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OpenBadges: Increasing Visibility of Association Education

WBT Systems

As noted in the recent whitepaper “ The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm ”: “Associations create educational programming designed to fill needs unmet by more traditional educational institutions and foster social connections and professional opportunity through networking.” OpenBadges increase visibility for the Association.

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Associations Have the Advantage in the Digital Badges Market

WBT Systems

Retraining is critical for anyone returning to the workforce or shifting into new roles because of the impact of automation or AI. Digital badges enhance a learner’s professional reputation and showcase their capabilities and achievements. 86 percent are learning skills they weren’t taught in college.

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10 Unconventional Ways to Get More Value from Your Association’s LMS

WBT Systems

Include interviews with successful associate members that explain what they did to earn their reputation and grow their business within the association. Assign them only the content they need for their particular role and responsibilities. Many associations already use an LMS, like TopClass, to manage their conferences.