Talented Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2017

As 2017 draws to a close, the learning community is buzzing with chatter. It’s time again for the annual Talented Learning LMS Awards! The Talented Learning Awards are not a money-making affair for us. The Talented Learning LMS Awards are not chosen by marketers, or designed for marketers.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Organizations offer a wide variety of professional learning opportunities to their members, employees, and partners which range from online courses and webinars, to regional or annual conferences, to classroom-based learning. A recent poll from Association Adviser asked what is the main reason that members attend events?

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WBT Systems

JULY 12, 2016

Provides more opportunities for social learning, collaboration, increased participation and informal strategies. Successful Delivery of Blended Learning with an LMS. An LMS can be used to easily deliver the technology elements of your education program.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 13, 2018

With more than 700 learning platforms on the market, how do you narrow the field down to the best learning management systems (LMS) for your association’s needs? Benefits of Working with an LMS Consultant. Benefits of Working with an LMS Consultant. How LMS Consultants Help with Selection.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 29, 2018

As an independent learning systems consultant , I’m often asked to share my opinion about what’s happening in the LMS market. Last month, I published a mid-year learning technology trends update. At that time, I promised to share additional thoughts about what these trends mean for LMS buyers and sellers.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 14, 2017

Working with many associations over the years, we have listened to many organizations describe the reasons why their members do not use their existing Learning Management System (LMS) and why they are looking for a new learning solution to re-engage their learners. Maybe, maybe not.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Associations around the world face a common challenge — how to remain relevant and expand their footprint in their particular domain. Before the rise of social media and cloud computing, associations competed to attract new members — but only in a subtle “non-profit” sort of way. This is where associations and digital badges come in.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 3, 2017

Back at the office, this process is paralleled as the new year kick-starts strategic planning sessions to set goals for association management, covering everything from membership growth and retention to updating education and certification programs. New Year, New Goals, New Technology.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. If you don’t accurately and completely identify and prioritize your real needs during that process, your new LMS will fall short of expectations.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

It is not easy choosing the best LMS for 2016. That’s because the learning management systems market has never been stronger or more diverse. LMS specialists of every size, shape and focus continue to enter the space with impressive new capabilities. Finding the Best LMS in a Complex World.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 8, 2017

Associations around the world face a common challenge — how to remain relevant and expand their footprint in their particular domain. Before the rise of social media and cloud computing, associations competed to attract new members — but only in a subtle “non-profit” sort of way. Why Look to Associations?

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WBT Systems

MAY 23, 2017

Learning is part of their character and they seek it out wherever they can find it by: Reading blogs, articles, reports, tip sheets, white papers, ebooks, and books. Taking online classes and courses. When you help members develop a learning habit, they get more out of their membership—and out of life. Listening to podcasts.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 16, 2016

The new version of TopClass LMS (Learning Management System) is here and we are excited to share with you the great new features that make participation more rewarding for professional learners and simplify the delivery of learning for administrators. New Features in TopClass LMS version 10.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 3, 2018

As dysfunctional and frustrating as that old learning management system (LMS) is, your association still relies upon it. But, let’s face it, your current LMS is holding you back. Maybe it wasn’t designed for associations in the first place. Preparing Your Case for a New LMS.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 26, 2018

You finally got the budget to purchase a learning management system (LMS). Ask around for request for proposal (RFP) samples and send one of them to a dozen LMS vendors? The first step is gathering and prioritizing your requirements for a new LMS. Borrowing another association’s LMS RFP.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 28, 2016

The last thing you wanted to do on the summertime was more learning! However, the summertime is a great time to evaluate your current learning management system and the training courses your organization offers. Are learners completing the courses? Are you receiving many questions about the course material?

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

There is an association for every profession, trade, and interest. In the United States alone, there are tens of thousands of associations and non-profit organizations working to support, develop, and advocate for their respective members and industries. Association LMS Buying Guide – from Talented Learning.

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WBT Systems

JULY 5, 2017

If your association’s learning management system (LMS) is only used by staff in the education department, you’re not taking full advantage of its potential. An LMS can do so much more than help you manage online courses, certification and accreditation programs, digital badges, and webinars.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

In this post, we have collected some articles that we think will be interesting for associations, and that touch on some of the challenges and opportunities for association education programs today. Six Issues Associations Are Having Difficulty Responding To. Mobile technology changes everything, and makes associations nervous.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 30, 2016

The 3 C’s of social learning for associations will help you decide what approach works best for your association members when incorporating social learning into the design of education programs. What is Social Learning? How is Social Learning relevant to Associations? .

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

We’ve put together a quick summary of what the experts are saying about general trends for eLearning solutions and analysed how these might impact your association, so you can focus on innovating and developing your education programs in 2017. Trends Impacting Associations Right Now. So what do you need to know?

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The Twitter conversations during this session also sparked some interesting thoughts about how associations can inspire their member communities to become passionate about what their association has to offer. This week, however, we want to inspire you to reflect on the story your association education programs tell your members.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

Is your association a learning organization? A learning organization becomes more like a community that members can feel a commitment to. Do any of these themes sound familiar to your association?

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WBT Systems

JUNE 14, 2016

Reflection is an important part of learning, allowing us to process and comprehend new information, taking time to consider it in light of our experience, which helps us to create meaning and knowledge that can be applied to improve performance. 3 Ways to Facilitate Reflective Learning with your LMS. Regular Journaling.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 8, 2017

Co-authored by Linda Bowers, CTO, WBT Systems. Associations around the world face a common challenge — how to remain relevant and expand their footprint in their particular domain. Associations face fierce competition from academic institutions, for-profit training companies and even individual subject matter experts.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 23, 2016

Why are Digital Badges the future of Association Education? The way we learn is constantly evolving. Association members use their professional social networks, curated feeds, and a myriad of other digital channels to enhance their professional skills. Balancing Badges to Benefit Association, Employer, and Member Needs.

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Learning management systems didn’t die. Quick LMS History. Corporate LMSs were invented almost 30 years ago to manage and report on the training and compliance of their employees and contractors. Every LMS tried to be all things to all types of customers in all industries. Our Research and Process.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 5, 2018

Since the EU approved GDPR on April 14, 2016, association technology firms have had lots of time to prepare for GDPR. In this post, we describe what your technology providers should do to help your association comply with GDPR. We’re not an European or international association. Your association is the “data controller.”.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

How Does a Culture of Learning Help an Association? The numbers are in favor of organizations with a strong learning culture, according to HR research firm Bersin by Deloitte : 37 percent greater employee productivity. Millennials don’t just want learning opportunities, they expect them. Dedicate time for learning.

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Talented Learning

MARCH 30, 2017

What is LMS gamification ? It’s not about playing games in a learning management system. In other words, it’s about tools and techniques that work together in a LMS to create a more engaging and effective learning experience. “Winning” LMS Gamification Functionality.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

“ The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm ”, a recently published whitepaper, outlines the potential for Associations to lead a much needed change in the current education industry. But they ask – are associations ready to lead this change? The Association Advantage for Employers.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

The recent whitepaper, “ The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm ”, has generated significant conversation online about how associations need to lead change with education programs , as associations are uniquely poised to help bridge the growing gap between academic training and employers needs.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 25, 2016

When pricing your association’s training offerings, it is important to assess their value, and then price accordingly. There are also significant benefits – members can take the training at a time and place that suits their own schedule and there are no costs associated with travel expenses. appeared first on WBT Systems.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

For associations, getting started with online learning can feel the same way. Many associations considering offering online learning to their members start by providing webinars, or recorded conference sessions online. Ensure that your vendor provides flexible models and understands how associations operate.

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WBT Systems

JULY 10, 2018

Pick an association website at random and read their About page. Associations have long been leaders in the lifelong learning business—which is why it’s so shocking to see how few associations support staff’s professional development, according to these survey results from Association Media & Publishing.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 19, 2017

In June 2016, an article in Association Now magazine referenced a study titled “ Member Engagement Study: Aligning Organization Strategy With What Matters Most to Members.” Younger members want anytime, anywhere access to learning, showing a preference for online resources, accessible via any mobile device.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 4, 2017

If you have been providing continuing education programs or professional development training via your website or learning management system, but your members don’t seem to be interested in the training you are offering, how can you re-energize online learning for members?

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