Discussion Questions and Answers: 1. Question: This article describes the "Citizen Science Surge" as a positive development. Are there any potential downsides or ethical considerations businesses should be aware of when relying on citizen scientists? Answer: While the Citizen Science Surge holds immense potential, some potential downsides and ethical considerations exist. These include: Data privacy […]
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The Hyperlocal Uprising Reshaping Retail
Discussion Questions about the Hyperlocal Hustle Reshaping Retail: 1. How can local businesses leverage the "hyperlocal hustle" to compete with larger chains and online retailers? Answer: The hyperlocal hustle presents unique opportunities for local businesses to thrive: Community focus: Build strong relationships with local customers by understanding their needs and preferences. Offer products and services […]
Teach the Four Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Business
"Artificial intelligence's impact on the world is momentous, yet it can feel almost invisible at the same time. Consider modern conveniences like Netflix recommendations, Facebook's suggested articles, and even Google's search page. These are all the result of AI, and they've become so ingrained in peoples' daily lives that they are almost unnoticed." Read more […]
A Personal Message from Court Bovee and John Thill
As educators, we pride ourselves on preparing students for the opportunities they will encounter in their careers. This has never been an easy goal with the introduction to business course, given the wide range of topics it needs to address, and the challenge gets more daunting every year as the business world continues to evolve […]
Teaching Your Introduction to Business Students about Innovations in Workforce Management
From the gig economy to workforce analytics to artificial intelligence in the hiring process, human resource management is undergoing some radical changes. Make sure your course stays on top of these developments with Business in Action, 9th Edition, by Bovee and Thill (Pearson).
Teaching Introduction to Business Channel on YouTube
This is a channel for instructors of Introduction to Business. You'll find a variety of useful videos that will help make your teaching easier and more effective. See on www.youtube.com
Teaching Introduction to Business: A High-Productivity Approach for Today’s High-Speed Workplace
Teaching Introduction to Business: A Faster, More Efficient Way to Prepare Students for Today’s Workplace
If you have the responsibility of preparing students for the challenges they'll face in tomorrow's tough and uncertain business environment, turn to the most efficient introduction to business textbook on the market—Business in Action. Business in Action offers instructors and students a much-needed alternative to texts that are either overstuffed and overwhelming or so skimpy […]
The World’s Most Brilliant Hedge Fund Manager Made a Video Explaining How the Economy Actually Works
"Ray Dalio manages the world's largest hedge fund, Bridgewater Associates. It has a tremendous track record, so when the man talks about markets, people usually listen. "Beyond that, Dalio is known for having one of the most refined understandings of the economy in the financial industry." Read more . . .
Resources for Teaching Introduction to Business
Discover important resources for teaching Introduction to Business, including online magazines, instructor groups, 135 items on Pinterest for classroom use, and a special textbook updating service, Real-Time Updates. See full presentation here.