WBT Systems

MARCH 20, 2018

WBT Systems is delighted to be an official strategic partner of the 2018 NiUG Greater Chicago Conference , hosted by NiUG International , April 4-6, in Rosemont, Illinois. WBT Systems has been has been helping Associations to build and improve their education and certification programs for over 20 years.

TopClass 40

TopClass Association Learning Management System WBT Systems Association LMS 40

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

WBT Systems is delighted to announce their sponsorship of the NiUG Discovery 2016 Conference , hosted by NiUG International , April 11-13. Gilles and Mike will be flying over to meet the NiUG community and talk to you about all your Association eLearning questions. appeared first on WBT Systems.

TopClass 45

TopClass Association Learning Management System WBT Systems Association LMS 45

WBT Systems

APRIL 19, 2017

There are countless articles describing how we need to change the way we deliver learning to attract and engage millennial learners, but many of these articles seem to forget that organizations must deliver learning to learners across multiple generational groups. Do millennial learners prefer different types of training?

Association Learning Management System 65

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Benefits Learner 65

WBT Systems

DECEMBER 3, 2016

WBT Systems will be exhibiting our award-winning TopClass Learning Management System and association learning solutions at Booth #615 during ASAE Tech 2016 , December 13-14. Extend the conversation with learning communities. Motivate learners by rewarding participation and achievements.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System TopClass WBT Systems Collaboration 40

WBT Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Their key predictions for the trends that would impact on association learning solutions in 2016 were: The need for vendors to provide association-specific LMS functionality and professional services expertise, Mobile learning becoming a must-have, The growth of social learning, in particular digital badges and micro-credentials.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Predictions 40

WBT Systems

JULY 12, 2016

Provides more opportunities for social learning, collaboration, increased participation and informal strategies. As the term suggests, blended learning combines the use of technology with in-person learning activities to enable organizations to reach and engage with their learners in a variety of ways.

Association Learning Management System 56

Association Learning Management System Blended Learning LMS Association LMS 56

WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Recently, eLearning Industry invited WBT Systems to contribute to the publication of a free eBook which addresses one of the biggest concerns faced by organizations – the complexity and difficulty of Learning Management System implementation. How can you make it easier for your learners to access your content?

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System eBook 40

WBT Systems

JANUARY 3, 2017

Start by reading through “ Learning Technology Blogs: An Analyst’s Reading List ” for Talented Learning’s selection of the best blog posts from 2016, providing a “goldmine of thought-provoking guidance” on association learning technology. Association Learning Technology: Resources for Planning.

Association Learning Management System 56

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Learning Technologies 56

WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

With “open badges” lifelong learners can earn credentials from multiple sources and accumulate them in portable digital “backpacks” offered by companies like Mozilla , Credly or Acclaim. EDUCAUSE is a nonprofit association that supports the community of IT leaders and professionals who are committed to advancing higher education.

Association Learning Management System 67

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Digital 67

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? How to Really Involve Learners.

Association Learning Management System 58

Association Learning Management System Online Learning Online Association LMS 58

WBT Systems

JUNE 12, 2017

These “value-adds” provide encouragement and support to students, give them opportunities to apply what they’ve learned, increase the likelihood of their success, and encourage them to pursue further professional development with your association. 1 – Provide pre-course resources. 3 – Provide an optional deeper dive.

Online 51

Online Course WBT Systems Community 51

WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

These opportunities to lead in changing professional education will affect how such programs are delivered, assessed and valued by learners, employers and the professional and trade associations providing education and certification within their respective industries. Integrations between Systems become Crucial.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Trends 40

WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

This week we were motivated by the keynote session of the Higher Logic Super Forum , where we heard Ken Schmidt of Harley Davidson describe the power of storytelling in creating a passionate member community that will champion your brand. Telling your story and championing community value for you.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association WBT Systems 40

WBT Systems

OCTOBER 25, 2017

An entire segment of your professional community—the freelancers—may not be involved with your association because of financial, schedule, or membership restrictions. How are freelancers different from other learners? A mobile-friendly, on-demand e-learning program will provide the flexibility sought by freelancers.

Association Learning Management System 62

Association Learning Management System Association WBT Systems Survey 62

WBT Systems

JANUARY 24, 2017

This innovative idea showcased the expertise and types of resources available from this association, both to learners in the field of music therapy, but also to interested parties in other industries, who may provide a new market for the AMTA’s educational resources, and thus a new source of non-dues revenue.

Association 40

Association Benefits Education Diversity Training 40

WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Connectivity is replacing knowledge – association education must facilitate feedback, understanding and application to provide true value. Some of the relevant insights provide great messaging for associations seeking to market their education and certification programs to members.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Education 40

WBT Systems

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Digital badges inspire new pathways to learning and connect learners to opportunities, resources, and one another ”. Association membership brings together people with shared professional interests, providing a community in which members support, network, and share experience within their industry.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Social Networks 40

WBT Systems

OCTOBER 17, 2017

That is one of the many questions that will be discussed by the credentialing community next week, October 23 to 26, in New Orleans at the ICE Exchange —the Institute for Credentialing Excellence ’s annual conference. Provide evidence that the credential is valued by employers and esteemed by their peers.

Association Learning Management System 55

Association Learning Management System WBT Systems Association LMS Association 55

WBT Systems

AUGUST 30, 2016

Social media is a part of social learning and extends opportunities to connect with the wider member community, but social learning does not just consist of sharing content to social media. But how do you provide more formal social learning experiences for members in your education programs?

Association Learning Management System 63

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Social Learning 63

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. It has never been easier to connect and engage with your learners.

TopClass 40

TopClass Association Learning Management System Version Association LMS 40

WBT Systems

AUGUST 1, 2017

Benefits of Flipped Learning for Adult Learners. They might have even already “met” the instructor and fellow students in the online community associated with the conference. With flipped learning, attendees have the opportunity to meet their instructor and fellow students before the event and become part of a learning community.

Conference 60

Conference Association Learning Management System Education Association LMS 60

Talented Learning

APRIL 8, 2017

With “open badges” lifelong learners can earn credentials from multiple sources and accumulate them in portable digital “backpacks” offered by companies like Mozilla , Credly or Acclaim. The system is scalable to support the 2 million science teachers across the U.S. Why Look to Associations? Badging Platform: Credly.

Association Learning Management System 75

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Digital 75

Talented Learning

APRIL 8, 2017

Co-authored by Linda Bowers, CTO, WBT Systems. Lifelong learners can earn badges from multiple sources and accumulate them in portable digital “backpacks” offered by companies like Mozilla , Credly or Acclaim. The system is scalable to support the 2 million science teachers across the U.S. Why Look to Associations?

Association Learning Management System 77

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Digital 77

WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

A well-marked trail helps hikers get up a mountain efficiently and safely—and well-marked learning pathways helps learners achieve professional goals efficiently too. Learning pathways enhance the value of your online learning programs and increase the loyalty of learners. Benefits of learning pathways for learners and associations.

Skills 46

Skills Blended Learning WBT Systems Social Networks 46

WBT Systems

JULY 17, 2018

Is your LMS provider stuck in a rut? Are you using a 20th century system in the 21st century? If the roadmap isn’t providing the information you seek, ask the vendor specifically about their plans to add new features and functionality, especially the ones in your LMS requirements. Ideas and communication flow both ways.

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS LMS Platform 40

WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2017

While enrolled in your online learning programs, adult learners are also working, parenting, taking care of household chores, or trying to find time for social lives and other activities. Introduce them to the concept of spaced learning and provide suggestions on how they can build it into their course design. What happens?

Online 53

Online Course Case Study WBT Systems 53

WBT Systems

JANUARY 23, 2018

Learners are exchanging their cash and time for that promised outcome—make sure they can picture it. In fact, people will pay more for a product providing a better experience. The course provides access to industry thought-leaders and VIPs that learners can’t get elsewhere. Optimize your course descriptions for search.

Course 46

Course Online Association Learning Management System Social Networks 46

WBT Systems

MAY 9, 2017

We already know that not only does eLearning provide a valuable member service , leading to higher member retention rates, it can also generate an important additional source of non-dues revenue. appeared first on WBT Systems. The post Don’t Ignore Non-Dues Revenue Potential of Digital Badges!

Social Networks 61

Social Networks Association Learning Management System Digital Association LMS 61

WBT Systems

JULY 18, 2017

1 – Build community in advance. Social media participation is not required, but it helps students feel like they’re learning together as part of a poetry community, not just an online course. 6 – Encourage students to become active learners. 10 – Provide options for deeper exploration.

Webcast 41

Webcast Online Course Design 41

WBT Systems

AUGUST 23, 2016

In fact, many organizations are working with online course providers like Udacity and Coursera to create specific courses that cover the skills gap between what higher education currently teaches and what is needed for the modern workplace. Drive engagement in the Association community. How do you achieve both?

Association Learning Management System 40

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association TopClass 40

WBT Systems

MARCH 6, 2018

With their participation you can subsidize program expenses or provide a selection of programs to members at little or no cost while helping industry partners connect with their target audience. As industry experts, sponsors can bring value to your online learning programs by helping learners achieve their goals.

Online Learning 41

Online Learning Program Online Blended Learning 41

WBT Systems

JANUARY 9, 2018

Learners want knowledge now and they want it quick, and that’s what they’re getting—elsewhere. Today’s learners want time-efficient, engaging, useful, fun, bite-sized learning, just like what they see on YouTube. It helps turn infrequent learners into habitual learners. People are starting to expect light-speed learning.

Trends 46

Trends Online Learning Online Association 46

WBT Systems

JUNE 12, 2018

You also learn more about your learners and their challenges, preferences, and needs. By repeatedly asking for their perspective, you demonstrate your learner-centric mission: to deliver education that makes a difference in their lives and helps them achieve their career goals. They don’t provide actionable feedback.

Diversity Training 49

Diversity Training Online Course Evalution 49

WBT Systems

APRIL 17, 2018

To provide a more engaging and effective learning experience for your online students, consider outsourcing instructional design. If your association would like to provide a learning experience that keeps online students engaged while building new knowledge and skills, consider these ten benefits of outsourcing instructional design. #1:

Instructional Design 41

Instructional Design Outsource Diversity Training Instructional 41

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

An online course that merely provides information is no better than any other in today’s competitive lifelong learning market. Provide tips on time management, goal setting, and planning and prioritizing work. 5 – Build a learning community. Online students must have the motivation and discipline to work in isolation.

Online 42

Online Association Learning Management System Case Study Association LMS 42

WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

If you want to prepare your association for the future, you need lifelong learners to take you there—that’s the only way to stay competitive and agile enough to solve today’s problems and face tomorrow’s unknown challenges. Provide funds for formal learning, but also provide resources and support for informal learning.

Association Learning Management System 41

Association Learning Management System Association LMS Association Culture 41

WBT Systems

JULY 31, 2018

Website visitors provide their email address in exchange for a download of a tip sheet, checklist, report, or ebook. Provide information about: Career paths. It’s designed to help the learner achieve a goal, for example, prepare for a specific career. Consider topics such as: How to prepare for an interview. Business basics.

Job 40

Job Resources Online Learning Help 40