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Modern classrooms require teachers to equip students with strong academic knowledge and skills to navigate life’s complexities. Social emotional learning (SEL) is a way to teach students those essential skills, including empathy development, maintaining positive personal relationships, and the importance of self-awareness. Effective implementation of social emotional learning requires SEL training for teachers. Toward that […]

Both computer science and data science are essential in the modern workforce. While there are similarities, the differences between the two are significant enough for professionals aspiring to either discipline to understand how they diverge to choose a career that best suits their talents and interests. In general, earning a graduate degree in computer science opens the […]

Front-end engineers focus their software design and development skills on the user interface elements of a website or application. With their extensive knowledge in computer science, they ensure these elements are user-friendly and function properly. Developing well-functioning user interface elements involves issues such as site loading speed, security, coding, and overall efficiency and ease of […]

Paulo Fernandes, Program Director for the online MS in Computer Science at Merrimack College explains why we still need good software developers despite software like ChatGPT rising in popularity.  What is ChatGPT and How Does it Work? ChatGPT stands for Generative Pre-trained Transformer. Most smartphones have similar software in their messaging platforms and will suggest the next word […]

This summer, Josh Orenstein joins Merrimack College’s School of Science and Engineering as adjunct faculty for the online M.S. in Data Science course “Advanced Sports Analytics.” Josh Orenstein is currently the NBA’s Senior Director of Basketball Strategy & Analytics and Senior Data Scientist. He has over a decade of experience in the sports industry as a data scientist. He analyzed 3D radar […]

The best teachers share the same qualities as great leaders: clear communication, adaptability, patience, and acting as role models. Perhaps above all, great teachers love learning and are dedicated to classroom strategies that engage and inspire their students. For educators committed to earning a graduate degree in education, it can seem daunting to serve in such […]

None of the many factors influencing student outcomes in U.S. classrooms are as crucial as teachers. Demand for highly qualified teachers makes this an exciting time in the teaching profession. Educators with the proper training play a critical role in student success in the short and long term. The influence of well-trained teachers highlights the […]

A college degree qualifies graduates for higher-level jobs while also expanding and strengthening the hard and soft skills essential for success. A business degree accomplishes these goals, preparing graduates for the next step up in their business careers. Working adults returning to school and enrolling in a bachelor’s completion program can choose a business studies concentration. Students […]

While the dedication to students is the same wherever teachers work, the support and rewards educators receive can vary significantly from state to state. Massachusetts has long been a magnet for the best teachers, which ranks highly for teacher support, student outcomes, and quality of life. The state also ranks at or near the top […]

The growing need nationwide for those with expertise in child and family studies has led to a rapid expansion in the number of jobs available for college graduates. Working adults who complete their bachelor’s degree specializing in this critical field enjoy various career options. Those careers span many work environments, including child care services, nursing […]