How can business educators best prepare learners with both the foundational knowledge and self-direction needed for career success?

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Both professors and students are unfortunately familiar with the struggle that always arises with group projects. Oftentimes, there are issues with participation. Some students do all the work, while others slack off. This is a constant challenge for professors. A solution we have identified is to incorporate peer feedback into the classroom.

The rise of technology and automation makes it more important than ever for business education to prepare students for 21st century business demands. A big part of that is developing critical thinking skills - which does not happen overnight. Therefore, students need to learn critical thinking early on in their freshman or sophomore year in order to practice this thinking habit throughout their college career.

College grads that can demonstrate their ability to think critically and work in teams effectively are highly desired in the job market. Given that employers are recruiting much earlier in the undergraduate experience, Introductory to Business (ITB) courses play a critical role in building these career-ready skills on day one.

The art of effective teamwork relies on the extensive skills and strengths of each team member and how they interplay with one another. One of these key skills is critical thinking, which is the most demanded within our current job market.

One buzz word that often comes up in education and professional settings is critical thinking. What is critical thinking? Many people toss this word around but few understand what it truly means to have critical thinking skills.

Can educators prepare students for the workplace just by grading them based on their test scores? At Market Games, we believe that ensuring a student’s success after college means participation and collaboration should be integrated into the grading system.

In this unprecedented age of higher education, professors and students alike are struggling to adjust. To adapt your course to the new remote format, here are some recommendations for constructing the ideal virtual learning environment.