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Basic life support: what it is, and its crucial role for staff

Aug 7, 2024

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Did you know, for example, that according to figures shared by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) in 2018, almost a third(30%) of UK adults would be unlikely to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR) if they saw someone suffer a cardiac arrest, due to them not knowing how to do it properly?

Some things to consider when seeking a new Learning Management System (LMS) provider

Aug 7, 2024

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When evaluating Learning Management System (LMS) providers, here are some practical examples of how to assess a number of factors before making a formal commitment and signing a contract. We often have clients migrating to myAko from our competitors because they previously focused purely on price, rather than reviewing the quality of after sales support, whether they have to pay for support, or the negative impact of automated annual price increases, which are often hidden within complex contracts. Let's review some other areas you can consider and evaluate during your market review.

The Future of Learning: What's Next for eLearning, Learning, and Community Learning

Jul 26, 2024

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The landscape of education has undergone a seismic shift in recent years, driven by technological advancements and changing societal needs.As we look to the future, several exciting evolutions are poised to further transform eLearning, digital learning, and community learning. Here, we explore these upcoming trends and the impact they are expected to have on the education sector, focusing on UK-specific data and insights.

Empowering eLearning with AI: Friend or Foe in the Future of Education?

Jul 26, 2024

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In the dynamic realm of digital education, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a transformative force, offering unprecedented opportunities to enrich and personalise learning experiences. This exploration into the potential of AI in eLearning aims to illuminate its capabilities to make digital learning more engaging, customised, and effective, while also engaging in the critical debate around AI's impact on the educational landscape.

Mastering the Art of Customisation: L&D Professionals' Hilarious Journey 🚀🎉

Jul 26, 2024

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In the world of Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, there's a challenge that's both a headache and a great source of amusement. Picture this: a seemingly never-ending cycle of creating, customising, and updating training programs to keep up with the ever-evolving organisation landscape. It's like chasing a moving target, blindfolded, on roller skates!

What employers need to know about accidents, incidents, and the related reporting requirements

Jul 26, 2024

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We all deserve to work in a safe workplace –and of course, it makes the utmost sense for employers to do everything possible to ensure such safety, for reasons beyond the regulatory aspect alone.

"Procrastination: The Grand Master of Avoidance and How to Kick Its Butt with a Smile!"

Jul 26, 2024

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I recently talked to my son about procrastination. He was trying to better understand why he sometimes procrastinates. As I explained, we have all possibly done this, at sometime in our lives. As you know, procrastination is the act of delaying or putting off tasks that can be completed today, apparently it is a common behavioural tendency that affects many people.

Benefits of a bite-sized approach to learning

Jul 26, 2024

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Let’s face it: we’re in a very rushed and stressed world these days. If you feel a lot of the time that you’re constantly “swept off your feet”, trying to “firefight” immediate on-the-job problems instead of building your knowledge and skills for a more distant future, you will be far from alone.

In a fast-changing world for transport and logistics, the right LMS can play a vital role

Jul 26, 2024

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It would probably be something of an understatement to say that the UK’s transport and logistics sectors have undergone quite a few ups and downs in recent years. It is difficult to mention such “ups and downs”, of course, without referring to the dramatic circumstances of the COVID-19 crisis.

Overcoming Recruitment and Training Challenges in UK Care Homes: Some Strategies for Success

Jul 26, 2024

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Recruiting and training skilled staff is a pressing challenge faced by care homes. The growing demand for care, coupled with workforce shortages and retention issues, necessitates proactive measures. In this blog, we will explore the recruitment and training challenges faced by care homes and present strategies to counter these obstacles. By addressing these challenges head-on, care homes can ensure a skilled and dedicated workforce, providing high-quality care to residents.

3 things that the top learning management systems almost always have - By Louise Bryne

Jul 26, 2024

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In a recent news update of ours at myAko, we laid out what a Learning Management System, or LMS, actually is – because even in today’s world, not all organisations have sophisticated and efficient arrangements in place for administering, documenting, and delivering vital educational content.

The Advantages of Standardising Safe Working Practices and 24/7 Access to Knowledge in Transportation and Logistics

Jul 26, 2024

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In the fast-paced and high-stakes industry of transportation and logistics, maintaining safe working practices is paramount. Ensuring that staff members have 24/7 access to refresh their knowledge and skills is equally crucial. By standardising safe working practices and providing continuous access to training resources, transportation and logistics companies in the UK can significantly reduce accidents, incidents, vehicle damage, and lost productivity. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of these practices and highlight their positive impact on the industry.

What exactly is a Learning Management System, anyway?

Jul 26, 2024

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In today’s deeply interconnected, seemingly permanently online world, there are so many different terms to discover and learn about, not to mention those dratted initialisms and acronyms that might have you constantly rushing to Google to look up what they are. With all that in mind, if you have come across the term “Learning Management System”, or LMS, you might still be trying to grasp what it actually is. So, here at myAko, allow us to be your guest…

Melting Away Stress and Staying Chilled: How eLearning Refreshes Your Mind

Jul 26, 2024

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In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, finding ways to unwind and melt away stress is crucial. What if I told you that eLearning, that for expanding your knowledge and learning new skills, could also help you stay chilled and refreshed? You could even eat an ice cream whilst doing it but keep it away from your keyboard!

How eLearning Enhances Care Home Operations and Resident Care – Blackpool Region Dysphagia Training

Jul 26, 2024

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myAko in partnership with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Teleswallowing Limited to deliver high quality dysphagia training to care homes in the Blackpool region. The feedback from care staff on the quality of training was very good to excellent. With all learners highlighting how much the training increased their knowledge and help them in supporting their residents with dysphagia.

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