WBT Systems

MAY 9, 2017

WBT Systems is delighted to be an official partner of the 2017 NiUG New Orleans Conference , hosted by NiUG International , May 22-24. WBT Systems has been has been helping Associations to build and improve their education and certification programs since 1995. ” We are very excited to sponsor NiUG New Orleans!

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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.

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WBT Systems

MAY 23, 2017

If resources permit, provide suggestions to help them make progress toward their goals. Game developers leverage this behavioral principle by allowing early small wins and providing a quick sense of gratification. Provide context for ‘how-to’ content—show them how to take what they’ve learned and apply it immediately to their work.

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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. WBT Systems has been has been helping Associations to build and improve their education and certification programs since 1995. appeared first on WBT Systems.

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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. Do Learners Experience Unnecessary Barriers to Access?

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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?

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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. Motivate learners by rewarding participation and achievements. Use digital badges to make training or certification more engaging.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 7, 2016

The chefs are able to design and deliver interesting and attractive plates, because their suppliers work with them as part of the extended team to provide knowledge on seasonal availability and trends, quality produce, and pricing that works for the restaurant’s needs. What is your LMS vendor serving up for your Professional Learners?

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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.

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WBT Systems

MAY 31, 2016

Not all learning management systems are equal. With over 600 LMS vendors providing solutions for a variety of education technology needs, from generic to niche solutions, open source to proprietary platforms – how can you be sure that you have the right learning solution for your association? Are Your Learners Frustrated?

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

This leads to higher attendance and renewal rates, and ultimately an increase in non-dues revenue, which the association can re-invest in providing even better events and service to members. Tracking of continuing education credits in the learner’s training history. How do you Manage Learning at your Events?

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

We know that education programs provide one successful way to increase member engagement , whether through the annual conference, webinars, or online education and certification programs. Enhance the social and collaborative learning experience by providing a safe and comfortable space to facilitate discussion. Extend the Conversation.

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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.

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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. However, for a digital badge to be truly valuable, learners and employers alike must recognize and trust the source. Why Look to Associations?

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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? How to Really Involve Learners.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 20, 2016

One key benefit that can help deliver more value to members is a strong, engaging education program that keeps learners coming back for more training. Improving Learner Engagement among Association Members. Support Professional Learners Offline with an LMS. Five Differences between Association and Corporate LMS.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 11, 2016

As a starting point for evalutating your current learning solution, you might want to have a look at the post “ When is it Time for a New LMS “, and ask these questions: Are your learners frustrated? At WBT Systems we have developed a program called QuickValue. Has your organization outgrown your LMS?

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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.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Make sure that you clearly outline the learning objectives and details for the seminar, conference or course in your course catalog and promotional materials, to help these learners to quickly recognize the value of these connection programs. Company employees are busier than ever.

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

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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.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Adult learning expert Margie Meacham put it best: “A whole cottage industry evolved to provide teachers and trainers tools to help them identify and apply learning styles in their work. 2 – There are no “right-brain” or “left-brain” learners. But, on the contrary, researchers say learners, even young learners, cannot multi-task.

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WBT Systems

JULY 5, 2016

There are a multitude of blogs and articles outlining the benefits of taking free online courses for professional development to advance your career, but do these courses actually deliver the value and opportunity they profess to provide to adult learners? Lower fees for learners due to the lower costs of delivering education online.

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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!

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Whether your association is a trade association or professional society, don’t forget to remind members that a key part of any association’s mission is to provide education and/or certification programs. appeared first on WBT Systems. How do you currently facilitate communication from members about your education programs?

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 17, 2017

WBT Systems will be exhibiting at the ICE Exchange and listening in on conversations about credentialing, but we thought we’d start one first here about motivating certification candidates. Pink provides scientific support for his assertion that the most effective motivation comes from inside—it’s intrinsic, not extrinsic.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 30, 2016

In the 1970’s Albert Bandura developed Social Learning Theory , which states that learning occurs in a social context when the learner observes and then models a behavior. But how do you provide more formal social learning experiences for members in your education programs? The 3 C's of Social Learning for Associations.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 14, 2016

The newest cloud-based and mobile responsive LMS solutions provide fast access to education resources anytime, anywhere, and your LMS can support learning offline , but how do we also ensure that our professional learners also take the time to process and apply the learning they have accessed online? Regular Journaling.

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 12, 2017

When you’re a lifelong learner, it’s frustrating to see people in positions of power who don’t understand the value of professional development. Provide talking points, research findings, and testimonials about the positive impact made by professional development on employees and on the company’s bottom line. Do your research.

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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.

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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.

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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. Digital Badges Should Provide Value and Benefit to Members. How do you achieve both?

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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.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 12, 2016

Today’s learners, of any age, want to consume just-in-time resources and to leverage the collective knowledge to get to best content instantly, inexpensively and reliably. To address the culture shift, hundreds of learning technology providers are taking bold and unprecedented leaps and are creating net new opportunities in the market. .

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