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. Does your LMS have an Unattractive Look and Feel?

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 3, 2017

Back at the office, this process is paralleled as the new year kick-starts strategic planning sessions to set goals for association management, covering everything from membership growth and retention to updating education and certification programs. New Year, New Goals, New Technology.

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Crowd Wisdom

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Members look to your association to be a leader, especially when it comes to continuing education, certifications, and credentials. According to the latest Community Brands research, 51% of members prioritize both training opportunities and certifications or credentials as a top membership benefit. We’re here to help!

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 12, 2016

For the second consecutive year, WBT Systems’ TopClass LMS has been named the #1 Learning Management System for Associations in the Talented Learning LMS Vendor Awards. TopClass LMS had previously been named the Best Association LMS in 2015. TopClass LMS had previously been named the Best Association LMS in 2015.

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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. Connectivity is replacing knowledge – association education must facilitate feedback, understanding and application to provide true value.

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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? Why the need for change? The Association Advantage for Employers.

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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. You need a better LMS but the powers that be aren’t going to like that news. Preparing Your Case for a New LMS. Describe a brighter future.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 25, 2022

Technology is irrevocably integrated into our daily lives. Like it or not, in our digital-driven world, non-members will evaluate how your association leverages innovative technologies to determine whether your organization is worth joining. Adopt innovative technology at your association. A modern platform.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Many of these associations offer some form of professional development, continuing education, or training to both members and non-members, and increasingly this includes an online learning element. With such diversity, how do you determine what makes an association education program successful? Some questions you may need to ask are?

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 18, 2016

There has been much discussion lately about the value of digital badges for both association education and certification programs. The social connectivity offered by digital badges aligns perfectly with the nature of association membership and education programs in particular. OpenBadges increase visibility for the Association.

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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. New Features in TopClass LMS version 10. Working Hand-in-Hand with our Clients.

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Freestone

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Your continuing education program is an integral part of your association. Y our continuing education content can even help drive non-dues revenue. But did you know that your continuing education program can boost your association’s ROI? Members join your association and stay year after year for your learning program.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 5, 2018

Since the EU approved GDPR on April 14, 2016, association technology firms have had lots of time to prepare for GDPR. In this post, we describe what your technology providers should do to help your association comply with GDPR. It also means: Asking co-workers and technology partners a lot of questions. Consent to collect data.

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DECEMBER 19, 2018

One tried-and-tested way to keep members engaged is providing professional development opportunities – either to improve networking avenues for members or to support them in certification exams. Through a learning management system (LMS). But like everything else, not all association LMS platforms are created equal.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Early-career microcredentials. If your association is looking for a sure-fire way to attract young professionals, TopClass LMS has the answer: early-career microcredentials. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CPE credit.

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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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Freestone

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Now more than ever, members are turning to their professional associations for continuing education, certifications, and career advancement resources. To hit your professional development goals and support your members’ careers, your association must invest in its continuing education program.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. TopClass LMS highlights findings from MGI’s 2023 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report that they think will interest association education teams. Membership trends.

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Crowd Wisdom

MAY 18, 2023

The most recent Community Brands Research found that certifications and credentialing opportunities are among the top three reasons for why members join associations. When you leverage an LMS with a robust testing engine at your CE program, you can support adaptive learning experiences. Personalized CE assessments.

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Freestone

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Are you implementing a new learning management system (LMS)? Maybe you already have an LMS, but you’re looking for strategies to enhance how it impacts your continuing education program. Read our blog to discover how an eLearning consultant firm can take your continuing education program to the next level.

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JUNE 18, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Here are the educational events scheduled for next week. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Good advice never goes out of style.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Employers’ job market. TopClass LMS suggests putting a new spin on your membership and education marketing. Make them aware (or remind them) of the positive impact association membership and education can have on their careers.

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Delcor

MARCH 31, 2020

With in-person events on hold for a while due to COVID-19, many associations are shifting their focus to online education. Online learning programs expand your market for education since many members (and others in your audience) can’t always afford to attend or take time away from work to travel to conferences and other educational events.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

In the past, they achieved this in part by selling continuing education content to members, either directly or indirectly through conferences and forums. These diverse entities all sell accredited continuing education content — and they’re starting to make a dent in the U.S. skills gap ” problem. What is the “Skills Gap” Problem?

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Event recordings. TopClass LMS reviews the pros and cons of recording an educational event from both the attendee and association perspectives. Gen Z education. Next gen websites. More info/register. More info/register. to 3:30 p.m. –

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JANUARY 12, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Free education. If you’re a regular reader of Association Brain Food, this post from TopClass LMS will be familiar ground for you. This month’s topic is: conducting a tech inventory: do the pieces fit? More info/register. More info/register.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? Armentrout CAE, DelCor Technology Solutions, HighRoad Solutions, PerByte, and Qiqo—have put together a “powerhouse panel” and “expert-led sessions.” The conveners—501Works, Achurch Consulting, Barbara J. Intentional learning.

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JUNE 25, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Tracy King has come to the rescue with an excellent idea: host the trade show/expo on your learning management system (LMS) —a long-lasting and sustainable solution for exhibitors, prospective customers and your association. Exhibitors.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. TopClass LMS wants you to know about the coalition supporting legislation to extend the use of tax-exempt 529 savings plans to association credentialing programs. Curated reading lists are the best, right? Boring conferences.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We continue to grow our offerings in Nimble Communities and reach higher levels of member engagement,” said Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer at American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Professional development opportunities How innovative is your continuing education program? “We are very fortunate to have Nimble AMS.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

As we pack and ship our materials, arrange meetings with partners, clients and associations, and put the finishing touches on our TopClass demos, we started thinking about our top technology strategy tips for getting the most out of the conference. Technology is constantly changing and for success, your organization needs to change with it!

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 3, 2016

ASAE Technology Conference will help association executives to “ keep an eye on trends and leverage the best approaches to stay adaptable, overcome challenges, and move quickly into the future. Enhance your education programs with social and collaborative learning features in the new TopClass 10 LMS.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 20, 2016

Apart from our roundup of the predicted 2016 Trends for Association Learning Technology , which is our all-time most popular blog post, the association learning blogs listed below have generated the most interest and conversation on our social media networks: 4 Ways Education Programs Increase Value for Association Members.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 1, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Education programs. TopClass LMS shares another recap of a session from the Learning Business Summit. Education and community are the top priorities for members. Technology will make or break the employee onboarding experience.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Research Study found that the top four reasons members join an association are networking prospects, job opportunities and career advancement, continuing education to earn certifications/credentials, and training courses. C ontinuing education. Networking prospects. T raining courses.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Industry careers website. Association education in 2024. Tagoras is conducting a brief survey to find out where learning and education businesses (i.e., This page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry is an example of what I mean.

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WBT Systems

MARCH 15, 2017

And educational institutions continue their struggle to equip students for the future of work. Why open badges are rapidly gaining momentum in education. · What kind of technology infrastructure is needed to support open badges. · Today’s workforce is caught in a relentless skills gap that grows wider each year.

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