Talented Learning

APRIL 8, 2017

skills gap ” problem. What is the “Skills Gap” Problem? These persistently unfilled positions are attributed to an unfortunate and somewhat ironic phenomenon called the “skills gap.”. “Skills Gap” Solutions. Associations can lead the way and solve the skills gap. According to the U.S.

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WBT Systems

JULY 18, 2022

A constant theme pops up in posts and reports about professional development and the workplace—skills. Upskilling, reskilling, skills gaps, skills training, skills-based credentialing. the emphasis in our…

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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

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

A learning pathway is a designated route through online classes, courses, and other educational programs that is designed to help someone achieve a learning goal, for example, prepare for a specific career or update skills. The post Learning Pathways: How to Fill Your Industry’s Skills Gap appeared first on WBT Systems.

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WBT Systems

MAY 23, 2017

Share perspectives and statistics about the emergence of new skills, technology, jobs, and trends , and the need for members to prepare themselves for the future. The post Teach Your Members How to Build a Learning Habit appeared first on WBT Systems. Convey this message with a sense of urgency via every channel you have.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 14, 2023

At the ASAE Annual Meeting, peer-to-peer learning was everywhere. As conference speakers, association professionals shared ideas, how-to information, and case studies with their peers. More informally, peer-to-…

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WBT Systems

MAY 10, 2018

Linda Bowers, CTO, WBT Systems. He works with carrier representatives and agency associates in creating education and training paths to ensure that risk and insurance professionals have the knowledge and skills necessary to meet their clients’ needs. Develop effective pricing and marketing strategies.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Address Your Industry’s Skills Gap in So-Called “Soft” Human Skills. Read more about Address Your Industry’s Skills Gap in So-Called “Soft” Human Skills.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 9, 2016

skills to hand. Here, WBT Systems’ Lead User Experience and Design Architect, James Sheil , talks us through how to enhance eLearning assessments easily with multimedia. Screenshots from the examples shown are based on the WBT Systems ‘ TopClass LMS online content editor. Request a Demo Today.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

The article discusses some of the challenges these competitors face, and highlights successful strategies that organizations have implemented to encourage employees to up-skill and engage in continuing education, which could be applied to association education and certification programs also.

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WBT Systems

JULY 12, 2016

When your organization is concerned with “Building Strong Girls” as is Gamma Phi Beta, the first women’s organization to be called a ‘sorority’, a blended learning approach supports the development of both leadership skills and organizational growth.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

On the other side, if conflict arises within the online community, often participants can successfully resolve the conflict themselves and build teamwork skills, by pressuring each other to adhere to the community rules. These five essential skills will help instructors to facilitate online group work for collaborative learning.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 11, 2016

The project manager also needs to have excellent interpersonal skills, as they will be the primary liaison between your organization and the LMS vendor and will need to be able to establish good communication and relationships with LMS vendors , that will help to keep the project on track for the duration of the implementation.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 28, 2017

Other key recommendations in the report focus on the need for digital fluency and “ incentivizing employees to commit to lifelong learning so they continue to develop their skills or even retrain for new roles “, as noted in this analysis. “There is unprecedented demand for — and recognition of — non-degree credentials.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Freelancers stay competitive by learning new skills. 65 percent of freelancers said they’re learning new skills as jobs evolve, versus only 45 percent of regular workers. 65 percent of freelancers said they’re learning new skills as jobs evolve, versus only 45 percent of regular workers. And don’t forget to ask them directly.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

A recent trend for employers to work with online education providers such as Udacity and Coursera to create education programs to address the skills gap created by traditional academic programs, shows there is a growing need for a new approach to industry-specific training. But we can’t stop there.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 23, 2016

Association members use their professional social networks, curated feeds, and a myriad of other digital channels to enhance their professional skills. Specific industry-recognized skills and experience are highly sought after. Show potential employers that they have up-to-date and relevant skills. How do you achieve both?

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Once you understand the workforce needs of employers in your industry , your association can work with them to develop educational programs to train or retrain a skilled workforce. What roles and skills are commonly outsourced or expected to be outsourced? What do employers and aging members need?

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 16, 2018

It’s a practical skill that new research reveals has a direct neurological link to greater creativity, empathy, and optimism. Or will you need to learn new skills? Will they have to learn new skills? As you can see, thinking like a futurist doesn’t require specialized skills. Now, imagine yourself living in that future.

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Employees who apply new skills and knowledge to their work help their company become more competitive. An organization’s best asset for dealing with change and disruption is a workforce with up-to-date skills and knowledge. What skills will you learn? On the other hand, employees who feel underappreciated disengage from work.

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WBT Systems

MAY 9, 2017

Because association education programs are based on industry standards, the learning outcomes are consistent and it is easy for employers to recognize the validity of skills and competencies achieved. Digital Badge Backpacks – Mozilla OpenBadges, Credly, Badgr, etc…. Badge Taxonomy by Bryan Mathers (Used under CC-BY-SA 4.0

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

These programs are continuously changing to adapt to the changes that occur in any profession or trade as society develops, such as the introduction of new technologies that may redefine the skills and knowledge required for certain occupations. Does your education program inspire your members to want to further their knowledge and skills?

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WBT Systems

MAY 1, 2018

What’s more, you have to consider the budget you’ll need to build your staff’s instructional design skills—and any other skills required for creating course content, for example, visual design or multi-media skills. Determine which skills you have (or can develop) in-house and which are beyond your capabilities.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 4, 2017

Using Digital Credentials to Close the Skills Gap. The post Re-Energize Online Learning for Members appeared first on WBT Systems. Several recent articles and studies have outlined that the key benefits that the digital-savvy millennial generation want from associations are job opportunities, credentials and training.

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WBT Systems

JULY 3, 2018

It’s a great time for job-hunting—as long as you have the skills employers need. But, 92 percent of executives believe Americans don’t have the right skills for available jobs. 54 percent of those executives say the education system doesn’t teach the skills needed for today’s workforce.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 19, 2017

We have noted in several of our recent blogs that there is a growing skills gap between the skills needed for employment and what is being provided by our current education system. The post Focus on Millennial Learners to Benefit Members of All Ages appeared first on WBT Systems. Request Demo.

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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. They want to demonstrate their competency in the knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to succeed in the future.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 8, 2017

Many employers are finding that a college education is not providing the skills their employees need to succeed on the job. A study by PayScale identified the top skills managers found missing in job applicants : Critical thinking. Capability development. Problem solving. Attention to detail. Writing proficiency.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2017

Build in continuous reinforcement of new skills and ideas. Link new concepts or skills to knowledge they’ve already acquired in previous lessons. Help them make the connection between the new material and the skills or knowledge they already use at work. After every section of material, schedule a review session.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

What skills do people need to enter a career in your industry, advance their career, or improve business success? Start your research by talking with employers about required skills and any skills gaps they see now and anticipate in the future. Are those skills still relevant for people coming up behind them? Start small.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 22, 2017

But, as economic and technological changes increase the demand for new skills and knowledge, colleges and universities see a market need and they want in. Northeastern talked to hiring managers to understand which skills they required and prioritized. What about associations—aren’t they stepping into that gap? “As

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 15, 2016

It’s when thousands of ASAE members come together to reconnect with colleagues, learn new professional skills, and focus on the future of their respective organizations. But for association professionals, August brings another kind of opportunity.

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WBT Systems

MAY 15, 2018

You’ll hear about skills gaps and emerging needs. Soft skills and leadership development. Many companies are realizing their employees don’t always have the soft skills needed to move forward (and up) in their career. Lack of skills among employees to manage their own learning. Unreliable technology infrastructure.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

Cloud-based learning management systems significantly reduce the costs of delivering education and certification programs, enable your organization to reach a larger, global audience, and provide on-demand access to eLearning solutions for your members. Integrations between Systems become Crucial.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 28, 2023

Every professional understands the need to brush up or acquire new knowledge and skills so they can… What’s the biggest obstacle between your members and your educational programs? It’s a perceived lack of time.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 13, 2018

They’re skilled at helping you uncover core technical and functional requirements, and determining which needs are “must-haves” and which are “nice-to-haves.” The post Select an LMS Consultant Before Beginning Your LMS Selection appeared first on WBT Systems. They can also help you with documentation and training.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Compliance LMS solutions are administrator-focused and typically include skills and competencies tracking, audit trails, electronic signatures, strong ILT management, facilities and resource management, broad content support and powerhouse reporting. WBT Systems. Linda Bowers , WBT Systems. Blue Sky eLearn.

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