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Coloring plastics at the press is one of the most functional, value-added features a molder can impart to a molded product. Self-coloring not only improves aesthetic properties, it can also Excellerate UV stability and make processing easier. Also, adding color at the machine is almost always less expensive than purchasing precolored material from a supplier.

There's just one catch. Once the color system has been incorporated into the polymer matrix, it becomes an integral part of the material and may alter its engineering properties as well as its processability. As a result, it's important to be aware of some of the common problems involved with melt-coloring plastics and how to avoid them.

Generally, aesthetic flaws can be attributed to three different causes: equipment (machine, mold, ancillary equipment), molding (process), and design (part and tool)/formulation (base resin and colorant). In some instances, the flaw may be the result of problems in more than one category, but generally, there is always a predominant issue. Similarly, some problems may have more than one symptom, so several different "problems" may be showing up in parts that have the same root cause, which calls for the same corrective action.

When troubleshooting aesthetic problems in molded parts, it's important to begin with an open mind. Since successful molding is an interdependent combination of machinery, labor, material, and design, troubleshooting is often more complicated than people initially expect.

Identifying the Problem
The first step in determining if the flaw is caused by a molding- or colorant-related problem is to inspect parts visually to determine what the problem looks like. Some flaws are very distinctive and quickly lead you to their root cause. Others are less distinct and may be caused by a number of factors that fall into several categories. Consequently, some basic troubleshooting and root-cause/corrective-action work is required. The table with this article provides a list of common aesthetic flaws that could involve colorant and their most probable causes.

The next step is to find out when and where the flaws are being reported. Flaws that show up immediately upon molding require one approach to troubleshooting-for instance, processing and equipment issues are easier to check at this point. In this case, the troubleshooting process might start by asking the following questions:

  • Have the process settings changed?
  • How frequently does the problem occur?
  • Is the proper equipment in place and functioning?
  • Was the colorant properly metered in and mixed with the melt?
  • Is the colorant compatible with the base resin?

However, field failures that occur after months or even years will suggest a different starting point-a focus that begins with either part design or formulation:

  • Is UV exposure higher than initially predicted?
  • Is the part being used as originally designed?
  • Has the part been inadvertently exposed to some chemical agent?
  • Is the aesthetic change a symptom of a larger problem (for example, loss of mechanical properties)?

Regardless of the simplicity or complexity of a molding project, good documentation practices should be in effect and followed diligently by all team members. Processing parameters should be noted throughout. Not only will this practice help molders stabilize their process and create good parts faster, it will also provide a baseline for reference should the process drift and problems arise.

Common Sense- Often Uncommon
The best way to begin troubleshooting an aesthetic problem in which colorant and/or special-effects packages are involved is to rule out the colorant package as the source of the problem. This is done by running uncolored (natural) material through on the same process settings to see if the problem recurs. If it does reappear, then it's likely that the problem is not caused by the colorant package, although the base resin could still be part of the problem. If the problem disappears, then the colorant package is the proper place to begin your investigation. It's important to remember that aesthetic issues may exist that are difficult to see without color. In other words, a colored background will frequently magnify aesthetic problems.

While it is outside the scope of this article to cover the entire process, one thing that should be mentioned is that proper troubleshooting requires a sensible, methodical approach. Unless a Taguchi design of experiments study is being conducted, only one parameter at a time should be changed, and its effect should be carefully evaluated and documented. Then the parameter should be returned to its baseline setting before another parameter is changed.

While the following guidelines involve colorant-related problems, we will also touch briefly on processing, equipment, and design issues, indicating areas of concern that can affect colorant and/or aesthetics. If the troubleshooting process indicates that one of these categories is a likely cause, then there are a number of good resources, both human and written, that can and should be consulted for further help.

Troubleshooting Guidelines

As with any manufacturing process, molding a quality product consistently requires proper equipment, design, material, and processing procedures. The following list of considerations are provided as general guides when beginning to troubleshoot aesthetic problems.

1. First, check the following four equipment areas.

Screws/nonreturn valves. In most cases, a general-purpose screw will work well with colorants, depending on the letdown ratio, chromaticity, and base resin used. Although it's usually not necessary, a growing number of injection molders are using mixing screws to aid in color distribution. Processes with high throughput, short cycle times, and large shot sizes or those that use difficult-to-color resins will often benefit from this type of screw.

As with screws, selection of non-return valves is often resin-specific. Ball check valves are more shear intensive and can aid in color distribution, although this method can prove problematic when processing parameters such as screw speed, backpressure, and barrel temperatures are pushed close to the base resin's limits, leading to both colorant and resin degradation.

Screw and barrel wear. A worn screw or barrel-regardless of the design-will inhibit mixing, causing a loss in plasticating quality and therefore color distribution.

Barrel capacity. As a general rule, using more than 60 percent of the barrel capacity with a GP screw is considered to be pushing the processing envelope for good color incorporation. Of course, this is cycle-time dependent. The barrel's L/D ratio is also important. For example, shorter barrels (18:1) are less conducive to a good mix, while longer barrels (24:1) provide a longer mix environment, but also longer residence time. It's important to keep an eye on material residence time, because excessive residence can degrade either the base resin or the colorant, or both, while insufficient time in the barrel may lead to distribution issues.

Colorant handling and dispensing. One of the keys to successful color processing is an accurate blending/distribution of colorant and base resin before both enter the molding machine. When blending equipment is used, production personnel must be aware of proper operation, calibration, and maintenance. If the equipment is not properly calibrated to the process, any money saved by coloring the raw materials will be lost in wasted product.

For solid (salt and pepper mix) colorants, there are many different options, such as drum tumblers or auger mixers. For blending concentrates and powders at the machine, either volumetric or gravimetric feeders are used. Volumetric feeders are both less expensive and potentially less accurate than gravimetric types because they feed colorant based on speed vs. time. Gravimetric feeders weigh and blend each component in the mix. For liquid colorant, special volumetric pumps are typically used to handle the color accurately and neatly. (See the sidebar on p. 87 for definitions of common colorant-system formats and their functions.)

2. Tooling design can also impact aesthetics.

Gates and runner systems. Proper gating and runner types should be considered at the design table. It's important to remember that additional heat generated by a hot manifold or pin gate during injection fill can affect the integrity of the color. If it's known ahead of time that such tooling is being used, a colorant supplier can formulate the color package differently.

Knitlines. Anticipating aesthetic issues during the early design stage is very important, especially if knitlines are a factor. When moldfilling analysis or experience indicates knitlines are likely, color formulation changes can be made with certain resin families that will Excellerate the appearance of knitlines. Of course, this issue is more easily resolved during the early stages of part and tooling design.

Mold texture. Also an important consideration during the design stages is mold texture, since it can affect how the eye perceives color. The presence of gloss and/or texture in the tool can make what would otherwise be an exact color match appear very different. Gloss should be considered in relation to both the mold and resin being processed, since some materials naturally have higher gloss.

3. Take a good look at part design.

Color/special effects. It's important to understand that a joint blessing and challenge of molding color and/or special effects is that the color package may accentuate design or molding problems that are already present in a part, such as knitlines, slight sinks, or stress-whitening marks near the base of a snapfit. Taking color back out and running the part in natural resin may appear to make the problem disappear, but in reality the problem, if it is a molding or design issue, is probably still there, and just not as visible.

The problem will be accentuated in chromatic colors and high-gloss designs. So if it's something that can otherwise be lived with, slight design modifications may solve the problem. On the other hand, certain problems, like stress-whitening marks, can often be hidden by the correct use of color or possible reformulation.

When integrally colored, molded parts of dissimilar materials are mated with other molded or painted parts, they must often match in color, gloss, and texture. Here, it's important to work closely with the resin and color suppliers to ensure that the parts will match as closely as possible when they are new and that they will fade at the same rate throughout the lifetime of the assembly.

Bosses/ribs/knitlines/parting lines. Wherever there is a flow interruption in the part design-from bosses, ribs, or even converging flow fronts on multiple gated parts-there is a strong possibility of sink marks, knitlines, and compromised mechanical integrity because knitlines are always weaker than the surrounding resin. Since the orientation of the material in these areas shifts, the refractive index across this region of the part will also shift, posing aesthetic challenges for many special-effects packages. Therefore, these interruptions should be designed into nonvisible faces and noncritical areas of the part.

4. Take these processing tips to heart.

Screw speed. For color processing, a slower screw speed is usually better to avoid shearing and burning the colorant and to ensure proper color distribution, cycle time permitting.

Backpressure. Higher backpressure promotes more thorough mixing, especially with a GP screw, again, if cycle time permits. A maximum value of 300 psi (2 MPa) is generally recommended by machinery OEMs.

Resin temperature. Higher melt temperatures also promote better mixing, as long as the processor is careful not to begin melting too early in the feed section of the screw, although this too can be resin dependent.

5. Be aware of these colorant and formulation issues.

Resin and colorant compatibility. The melt index relationship between the base resin and color are very important and should be considered early in the design. Additionally, certain pigments react with particular resins to a greater or lesser degree.

For instance, some organic pigments tend to dissolve and disappear (or change color) in styrenic polymers. Similarly, many dyes tend to change color or disappear in nylon polymers, which are weak reducing agents that effectively destroy the chromophore component of the dye that provides color. Additionally, except in special cases, dyes are not recommended for use in olefins because of very limited solubility and a potential for color migration (crocking). Further, dyes can act as a plasticizer in some materials, reducing thermal properties or even reacting with the resin itself to produce various effects.

Phthalocyanine (phthalo) pigments can be problematic, since they can act as nucleators, causing often uncontrollable shrinkage and warpage problems in crystalline resins. Fluorescent dyes also can pose problems in certain environments. They lack thermal stability for use in many engineering resins, they chemically react with nylon, and they lack UV stability for use in most outdoor applications.

A final category of problems is often found with polymer blends and alloys. There can be phase boundaries between the various components of these materials that can cause light scattering and a resulting milkiness. Hence, obtaining chromatic colors can become a costly undertaking due to the large amount of colorant that needs to be introduced to counteract the milkiness-often at the expense of economic concerns and critical physical or mechanical properties.

Carrier specification. The specific carrier for the color and its flow properties vs. the base resin play an important role in color distribution, and must be considered during the initial design. The carrier should melt in the late-feed or early-transition sections of the screw to ensure proper distribution of the pigment or dye in the mix. If the carrier has either too high or too low a melting point, the colorant will not be properly distributed in the melt, and finally in the molded part.

Other additives. Special additives for the colorant package can help with some color-related problems. However, these ingredients are normally not incorporated until processing efforts have failed, primarily because they add cost that may make the end product less cost-effective.

Grade can make a difference. It's important to remember that not all resin families or even grades within the same family are interchangeable with a given color package, let alone with different pigment or dye packages in the same chemical family. Further, since most colorant suppliers custom formulate their packages to a specific resin grade by a particular manufacturer, if the resin supplier is switched after the color package has been formulated, it should be retested.

A good example of this is the fairly wide fluctuation that can be seen in the natural color of polypropylene, which can range from a yellow-white to a gray-white shade, depending on the quality and quantity of filler used.

An Ounce of Prevention
Like so many other problems in life, colorant issues are far easier to anticipate and prevent than to cure once they've occurred in molded parts. If color is important to the final performance of an application, then it should be designed in from the start via simultaneous engineering. To ensure the colorant package is properly formulated for the application, provide the color formulator with all available information on both the application and its material targets as soon as they are set.

If any of these specs change during the latter stages of the design process, inform both the resin and colorant suppliers. Changes may require a new formulation. Don't hesitate to call on the colorant supplier to analyze, retest, and reformulate a color formulation to make sure it will be suitable in the end-use environment.

It's also important to inform the colorant formulator of your equipment setup, in case you need to make changes in order to optimize the resin/colorant/throughput requirements of a particular application. Finally, watch your process parameters and once the process has stabilized, note any sudden changes that may signal the beginnings of a problem.

Special care is needed when self-coloring engineering resins because a significant portion of their perceived value-and therefore cost-lies in their superior physical, mechanical, and aesthetic properties, which can be sensitive to even small compositional changes. The more important color is in a given application, the sooner the colorant supplier should be involved in the design process.

 Table 1: Possible color-related problems and potential causes
. Machine/mold Process Material
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Bubbles
  • Excessive screw and barrel wear
  • Insufficient mold venting
  • Resin temperature too high
  • Backpressure too low
  • Pack and/or hold pressure too low
  • Pack and/or hold time too short
  • Injection fill rate too fast
  • Excessive moisture in the base resin*
  • Excessive moisture in the colorant
.
Burns
  • Improper screw design
  • Cavity gating too small
  • Poor hot runner design (if applicable)
  • Incorrect or worn nonreturn valve
  • Required shot size too small
  • Incorrect nozzle type
  • Nozzle tip orifice too small
  • Melt temperature too high
  • Injection fill rate too fast
  • Screw speed too fast
  • Excessive backpressure
  • Hot runner temperature too high (if applicable)
  • Heat sensitive colorant formulation
  • Incorrect resin intended for the application
.
Poor clarity
  • Excessive wear between the screw and barrel
  • Required shot size too great
  • Poor mold surface
  • Melt temperature too low
  • Mold temperature too low
  • Injection speed too slow
  • Incompatible base resin and colorant combination
  • Material contamination
.
Color streaks
  • Required shot size too great
  • Resin temperature too low
  • Barrel heating element malfunctioning or out of calibration
  • Worn screw and/or barrel
  • Out of calibration or erratic colorant feeder
  • Improper screw design
  • Resin residence time too low
  • Screw speed too fast
  • Backpressure too low
  • Poor color and resin raw material mix (salt and pepper)
  • Inadequate raw material blending time
  • Not enough colorant used
  • Base resin vs. colorant melt index incompatibility
  • Incompatible colorant carrier system
.
Black specks
  • Screw, barrel, or nonreturn wear
  • Nozzle tip, nozzle, nozzle adapter or barrel end cap leaking
  • Mismatched nozzle tip, nozzle, or nozzle adapter rear orifice
  • Nonreturn unthreaded from screw
  • Degraded material or scale flaking off the screw and/or barrel
  • Degraded material or scale flaking off hot manifold channel
  • Required shot size too small
  • Poor purging practices
  • Barrel temperatures too high
  • Contaminated base resin
  • Contaminated colorant
  • Colorant pigments are scrubbing the screw and barrel (highly loaded TiO2 formulas)
  • Contaminated regrind or recycled materials
.
Delamination
  • Sharp corners in the material flow path
  • Poor mold venting
  • Melt temperature too low
  • Injection speed too fast
  • Poor purging practices
  • Incompatible mix of colorant and base resin
  • Incorrect colorant carrier system
  • Material contamination
.
Discoloration
  • Required shot size too small (excessive residence time)
  • Cavity gating too small
  • Poor hot manifold design
  • Melt temperature too high
  • Injection speed too fast
  • Excessive resin drying time
  • Base resin color shift
  • Colorant out of specification
  • Colorant letdown ratio is incorrect
  • Colorant heat stability is too low
.
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Killexams : How to turn on or off Recommended troubleshooting in Windows 10

Microsoft has worked hard to add tons of inbuilt troubleshooting methods in Windows 10. There is one for almost one for every standard error in Windows 10. Going ahead, the team has added Recommended Troubleshooting. It allows Windows 10 to fix many critical problems on your device automatically. In this post, we will learn how to turn on or off Recommended troubleshooting in Windows 10, should you feel the need to do so.

Share Basic Diagnortics and Feedback

Microsoft Diagnostic & Feedback data offers two settings. Basic and Full. If you want to turn off recommended troubleshooting, then the only way out is to stop it from collecting complete data from your computer. So, to turn it on or off, you can choose to switch between them.

  • Navigate to Settings > Privacy > Diagnostics & feedback.
  • Choose Basic under Diagnostics Data
  • Go back to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot.

You should now see a warning message which would say — Share Full Diagnostics data to get additional troubleshooting recommendations.

turn on or off Recommended troubleshooting

The message clearly states that Microsoft will only offer recommended troubleshooting based on the Full Diagnostic data which it collects. None of the advanced troubleshooting will make it to your computer.

Enable or Disable Recommended troubleshooting using Registry

Registry method to turn on or off Recommended troubleshooting

If you are comfortable with the Registry or want to turn it on or off for remote computers, here are the changes you need to make.

Open the Registry Editor by typing regedit in the Run prompt and hit Enter.

Navigate to:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\

Check if you have WindowsMitigation key, if yes – good! If not, right-click the left pane, and create a new key with the name WindowsMitigation.

Now under that, create a DWORD UserPreference.

Double click on UserPreference to edit the value. Set Value to 1 (On) or 3(Off) and exit.

Restart your computer to see the changes.

How Recommended troubleshooting works in Windows 10

The functionality can look into the error logs sent back to the Microsoft team, use an algorithm to set up a solution for you. They are nothing but Diagnostics and Feedback data which Windows collects and sends back to the Microsoft team. The settings of which are available under Settings > Privacy > Diagnostics & feedback.

The recommendations are only visible when you are connected to the internet. Otherwise, it will leave a warning about the same.

It’s a great move from Microsoft, but we will have to see how it works for most of the consumers.

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Killexams : Do You Need Insurance With a Learner’s Permit?

If you have a learner's permit, you'll need car insurance — but not necessarily your own. Drivers who are learning the rules of the road can join their parents' policy. But drivers who can't or don't want to join their parents' policy still have options.

Every insurance company has different rules about when learners must be added to a policy, and many offer discounts to offset the high costs of insuring drivers with learner's permits.

How do insurers handle car insurance for learner's permit drivers?

Even with fewer driving privileges, learner's permit drivers must be insured. They're just as vulnerable to accidents and need the financial security insurance provides.

In most cases, learner's permit drivers are teens living with their parents. These young drivers are generally covered by their parents' policy when they receive their learner's permit and don't need to buy their own policy.

However, insurers take different approaches to young permit drivers. Policyholders may have to list every member of a household who has reached driving age on the policy. With other insurers, you won't need to do this until your young driver has a license.

For example, if a young driver in your household has a learner’s permit, Geico requires you to list the driver on your policy. As long as the young driver only has a permit, your policy premium will not increase. Once the young driver obtains a license, Geico will factor them into your policy rate.

Reach out to your insurer and see how they handle car insurance for permit drivers. Don't skip this step. If you don't properly list drivers as your insurer requires, then you may have to pay out of pocket for damage after a car accident.

The good news? Insurance companies usually don't increase rates until after a student driver receives their license. At that point, rates tend to significantly increase. But there are still ways to get cheap car insurance for teens.

Teen driver insurance costs

Out of every age group, teens are the most at risk for car accidents. That's especially true from ages 16 to 19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Because teen drivers pose such a high risk, adding them to an insurance policy increases rates significantly. The cost of adding a 16-year-old driver to a six-month family policy can range from $1,293 to $4,831.

However, those rates may vary significantly based on the age and gender of the teen driver being added to the policy. Young male drivers are more likely to engage in risky behaviors and are more likely to be killed while driving than young women. This means a family's policy rates will likely increase more when adding a male teen driver than when adding a female teen driver.

Car insurance discounts for teen drivers

Many insurers offer discounts to help families manage the high costs of insuring their teen driver. Ask your insurer if these discounts are available to you:

  • Good grades: Have a high school or college GPA of 3.0 or higher? Insurers are often willing to reward you for your academic achievement.
  • Tracking devices: By using a telematics device to share your data with your insurance company, you can prove you're a safe driver worthy of a lower rate.
  • Driving classes: Your insurer may discount your premium if you take a driver's education course — but it depends on state law.
  • Living away from home: If you attend boarding school or college more than 100 miles away from your family's home and don't use the car for a significant chunk of the year, you may be able to get a reduced rate.
  • Paying up front: While most policyholders choose to divide their insurance into monthly payments, paying for an entire plan up front can reduce costs.

In addition to asking for discounts, families can also adopt other money-saving strategies. For instance, driving an inexpensive car can keep premium costs down because it costs less to repair or replace a cheaper car.

Parents and teens should also shop around for the best deal. While it's tempting for parents to default to their own insurer when adding their teen child to a policy, other companies may offer better rates and help families save. See this milestone as a chance to re-evaluate your options and choose the one that best suits your family's needs.

Can you get car insurance with a permit?

Adding permit drivers to a family policy might be the most common way for learners to get insurance, but it's not the only approach. You can buy a car insurance policy just with a learner's permit. Once you have that insurance policy in place, you can also purchase and register a car in most states — even if you are only 16 years old.

While this approach gives 16-year-olds a good deal of independence, that independence comes at a cost. A new driver at this age pays an average of $5,944 for a six-month plan if they purchase their own insurance. By contrast, a new driver added to their parents' policy may pay as little as $1,293 — a $4,651 difference.

The single best thing you can do to lower your expenses as a young driver is to stay on your parents' insurance policy.

However, not all learner drivers live with their parents. Many people learn how to drive much later in life and can't be added to a parent’s policy.

You still have options if you're in this situation. Permit drivers who live with a spouse or significant other can sometimes be covered under their plan. Be aware that married couples may receive better deals than unmarried couples, and unmarried couples may see their rates go up when a permit driver is added to the policy. Reach out to your insurance company and see which options are available to you and your partner.

If you are a permit driver who lives alone, you may find it difficult to find an insurer that will cover you until you get a license. Many national insurers do not offer insurance to first-time learner's permit drivers. Instead, contact smaller local insurance providers and explain your situation. You will likely pay more, but the situation is not without precedent.

For new drivers, getting a permit is an exciting time. Obtaining auto insurance coverage is a crucial first step to new levels of responsibility and freedom.

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Killexams : The Learning Network No result found, try new keyword!By The Learning Network Research shows that today’s parents feel intense pressure to be engaged with their children. Does that ring true for your own experiences? Is more involvement always a ... Thu, 16 Feb 2023 17:47:00 -0600 en text/html https://www.nytimes.com/section/learning Killexams : Android Auto problems and how to fix them
Android Auto in Volkswagen ID.4 Center Console Interaction with Drivers Console

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Android Auto is one of the best apps you can get for your car. It’s already available on your Android phone, and if your car supports it, you have a quick way to access Google Maps and music apps, make and receive calls, and reply to messages (with your voice) while you’re out and about. Android Auto makes life much easier on the road. When it works. Unfortunately, one of the most common phone problems users complain about has to do with Android Auto. Here’s a look at some Android Auto problems and how to fix them.

Read more: What is Android Auto?

Editor’s note: Some of these steps were put together using a Pixel 7 Pro running Android 13. Some steps might be different depending on your hardware and software.

Does my phone, stereo, or car support Android Auto?

Android Auto in Volkswagen ID.4 Start Android Auto

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Let’s start with the basics. Not all phones, cars, or stereos support Android Auto. There are also location restrictions, so you won’t be able to use Android Auto from unsupported countries.

Android Auto requires that your phone runs at least Android 8.0, and that’s for a wired connection. Those wanting to use Android Auto wirelessly will need an active data plan, 5GHz Wi-Fi support, and at least Android 11. There are some exceptions. Google and Samsung phones can get away with Android 10. Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8 Plus, and Note 8 handsets can do with Android 9.0.

You can download the app from the Google Play Store. For any phone with Android 10 or newer, Android Auto is already baked into your phone’s Settings menu.

Let’s move on to cars and stereos. You can check the car and third-party stereo compatibility on Google’s official list. The list of vehicles shows the oldest model that supports Android Auto, and it’s safe to assume that accurate cars from these manufacturers support the service. Most accurate releases also support Android Auto Wireless. But it’s best to check with the seller first to ensure the vehicle you are interested in supports the service.

Unfortunately, if the car or stereo doesn’t support Android Auto, you won’t be able to use it on just your phone. Google removed the Android Auto for phone screens feature with Android 12. You can still download and install the app on older devices. But with any phone running Android 12, you will have to rely on the Google Assistant Driving mode.

Android Auto availability also depends on your location. The app is available in 46 countries, and not all of them support Google Assistant while using Android Auto. You can find the complete list of supported countries here. Scroll down to the FAQ and look for Is the Android Auto app available in my country?

Similarly, if you live in an unsupported country, there isn’t much you can do other than wait (very patiently).

The classic solution of turning it off and back on!

It’s one of the most common troubleshooting tips: restart it! I’ve found the same applies to Android Auto not working. First, try unplugging your phone and plugging it back in. This often fixes the problem. If that doesn’t work, turn the phone off and back. Lastly, you can try turning the car off and on again.

How to restart your Android phone:

  1. Press the Power and Volume Up buttons simultaneously.
  2. Tap on Restart.

Android Auto is not working on recently purchased phones

Android Auto in Volkswagen ID.4 Connecting With Smartphone

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Phone makers make it easy to transfer files, apps, and settings from an old phone to a new device with apps like OnePlus Switch, Samsung Smart Switch, and more. Users say that using these methods to set up their new phones often causes problems with Android Auto. There are a couple of solutions we can recommend.

Uninstall and update the Android Auto app:

  1. Open the Google Play Store.
  2. Search for Android Auto.
  3. Tap on the Android Auto app page.
  4. Hit the Uninstall button and confirm the action by tapping on Uninstall again. Let the process finish.
  5. Tap on Update.
  6. Try using Android Auto again.

Clear the Android Auto app cache and storage:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Go into Apps.
  3. Tap on See all apps.
  4. Find and select Android Auto. In newer devices, the app is moved to the system and might appear as com.google.android.projection.gearhead.
  5. Go into Storage & cache.
  6. Tap on Clear storage and Clear cache.

Check Android Auto app settings

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The Android Auto app has various settings that might be deactivated, which can stop the app from working when connected to a car.

Check the Android Auto settings are correct:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Go into Connected devices.
  3. Tap on Connection preferences.
  4. Hit Android Auto.
  5. Select Start Android automatically and pick Always.
  6. Toggle on Start Android Auto while locked.
  7. Enable Wireless Android Auto if your car and phone support it. If it doesn’t, or you want to use a wired connection, disable this setting instead.
  8. Tap on Previously connected cars at the top of the settings and ensure your vehicle isn’t accidentally on the Rejected cars list. Enable Add new cars to Android Auto. However, in some cases, if you plan to use the same car every time, users say that disabling this setting helps fix connection problems.

Android Auto problems with the USB cable

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A lot of Android Auto connection problems occur because of a faulty cable. If you see frequent disconnections or Android Auto isn’t loading at all, the cable might be the problem.

Potential solutions:

  • Google recommends using a cable under 1 meter (3 feet) long. It’s also best to use the cable that comes with the phone. If you use a third-party cable, make sure it is USB-IF certified.
  • Check the cable to see if it works with another phone or car. If not, it’s likely a faulty cable that you will need to replace.
  • A March 2022 Android Auto update (version 7.5.121104) added a USB startup diagnostics tool to tell you if you are using a suitable cable. After connecting the phone to your car, open the Android Auto Settings, tap on Connection help, and go to USB startup diagnostic.
  • It could be a settings issue. The phone should automatically recognize when you are trying to use Android Auto. If it only charges the phone when you plug it into your car, open the notification drawer. Tap on USB settings and select Data transfer/Android Auto.

Problems with Android Auto Wireless

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You don’t have to worry about carrying a cable around if your car supports Android Auto Wireless (check with your car manufacturer). However, plenty of users face problems with connecting to the wireless feature.

Make sure Bluetooth is enabled:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Go into Connected devices.
  3. Select Connection preferences.
  4. Hit Bluetooth.
  5. Toggle Use Bluetooth on.

If you are facing problems with Android Auto Wireless, users say that setting up a wired connection first seems to do the trick. Plug the phone in with a cable and set up Android Auto. Once the connection is established, Android Auto should work the next time wirelessly. Turn off your car, unplug the phone, and try to use Android Auto Wireless.

Blurry, pixelated, or blank screen

Some users say that while Android Auto seems to connect and the Google Assistant works as expected, they see a blurry, pixelated, or blank screen.

How to increase the Android Auto video resolution:

  1. Open the Android Auto app.
  2. Scroll to the bottom and tap on the Version section to display the Version and permission info.
  3. Tap on this section multiple times continuously.
  4. You’ll be asked if you want to allow development settings. Hit OK.
  5. Tap on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner.
  6. Open Developer settings.
  7. Go to Video resolution.
  8. Set the resolution to the highest option available.

Fixed/known Android Auto problems

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With a mix and match of phones, cars, and third-party stereos, it’s difficult to pinpoint what is causing Android Auto problems and offer solutions beyond general troubleshooting. Google continuously updates Android Auto and fixes issues as they come up. You should also report any problems you face to let Google know.

Recent fixed problems (January 2023)

  • Amazon Music plays the wrong song.
  • Unable to navigate/scroll when using Google Maps.
  • Android Auto uses phone speaker for calls instead car speaker.
  • “App isn’t compatible” error on Pixel 7 devices.
  • Missing weather icon on the top right of the car display.
  • “Looking for Android Auto” notification on Android 13.
  • Navigation doesn’t start via voice command.
  • Google Assistant doesn’t make outgoing calls.
  • Connectivity issue on Samsung Galaxy Z.

Known issues

  • Screen turns black when saying “Hey Google.”
  • Assistant does not read incoming messages.
  • Pandora app automatically starts on connection.
  • Android Auto randomly disconnects on Pixel 7 phones.
  • Can’t connect to Samsung S22 Ultra.
  • Android Auto does not connect post Android 13 update.
  • Android Auto does not connect post MIUI 13 update.
  • No sound from Google Assistant.

How to send feedback/bug reports

Open the Android Auto settings page and tap on the three vertical dots at the top right corner. Go to Help and feedback > Send feedback. You can also post your problems on the Android Auto community page.

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Killexams : Adult Learners In 2010, the UNG Gainesville Campus (formerly Gainesville State College), now one of the five campuses of the consolidated University of North Georgia (UNG), was honored to become a part of the Adult Learning Consortium (ALC).  

Along with this recognition, the UNG Gainesville Campus received a $25,000 grant to increase support for adult learners. The grant was subsequently renewed in 2012 for an additional $25,000. The intent of the grant was “to galvanize [adult Georgians] to change their situation, thereby boosting the state’s economic growth” (University System of Georgia). 

As part of this same initiative, in March 2011, the University System of Georgia’s Office of Military Outreach awarded the UNG Gainesville Campus the Soldiers to Scholars grant enabling the university to better serve military personnel in its service area. With the ALC grant funds, institutional funds, and faculty/staff support, the University of North Georgia has continued to grow its support for veterans and adult learner students.  

With a growing number of both student veterans and adult learners, UNG created the Center for Adult Learners & Military (CALM) in 2012 in an effort to better serve these non-traditional student populations. CALM was renamed in January 2017 to Veteran & Adult Learner Programs (VALP). 

In August 2020, VALP and Orientation and Transitions Program (OTP) merged to form a new department:  Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST). This merger has increased the number of dedicated staff trained to serve Veterans and Adult Learners. NEST is now able to provide a dedicated team of staff members for Veterans and a dedicated team for Adult Learners. Having specific staff dedicated to each of these programs allows NEST to continue all previous VALP programs with an addition of new programs better geared toward each specific population. These programs will help Veterans and Adult Learners connect, prepare, and navigate their college career. 

NEST is the point-of-contact concierge for the Veteran and Adult Learners and provides advisement as requested, ACE transcript reviews, portfolio counseling, career advisement, and mentoring. NEST also works with faculty and staff by providing them training opportunities concerning Veteran and Adult Learners. 

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Killexams : 5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom

For English learners, acquiring language proficiency opens the door to thrive across all subjects. However, learning a new language can be a long, difficult process that requires courage, resilience and trust from students who initially might feel vulnerable and out of place.

Schools are challenged by the growing number of English learners in their classrooms, with some districts having as many as 100 different native languages spoken by their students. While many regions of the country are equipped to integrate these students, there is still a struggle to find the best ways to support English learners and their caregivers. 

It’s crucial for teachers to create classrooms that are safe places for students to try, experiment and get meaningful feedback that allows them to make sense of what’s going on around them. The first step requires developing a more comprehensive linguistic profile of students.

Standardized tests are an important part of a linguistic profile, but we need to also consider a student’s background and exposure – what languages they speak at home and with whom do they speak those languages – in order to build a more comprehensive picture. Understanding the linguistic and cultural profile of your students will enable you to select the most appropriate evidence-based strategies and customize them to meet individual needs.

To effectively set each student – regardless of their native language – on a path toward achievement in the classroom and overall academic success, consider these five key strategies: 

  1. Provide consistency and routine. Familiarity with a schedule is helpful for all students, particularly when children are not native speakers, as it gives them a sense of security knowing what is coming next. This can have particular implications for students in the early production stage of language development. During this stage, students can engage in routine or formulaic speech, which often marks the beginning stage of expressive language skills. Building a consistent classroom routine will facilitate the use of these “formulaic chunks” as it creates context around these phrases.
  2. Create an ongoing list of words in the English language with multiple meanings and cross curricular application. Language acquisition isn’t something that is limited to a 45 or 90 minute block of language arts. Every content area teacher, academic or nonacademic, has a role in creating an environment where language learning is facilitated. Teachers can look for opportunities for vocabulary growth that are cross-curricular. For example, the word “plot.” Plot can mean the theme of a story, an area of land or a marking a spot on a graph. And conversely, if a student can’t read or understand the words “add” and “subtract,” they won’t do well on a math test.
  3. Take advantage of native language skills as a bridge to English. Honoring the native language will embolden students to keep their identity while matching the words of their natural thoughts and feelings with the English versions. For example, let them journal in their native language and then translate to English.  And incorporate experiential learning by looking for ways to connect the curriculum to the world of the students, as well as providing an opportunity for shared experiences that can be used as a foundation for discussion or written reflection.
  4. Utilize peers. Peers in the classroom are often an untapped resource. For some students, it is more comfortable to interact with other students as opposed to the teacher or another adult. Activities can range from structured to unstructured and will depend on the individual classroom dynamics and the personalities of the students. Peers are excellent language models and collaborative learning provides amazing opportunities to build community and strengthen relationships, while giving students an opportunity to show what they know and use and apply their skills to help others. It may be your first inclination to always pair more proficient students with less proficient students but it can be powerful to look for situations in which we capitalize on the strengths of all students and provide them opportunities to be the leader or the expert. Again, it is going to depend on the objective of the lesson. Another advantage of peer interactions is that students sharpen their listening skills when talking with students whose first language is English. Listening is often a weak point on language proficiency tests because it’s not easy to listen to another language and comprehend well.
  5. Face students when you teach. It is easier to learn a language when watching how you speak. Teachers should make efforts not to turn to the whiteboard to write while speaking. Watching your facial expressions and gestures make a great impact with interpretation. And by the same token, ask students to turn and face each other when someone speaks. This simple act builds a culture of respect for listening to other voices in the room, and it develops the practice of listening and responding instead of thinking about what they’ll say next.

In the classroom, the most fundamental aspect of a successful teacher is establishing a culture of trust. However, for some students, this can be more of a challenge because English is not their native language. By developing linguistic profiles that go beyond standardized testing and leveraging these five key strategies in the classroom, teachers can help English learners overcome hurdles and achieve in the classroom.

Related:
How to help ESL students Excellerate writing skills
Designing fair and inclusive tests for non-native speakers

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Killexams : Roku not working? Common Roku problems and how to fix them
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Roku is a prevalent name in the home streaming world. The company offers tons of streaming sticks and smart TVs, and it has around 70 million monthly active users in the USA as of January 2023. Plenty of you are using the platform, so we can understand how big of a deal it can be whenever Roku isn’t working. What do you do if your Roku doesn’t work? We can deliver you plenty of troubleshooting tips. Here are the most common Roku problems and how to fix them.

Also read: Which Roku device is right for you?

Editor’s note: Steps in this article were put together using a Roku Ultra running Roku OS 11.5.0. Keep in mind steps might differ depending on your hardware and software version.

Is Roku down?

It’s not common, but sometimes Roku’s services go down. You should first check if Roku’s servers or services are having issues. You can use a website like DownDetector.com, which collects user reports to determine whether a service is down or not. It even has a map feature to determine if an outage is local or widespread.

Try a simple restart

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There are many reasons why your Roku may not be working. We can’t always find the direct problem, but we can tell you that most small issues are usually fixed with a simple restart. deliver it a try!

Restart with remote:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote control.
  2. Select the Settings.
  3. Go into System.
  4. Go into Power.
  5. Click on System Restart.
  6. Hit Restart.

Restart when frozen:

  1. Press the Home button five times.
  2. Select the Up arrow once.
  3. Press the Rewind button twice.
  4. Press the Fast Forward button twice.

Is your device overheating?

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It can overheat if you set your Roku on top of another device or in a confined space. It shouldn’t be common, but you will see an on-screen warning if your Roku is overheating. Some Roku devices also feature an LED light that will light up bright red when it overheats.

When you see the on-screen warning or LED light, immediately shut your Roku off and unplug it. Wait ten minutes or longer before reconnecting your device and power it back on. If the problem persists, turn your Roku back off and unplug it. You may have to contact Roku if you can’t find a way to cool your device down, which may indicate more significant hardware problems.

Look for a red light

Talking about a red light, it can identify more than overheating issues. You may also run into a problem where your Roku isn’t getting enough power, indicated by a red LED or on-screen warning. If you’ve plugged your USB-powered Roku device into your TV in a closed loop, that may cause your problem. Some TVs come with USB outlets that deliver less power than others, and some aren’t meant to deliver power at all.

The easiest way to fix this Roku problem is to plug your USB into the power adapter, which should come in the original box. Roku designed its adapter to deliver the correct power level, so trust the hardware! If you still have problems, try moving the power adapter to a different outlet or power strip.

Check your remote

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Most Roku products ship with simple IR remotes, but newer units can get Wi-Fi models. These are arguably better, but they can also complicate things a bit. Sure, they let you point anywhere with good results, but you may have connection problems. Most of these issues should be easy to fix on setup, but here’s what you can try if not.

Roku IR remotes

Unfortunately, IR remotes still require direct lines of sight to your streaming device. You’ll have to move all obstacles between yourself and your streaming device. Make sure to check your line of sight from anywhere you like to sit in front of your TV.

You can also replace the batteries in your IR remote for a stronger connection. The IR blaster works like a flashlight and is only as good as its beam strength. A fresh set of batteries should help fix this type of Roku problem.

Roku Wi-Fi remotes

Roku’s Wi-Fi remotes are slightly more complicated but are also significantly more powerful. You can try the battery trick we mentioned above, but it can also help to restart or re-pair your remote and streaming device.

Force restart your remote and Roku device:

  1. Unplug your Roku device.
  2. Take the batteries out of your remote.
  3. Reconnect your Roku device to power and wait for it to boot.
  4. Insert the batteries back into your remote and wait 30 seconds to one minute.

This should restart both components but can also make your remote lose connection with the device. Here’s what you can do if this happens.

How to re-pair your Roku remote:

  1. Repeat the first four steps above, but don’t replace the battery cover.
  2. Press and hold the pairing button found inside the compartment for three seconds. After that, you should see the pairing light begin to flash on your remote.
  3. Wait 30 seconds while your remote completes its pairing process.
  4. Follow the pairing prompts on your TV screen.

Note: If you’re unsure which remote you have, remove the battery cover. If you have a Wi-Fi remote, you’ll see a tiny pairing button, which will be absent from IR remotes.

It might be your internet connection

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Are you still having problems with Roku not working? Maybe it’s time to start looking outside your Roku hardware. You may be having internet problems. To find out, grab another connected device using the same Wi-Fi network. This could be a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Check if your internet is working on other devices. If other devices don’t work, you know what the problem is.

Check if your router and modem are operating correctly. You can try to reset them. There’s usually a dedicated restart button on these, but you can also use the universal method of unplugging the router, waiting a minute or so, and then plugging it back in. If a simple method for fixing your internet doesn’t work, you should probably call your internet service provider for help.

Roku also has a dedicated tool for checking your internet connection.

How to check your internet connection from a Roku device:

  1. Go into the Settings.
  2. Head into Network.
  3. Select Check connection.

You should see Excellent, Good, Fair, or Poor indicators in the About section. If you have a Fair or Poor connection, you may want to try to Excellerate your connection.

If your Roku device has an Ethernet port, try connecting to the internet that way to test if the problem comes from your Wi-Fi. This may mean that you’ll have to reset your router, or you may want to reposition your Roku. It’s not always possible, especially if you have a streaming stick, but you can also try to move your TV set. Error code 009 on your Roku means that it’s connected to your router, just without internet. If that happens, restart your Roku and the router to see if that helps. You can also look at our guide for troubleshooting your Wi-Fi if you need extra help.

Keep your Roku updated

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Most Roku updates are meant to happen automatically in the background, but nobody is perfect. Occasionally, you might have to roll your sleeves up and do the update yourself.

How to update your Roku device:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote.
  2. Go into the Settings.
  3. Select System.
  4. Choose the Software Update option.
  5. Press Check Now to search for updates manually.
  6. If an update is available, your Roku should begin the process automatically. Do not interrupt it while the update installs.

Audio and video issues

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Audio and video problems on your Roku can come from several issues. It could be a problem with your apps or software settings, but it could also be a hardware issue if something is disconnected.

Before trying any of these more complex solutions, try restarting your Roku first. Then, unplug it from power and wait a few seconds before powering it on again. It may sound like a silly answer, but it often works wonders.

Are you still having problems? Here are a few potential solutions:

Check your connections and inputs

Check your HDMI input at both ends if you have a set-top Roku. Your cables should be tightly connected to the TV and your streaming device. You may also want to check that you’re connected to the correct audio input. Finally, ensure the mute function is turned off, and try adjusting your TV volume.

Check your Roku’s settings

You can use the Settings menu to adjust your audio input. Press the Home button on your remote and head to Settings, where you should find the Audio option. If you’re connected via HDMI, adjust your setting to Stereo and change your HDMI to PCM-Stereo.

Adjust your audio settings on Roku:

  1. Press the Home button.
  2. Go into Settings.
  3. Hit Audio.
  4. Go into Digital output format.
  5. Adjust your setting to Stereo if you’re using HDMI.

Audio and visual sync issues

You may notice that your audio and visual playback is out of sync. If this is the case, you may have to fiddle with your video refresh settings.

Edit Roku video refresh settings:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote control.
  2. Enter the Settings menu.
  3. Choose System and then Advanced system settings.
  4. Click on Advanced display settings.
  5. Choose Auto-adjust display refresh rate and select Off.

Common Roku app problems

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Roku’s companion app is an essential add-on for Android and iOS users, but it can be a source of some common problems. You can use the app as a remote control, and it’s the easiest way to add content to your streaming device. First, however, you must ensure that you get the connection settings just right. Like most problems, the root cause probably lies with your Wi-Fi connection, so here are some solutions.

Connect both devices to the same network

Modern Wi-Fi routers often come with two different networks — a 2.4GHz option and a 5GHz one. You should ensure that both your phone and streaming device are connected to the same network, just in case. The two networks should talk to each other, but sometimes it helps to be extra careful.

Fix your Roku’s network problem

  1. Press the Home button on your remote control.
  2. Enter the Settings menu and head to System, then Advanced system settings.
  3. Open the Control by mobile apps option.
  4. Now, go to Network Access.
  5. Try changing the setting from Default to Permissive.

Try a factory data reset

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The factory reset is the most extreme way to fix most Roku problems. As the name suggests, it returns your streaming device to its default settings. You’ll have to re-download and log into all of your apps all over again, but it should help fix common errors.

How to reset your Roku device:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote control.
  2. Enter the Settings menu.
  3. Select System.
  4. Click on Advanced system settings.
  5. Go into Factory reset
  6. Confirm by entering the code shown on your screen.
  7. Choose OK.
  8. Click on Start factory reset.

You can also use your Roku’s physical reset button to skip the menu steps. Some devices have large buttons you can press with a finger, though you’ll need a paperclip or something similar to press the pinhole reset button on the Roku Ultra.


Hopefully, we’ve helped you find a solution to your most common Roku problems. If none of the above tricks have worked, it might be time to replace your streaming device. Luckily, we have plenty of favorites to recommend, so look at our list of the best streaming devices around to see if you like any alternatives. We also have a list of the best Roku devices, just in case you want to stick with the same platform.

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Killexams : How learners can develop soft skills in metaverse Soft skills are critical for leadership positions in any field. © Provided by The Financial Express Soft skills are critical for leadership positions in any field.

By Yuvraj K Sharma

As a student, I thought my education would be over once I left school. However, I soon realised that learning is a constant journey that never stops. Did you Know? Soft skills are ranked higher as a priority by all renowned hiring managers and educational institutions when selecting new employees or candidates. As a result, today, employers seek candidates with transferable soft skills like communication, leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management.

Collaborating effectively with others and identifying real-world solutions is an invaluable skill set in today’s educational and professional ecosystems. Today more than ever, there is a need for educational environments that offer soft skill development programs that can provide learners with the opportunity to develop essential soft skills.

It’s crucial to understand how 3D virtual learning tools can be used as educational tools to ensure learners get the most out of their learning experience. An immersive educational metaverse setting offers learners a hands-on learning experience with real-world materials. Imagine, if students don’t learn how to work together and communicate effectively in school, how will they develop these skills later on? Well, most learners know how essential these skills are. Still, they sometimes need to learn how to develop them effectively, which will benefit them later when they enter the workforce or start their businesses as entrepreneurs.

The advent and rise of children learning and interacting with technology have made soft skills increasingly vital. A student who can communicate effectively and collaborate with others in a team will learn faster, pay more attention, and feel more engaged in a 3D virtual learning environment. An effective and interactive 3D educational Metaverse platform provides interactive learning experiences using a virtual reality environment. Learners learn how to work with others by engaging in collaborative learning activities where each participant has a unique role based on their strengths and abilities.

Today, the focus of an effective ed-tech virtual learning platform has shifted to more personalized learning approaches, where the educational environment adapts to the learner’s needs. The learning experience for learners through a 3D educational metaverse platform that is immersive, engaging, and interactive. Learners explore novel concepts and ideas through virtual simulations, field trips, and labs. With practice, learners become accustomed to dealing with obstacles and solving problems in a realistic environment where they can try different things before making decisions.

Entering a classroom in a metaverse opens up a new realm of possibilities for learners. By using these technologies—whether through a video game, simulation program, or even by taking advantage of the existing advances in virtual education—learners can gain valuable experience with concepts like collaboration and agility.

Therefore, to summarise by leveraging this technology, learners can be engaged in activities that will help them develop their few critical skills, which include:

Communication Skills: Communication is a crucial component of any relationship or interaction. Learning in a metaverse platform helps learners to communicate effectively by practicing public speaking skills in front of an audience without being judged by others in real-time scenarios and situations. Learners can use three-dimensional educational metaverse to develop their communication skills with the help of simulations involving real people or animated characters. In addition, they can practice active listening techniques by taking turns while talking with each other or asking questions about what others have said. This helps learners Excellerate their speaking skills, allowing them to practice them continuously until it becomes second nature.

Furthermore, learners can be given the opportunity to build confidence by remaining anonymous throughout the simulation. Anonymity, through appearance and also voice masking, allows for improving professional skills without judgment from others in the same setting.

Management and Leadership Skills: Soft skills are critical for leadership positions in any field, so learners must develop them early. Metaverse allows them to train themselves in the most effective ways to lead teams and manage projects effectively. This is done by immersing themselves in scenarios where they’ll be required to take charge of various situations. Training staff for soft skills, such as communication, leadership, listening, and empathy is hard to achieve and also measure. The metaverse facilitates this by immersing learners in real-world conflicts and allows them to practice their soft skills in a safe environment, for example, by having sensitive or difficult conversations with employees or customers.

Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: Learners learn how to analyze information to make decisions. They also develop an understanding of how to break down complex problems into smaller parts that are easier to solve. Critical thinking involves analyzing information logically, objectively, rationally, and systematically to draw conclusions or solve problems. Critical thinkers ask questions like “What is this?” “Why did it happen?” “What else might happen?” “Why do we need this?”

The only skill that will be relevant in the 21st century is learning new and relevant skills. Hence, learning in a metaverse will help learners to learn, implement and test their soft skills through technological advancements. As a result, developing soft skills in the new digital age has become paramount to a company’s success and individuals. Soft skills, when done right, help your resume shine and make an excellent first impression during an interview. Moreover, building solid networks will Excellerate a learner’s chances of confidently getting ahead.

The author of this article is co-founder, Edverse, Views expressed are personal.

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