area. Learning Objectives:
Understand the basics of storytelling and how it applies to online course development
Create an outline for a storyline that meets the needs of the target audience
Write effective dialogue that engages learners and encourages them to think critically about the content
Utilize visuals such as images, videos, and animations to enhance the story and provide context for learners
Identify appropriate resources for researching topics related to storytelling in online courses
Incorporate feedback from stakeholders into the storyline development process
Develop strategies for testing storylines prior to launch in order to ensure quality control and accuracy of content delivery
Utilize technology tools such as video editing software, audio recording equipment, etc., in order to create engaging stories that meet learning objectives and standards set by accrediting bodies or other organizations involved in course development/delivery processes
Implement best practices for incorporating storylines into existing online courses or creating new ones from scratch
Evaluate how storylines can be used effectively within different types of online learning environments (e-learning platforms, virtual classrooms
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Introduction to Drama | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
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Introduction to Drama
Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the world of drama, combining the literary arts of storytelling and poetry with the world of live performance. Participants will gain an appreciation for the history and development of theatre, as well as learn about its elements, creation, production, and more. Learning Objectives:
Understand the history and development of theatre from ancient Greece to the present day
Learn about various aspects of theatre such as terminology, prop, and set design, costumes and makeup, introduction to acting, and the business side of theatre
Analyze plays from a variety of genres including comedy, tragedy, melodrama
Examine how plays are adapted for different mediums such as film or audio plays
Explore how plays can be used in a classroom setting for educational purposes
Develop skills in writing scripts and creating stories for theatrical performances
Understand how to create effective characters through dialogue and action in a play or screenplay
Learn how to use improvisation techniques to create scenes on stage or screenplays quickly and effectively without relying on pre-written material
Analyze different types of theatrical performances such as musicals or operas and their impact on audiences throughout history
Gain an understanding of the business side of theatre including marketing strategies and fundraising methods used by theatres today
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Short Story | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
$95
Short Story Writing
Course Description: This course is designed to help participants become better short story writers. It will cover topics such as structure, plot, point of view, setting, description, and more. Participants will learn how to create compelling characters and stories that draw readers in. They will also get tips on rewriting and editing their work. By the end of the course, participants should be able to write a complete short story Learning Objectives:
Understand the fundamentals of writing a short story
Learn how to create an engaging plot and characters
Develop an understanding of different points of view
Explore various settings for stories
Understand the importance of description in storytelling
Practice techniques for rewriting and editing stories
Learn how to use dialogue effectively in stories
Develop skills for crafting effective endings
Receive feedback from peers on their work
Create a complete short story with confidence
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Literary Development of Virtual Worlds | Writing & Publishing | Online Courses
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Literary Development of Virtual Worlds
Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to the development of virtual worlds for literary study. Participants will explore the technological and pedagogical aspects of virtual world design, as well as examine the experience of high school and college literature teachers involved in pioneering projects. They will also learn about the origins of virtual worlds, their impact on digital literacies, and how to engage and motivate primary school children in immersive 3D environments. Learning Objectives:
Understand the history and development of virtual worlds from online text adventure games to graphics-based platforms
Analyze how virtual worlds can facilitate constructivist learning in diverse ways
Describe the technological and pedagogical aspects of virtual world design
Examine the experience of high school and college literature teachers involved in pioneering projects with virtual worlds for literary study
Evaluate how introducing new digital literacies into classroom settings is encouraged by policy-makers and educators alike
Investigate how out-of-school use of virtual worlds can promote literacy practices among young children ages 5-11
Assess how a 3D virtual world can engage and motivate primary school children in an immersive environment for learning literature skills
Explore how gaming industry advances have driven the development of these virtual worlds over time
Develop a definition for what constitutes a “virtual world” based on key characteristics identified through review and analysis of educational literature source
Summarize findings from a meta-analytic review of scientific literature related to virtual world development
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