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Which Association Learning Trends Predictions Came True in 2016?

WBT Systems

With just a couple of weeks to the end of the year and a huge variety of association learning solutions being showcased this week at ASAE Technology Conference 2016 , it’s a good time to look back at the association learning trends that were predicted for 2016 and see which of these are still relevant.

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Associations: Solving the Skills Gap with Digital Credentials

WBT Systems

Department of Labor, in December 2016 there were 5.6 Skills gap theorists say that formal education isn’t preparing enough candidates for specialized high-skill, high-growth jobs such as data analysis, user experience design and software programming. What is the “Skills Gap” Problem? According to the U.S. Badging Platform: Credly.

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The Data Approach to Community

Higher Logic

Your organization has a preexisting informational ecosystem – AMS/CRM database, community platform, website, events, resources, maybe even a learning management system. Anyone can dive into data analysis, and everyone should – it’s information that will pay off in the long-run. Half the battle is simply starting.

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Focus on Millennial Learners to Benefit Members of All Ages

WBT Systems

In June 2016, an article in Association Now magazine referenced a study titled “ Member Engagement Study: Aligning Organization Strategy With What Matters Most to Members.”

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 7.7.17

Reid All About it

On the other hand, video games can also inspire and help people explore new skills, like these kids from Northern Ireland who use Minecraft to learn about architecture and construction. Billboard says, “In 2016 there were 35 Patreon creators who made more than $150,000.” Now, that’s cool. More info/register. Host: Impexium.

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Growing Your Association's Non-Dues Revenue: The Basics

ISAE

According to ASAE, dues made up only 30% of total revenue for professional associations in 2016, a steep drop from 95.7% Add educational courses to your learning management system, each with a description of the course topics. Set up a digital, peer-to-peer donation page and ask members to share it online.

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15 Changes in the Learning Business Landscape

Leading Learning

Having now reached a very significant milestone (only about 25 percent of new businesses make it 15 years), it seemed like an appropriate to step back and reflect on what we have seen change in the learning business landscape over the past decade and a half, and what the implications are. The E-learning Cost Cliff.

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