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

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

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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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 3, 2017

The future looks bright for association e-learning. The growing lifelong learning market provides plenty of opportunity. However, one missing element is clouding the picture for associations. One weakness is holding associations back from reaching their market potential and becoming lifelong learning powerhouses.

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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

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 28, 2017

You know your association should provide online learning programs to members and others in your industry. Here are some ways to build an online learning program with a limited budget. Website and blog analytics. Define your online learning program’s focus. Clicked links in emails.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 26, 2017

Participating in an online learning challenge is a great way to kick-start a new habit, acquire a new skill, or accomplish a long-desired goal. A 7-day green smoothie challenge helped the founders of Simple Green Smoothies build an online community of more than 200,000 people. Design the challenge content.

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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. Online learning that is engaging and delivers important educational messages is every bit as powerful and effective as attending a classroom training event, so don’t be afraid to charge good money for it.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Imagine: after a long day of work, errands, and household chores and duties, they manage to find time to finish the week’s assignments for the online course they’re taking with your association. A learning community makes courses more engaging and enjoyable. In a few words, it’s where learning sticks.

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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. Culture change takes time.

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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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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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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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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

APRIL 10, 2018

Your wish can come true if you know how to make a persuasive case for a new learning management system (LMS) to the decision-makers at your association. Last week, we explained how to prepare your business case for a new LMS —from collecting evidence to gathering allies. Who makes the decision?

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

I bet one or more of the top results came from a message board or discussion forum for an online community, where someone else was seeking answers from their peers on a similar topic? ” TopClass Learning Management System is integrated with Higher Logic Online Community Platform to help you connect and engage with your learners.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

With less than a week to NiUG Discovery 2016 , we are excited to be sponsoring this great, interactive, learning and networking event for the iMIS Community! Use our tips to learn how to make the most of your time at NiUG Discovery, with a focus on your technology strategy: Plan, Plan, Plan. Have you got a plan? Have you got a plan?

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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 your LMS isn’t moving forward with you, it might mean it’s going downhill. The next time you select a new learning platform, one of the factors to consider is the vendor’s LMS roadmap.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

They end up getting overwhelmed with new information and falling victim to the forgetting curve—which means they will forget 70 percent of what they ‘learn’ within 24 hours. In most associations, only a small percentage of members attend conferences. Why Continue the Conference Learning Experience.

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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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WBT Systems

JANUARY 23, 2018

Do this on your website, blog, and online learning catalog. SEO: Wherever the course is mentioned on your website or blog, make sure that page is optimized for search engines. Paid ads: Online advertising—for example, Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook—gives you the ability to target specific demographic and interest groups.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 1, 2017

Everyone knows that sitting in an audience listening passively to a speaker is not an effective way for adults to learn, yet that’s still the norm at many conferences and educational events. It’s time for associations to upend ineffective education with flipped learning. Benefits of Flipped Learning for Adult Learners.

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eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

It is a short week for me as I am heading off to London to speak at the Unicorn Training Conference before zinging over to Berlin to speak at Online Educa Berlin. I’m curious to know what you are seeing in other countries regarding e-learning? could learn something from VA or even the online university in the U.K.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Now’s the time for your association to start asking questions: How is the growth of the freelance economy impacting your association now? How could it impact your association in the next several years? You may be surprised at what you learn. From your association? In what capacities are they working? It depends.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 17, 2018

Yet, many associations continue to have staff and volunteer subject matter experts (SMEs) design and develop online learning programs because that’s been the default mode of operation. To provide a more engaging and effective learning experience for your online students, consider outsourcing instructional design.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 29, 2017

Association members encounter an overwhelming amount of information every day from organizations pushing themselves into the already crowded professional development space. Your association can leverage the power of social proof when marketing your online learning programs. People like to associate with the best.

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 17, 2017

Have you ever heard people talk about studying for and obtaining their Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation? The candidates for your association’s certification programs face the same challenges as CAE candidates: Finding time and money to earn the required continuing education credits.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Online learning presents additional challenges. Online students must have the motivation and discipline to work in isolation. A lack of face-to-face accountability makes it easier for an online student to give up without anyone noticing. 1 – Prepare students for the online learning experience.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Since WBT is a Strategic Partner of the NiUG Discovery Conference, we hope to see you there. Once we made our way to Soon Yu’s website, we learned more about iconic advantage and saw how it can elevate the awareness and success of an association’s online learning programs. Enhance staying power—be relevant.

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 15, 2017

An effective online learning marketing plan has three phases. First, create awareness in your target audiences—their awareness of the need for pursuing professional development and their awareness of the educational programs your association offers. Try flipped learning for conference workshops. Identify repeat customers.

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WBT Systems

MAY 15, 2018

Become the preferred educational partner in your industry by selling online education to corporate members and customers. We’ll show you how it’s done by other associations during a webinar on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 1 p.m. Associations’ competitive edge in online learning. But there’s a lot of niches.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 27, 2018

You can anticipate and prevent these issues by implementing these new strategies we found for engaging online students. #1: 1: Train instructors in online learning. Many instructors are subject matter experts but they aren’t trained in adult education or online learning. Online learning can be a lonely experience.

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WBT Systems

MAY 22, 2018

What could be more logical than giving people a chance to try out one of your e-learning programs before they invest their time and money? By providing a sample of an online learning program, you reduce their perceived risk, eliminate the unknown, and increase the conversion rate. Getting them to join shouldn’t be the only goal.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2016

When you need solid advice about learning strategy and technology, which blogs come to mind? Are any LMS vendors on that list? If you’ve been ignoring LMS vendor blogs, it’s time to take a closer look. I’m not an LMS vendor. A must-read for learning technology decision makers.

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WBT Systems

JULY 11, 2017

Their approach to online course development, testing, and marketing may not be entirely familiar to associations. However, if your association borrows and tweaks some of their online course marketing tactics, you could also start seeing six-figure results. In associations, staff are often expected to wear many hats.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2017

Spaced learning isn’t about the education of astronauts or space cadets. Spaced learning is an approach to teaching that helps students retain the knowledge they absorb in your eLearning programs. But, you must schedule breaks in between these short learning sessions—no cramming allowed. Encourage social, active learning.

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