The demand for employees with a second language has significantly increased in recent years. This is an area where Ireland underperforms. Our European neighbours are far more likely that us to have at least two languages. Over ninety percent of people in Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Sweden can speak a second language. […]
In today’s rapidly evolving world, lifelong learning has become not just a choice but a necessity. As technology advances, economies shift, and job markets transform, individuals must continually acquire new skills and knowledge to remain competitive and adapt to change. Adult education plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals to thrive in this dynamic landscape, […]
Open Training College tutor Joe McDonald explores How Managers Improve Team Performance through Leadership Learning As a manager, or aspiring manager, what can you do you each and every day to improve team performance? Well, remember that truly effective leaders always have absolute clarity in terms of their own role and objectives. This in turn […]
There are more e-learning options than ever before. That is one of the reason that ever greater numbers of people are choosing to study this way. All the indications are that e-learning will keep growing. That means one of two things may happen. Either e-learning will grow and complement bricks and mortar educational institutions. Alternatively, it […]
Easter Tips for Students: The clocks have gone forward, the weather is getting better and the unmentionable is closer to ending! As schools and colleges close for the Easter break we take a look at what boxes you need to tick to make the most of the 2-week break and set you up for a […]
Tai Chi – The Perfect Activity for You! You’ve probably heard of the ancient Chinese practice called Tai chi and wondered what it is. It originated in China as a martial art and has evolved to become a mind-body practice loved by people the world over whose lives are enriched by the physical and emotional […]
In this guest blog feature, Innopharma Education explores the growth of the digital transformation industry and how it’s affecting industries across Ireland and the globe. For many industries, the phrase “digital transformation” was lightly used to describe the implementation of certain technologies into the business model. Now, digital transformation has a different meaning. It […]
In this guest blog, Sean Bohan, Academic Associate Tutor and graduate of the Open Training College (OTC), explains his career path into social care. ‘What I have come to learn about the Social Care Industry, it provides you with an abundance of career opportunities and it was from one encounter that led me to have […]
What is UX Design? UX Design is all around us and is a huge factor in why we choose certain items over others. To understand UX Design let’s start with UX. UX is the name given to user experience and it refers to the way we interact and use any product, app or website. Think […]
Third Year Social Care student Linda Cassidy explains the variety of supports available to students at Open Training College. As a third-year student, the Student Support Service has been a welcome addition to the overall suite of supports offered by the Open Training College (OTC). The Student Support Service offers a variety of […]