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If you want to see engaging, transformative online course design in action, add a little poetry to your life. An online Coursera course, Modern American Poetry , aka ModPo, is one of the 50 most popular MOOCs of all time. Typically, a MOOC features a course syllabus, in this case, a ten-week lesson plan with assigned reading (poems), instructor-created video content, discussion forum, peer-reviewed writing assignments, and quizzes. MORE
New players in the online learning market are bringing fresh ideas to online course development and marketing. They’re making millions of dollars in revenue, so they’re doing something right, for example, knowing how to validate an online course idea. If your online course doesn’t meet a market need, it won’t succeed. You’re looking for proof of market—evidence that will validate your online course idea. Prepare for the Course Validation Process. MORE
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Besides offering high-caliber curriculum and instructors, how can you add extra value to your online courses and ensure they stand out from the pack? Make sure your marketing copy includes a description of these additional course benefits. 1 – Provide pre-course resources. Understand the obstacles students must overcome before registering for an online course. Provide a review of the basics or refreshers of prerequisite courses. MORE
I’ve partnered with Ben Martin of Online Community Results to offer an on-demand, crash course on the Essentials on Online Community Management (EOCM). We designed this course for community managers (full or part-time) and the executives who oversee community management. MORE
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Yet the USGA admitted the course got out of hand Saturday in the third round of the U.S. USGA apologizes for unfair course in 3rd round of US Open at STL.News. Sports 3rd round of US Open Southampton TodayNews USGA apologizes for unfair courseSOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. MORE
Open on any course. Continue reading SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y | Tough course or easy, Brooks Koepka repeats as US Open champ at STL.News. SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) AP) — Brooks Koepka has the game to win a U.S. One year after Koepka overpowered the wide fairways of Erin Hills in a U.S. MORE
The post Mini-Course for Association Professionals: Proving Value in the First 3 Emails to New Members appeared first on Smooth The Path. Association Value Online Course association solutions email member communications member problem member value MORE
They faced a course that was more yellow than green because of the unusually dry summer in Scotland. Continue reading CARNOUSTIE, Scotland | Mild breeze, fast course for start of British Open at STL.News. MORE
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Exploring #Humanize: A Collision Course. The rest of the book, of course, talks about how we can create more human organizations moving forward. Exploring #Humanize: A Collision Course | Humanize | Scoop.it. Consulting. Speaking. About. Contact. Generations. Humanize. Books: Jamie Notter. Leadership insight.right when you need it. Posted September 27, 2011. in Humanize - 1 comment. Tweet. MORE
What does it take to make a seven-figure income from online courses? Her free webinars act as lead generators for her paid online courses. Even better, free webinars lure prospective customers into the top of your marketing funnel and nudge them along that funnel toward one of your paid programs, like an online course. Webinars help Porterfield’s audience get a sense for what it would be like to participate in one of her online courses. Promoting your online course. MORE
For Jan Grimes, it’s meant building a lot of partnerships and putting together a must-attend online course. But ultimately the job of coordinating all the course has fallen to Grimes. The post A Big Course From a Small Association appeared first on Associations Now MORE
Continue reading US Army reverses course on discharging 1 immigrant recruit at STL.News. The U.S. Army has reversed its decision to discharge an immigrant recruit who was booted from the military after enlisting with a promised path to citizenship. Brazilian immigrant Lucas Calixto filed a lawsuit against the Army last month, saying the Defense Department hadn’t given him a chance to defend himself or appeal when he was discharged. MORE
The golf course is one of those places. It never ceases to amaze me where simple but effective lessons in leadership are found. Golf is a game of man against hiimself. How can leadership be present without someone to lead? I contend the qualities the game of golf emphasizes are leadership qualities that can be applied in any setting. Here are my top golf qualities: 1. Honesty. Integrity. Humility. Generosity. Do you have any to add? Uncategorized CM Services leadership trust MORE
When digital entrepreneurs—those who make their living selling online products and services—see a need in their market, they design a revenue-generating online course to meet that need. They also use online course marketing tactics that help them become millionaires in the process. Amy Porterfield , who teaches online marketing to aspiring digital entrepreneurs, is one of many digital entrepreneurs whose courses have put them in the six-figure club. MORE
When you collect useful student feedback on online courses, you can confidently assess and improve the effectiveness of your e-learning programs. Good feedback gives you the data you need to improve courses yourself and to make a case for hiring professional instructional designers to develop courses. 7 ways to get student feedback on online courses. Also, by the time the course ends, some students will be eager to put it behind them and won’t complete the evaluation. MORE
I continue to put the necessary pieces into place for our annual strategic Board retreat. This week it was a discussion with our outgoing and incoming Board chairs about the strategic conversations we want to build an agenda around. MORE
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Even though it was switching course, the company still wants the FCC to rule on its petition, Re/Code reports. ” The post Marriott Reverses Course on WiFi Blocking appeared first on Associations Now MORE
Kerry Haig of the PGA of America took what some considered a subtle shot at the USGA when he said Tuesday his goal in setting up courses for the PGA Championship is to let the players be the stars. LOUIS | The Latest: PGA exec takes subtle shot at USGA course setups at STL.News. MORE
The post Following Harvey, Meetings Change Course to Give Back appeared first on Associations Now Hurricane Harvey severely affected residents and businesses in Houston and other areas of southeast Texas. MORE
Leishman shot a 10-under 61 on the links-style Trinity Forest course to take the first-round lead Thursday and was eight shots clear of hometown star Jordan Spieth in the event that returned to Dallas after 35 years at the TPC Four Seasons in suburban Irving. MORE
Learn about imaginative empathy and test it out in this 3-minute mini-course: Is this embedded video not working for you? The post 3 Minute Mini-Course for Association Professionals: Better Member Experiences with Imaginative Empathy appeared first on Smooth The Path. MORE
You really thought you had a great idea for an online course. But when the course launched: crickets. After you and your colleagues put so much effort into it, how do you explain to your boss and committee chair why your online course failed? Learn why your online course failed. Is there really a market for this course? Employers told you they need people to develop the skills taught in the course. Develop a webinar based on a portion of the course. MORE
This Mini-Course will show you how to execute a successful Facebook Ad campaign sure to grow your membership. mini-courseYou probably sign into Facebook every day to see what your friends are up to, but are you using it to grow your organization? MORE
This 90 minute training course shows you how to build your strategy, tips for Twitter and Facebook, and how to measure your results. Take the Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies Video Training Course and reach more customers, make more sales, boost your bottom line today! MORE
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Introduce them to the concept of spaced learning and provide suggestions on how they can build it into their course design. If you offer prep courses for designation or licensing exams, don’t offer cram courses. Provide study tips at the beginning of the course that include guidance about spaced learning. Build spaced learning into course design. Courses designed for spaced learning are also mobile-friendly—as long as your LMS is responsive. MORE
Continue reading CARNOUSTIE, Scotland | The Latest: Rose ties Open course record at Carnoustie at STL.News. CARNOUSTIE, Scotland — The Latest on the British Open (all times local): 1:30 p.m. MORE
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The Fort Herkimer Amateur Radio Association is offering a licensing course that it hopes will continue to grow engagement within the association and industry. . The post Amateur Radio Group Builds Awareness, Membership with Licensing Course appeared first on Associations Now MORE
” The post Freelancers Union Changes Healthcare Course appeared first on Associations Now 53M The estimated number of freelancers in the U.S., according to a recent study by Freelancers Union and Elance-oDesk, Inc. MORE
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Eric Lanke
MAY 15, 2017
I continue to put the necessary pieces into place for our annual strategic Board retreat. This week it was a discussion with our outgoing and incoming Board chairs about the strategic conversations we want to build an agenda around.
NonProfit University Blog
JULY 31, 2018
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals announces its certification courses and training scheduled for pool and spa builders, designers, service providers and retailers at the 2018 International Pool | Spa| Patio Expo Oct. ALEXANDRIA, Va./ July 31, 2018 (STL.News).
Web Courseworks Associations
AUGUST 7, 2017
Planning and effective execution of marketing concepts for services, such as online courses, requires a different approach to be successful. When marketing online courses or events to members, identify the best platforms for reaching them simply by asking.
NonProfit University Blog
JULY 29, 2018
President Donald Trump’s family business has “destroyed the vast majority” of an environmentally sensitive area of sand dunes near its golf course north of Aberdeen in Scotland. Continue reading LONDON | Documents: Trump golf course damaged protected sand dunes at STL.News.
NonProfit University Blog
AUGUST 8, 2018
Kerry Haig of the PGA of America took what some considered a subtle shot at the USGA when he said Tuesday his goal in setting up courses for the PGA Championship is to let the players be the stars. LOUIS | The Latest: PGA exec takes subtle shot at USGA course setups at STL.News.
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 16, 2010
An organization loses its way, goes off course and what does it get? “D” This week I read about a nonprofit accused of losing sight of its mission and those it serves. The story reminded me of another nonprofit I read about months ago in similar straits.
WBT Systems
JUNE 12, 2018
When you collect useful student feedback on online courses, you can confidently assess and improve the effectiveness of your e-learning programs. Good feedback gives you the data you need to improve courses yourself and to make a case for hiring professional instructional designers to develop courses. 7 ways to get student feedback on online courses. Also, by the time the course ends, some students will be eager to put it behind them and won’t complete the evaluation.
WBT Systems
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
New players in the online learning market are bringing fresh ideas to online course development and marketing. They’re making millions of dollars in revenue, so they’re doing something right, for example, knowing how to validate an online course idea. If your online course doesn’t meet a market need, it won’t succeed. You’re looking for proof of market—evidence that will validate your online course idea. Prepare for the Course Validation Process.
NonProfit University Blog
JULY 18, 2018
They faced a course that was more yellow than green because of the unusually dry summer in Scotland. Continue reading CARNOUSTIE, Scotland | Mild breeze, fast course for start of British Open at STL.News.
NonProfit University Blog
JULY 21, 2018
Continue reading CARNOUSTIE, Scotland | The Latest: Rose ties Open course record at Carnoustie at STL.News. CARNOUSTIE, Scotland — The Latest on the British Open (all times local): 1:30 p.m.
WBT Systems
JULY 5, 2016
There are a multitude of blogs and articles outlining the benefits of taking free online courses for professional development to advance your career, but do these courses actually deliver the value and opportunity they profess to provide to adult learners?
Smooth The Path
JANUARY 6, 2016
Learn about imaginative empathy and test it out in this 3-minute mini-course: Is this embedded video not working for you? The post 3 Minute Mini-Course for Association Professionals: Better Member Experiences with Imaginative Empathy appeared first on Smooth The Path.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
The Fort Herkimer Amateur Radio Association is offering a licensing course that it hopes will continue to grow engagement within the association and industry. . The post Amateur Radio Group Builds Awareness, Membership with Licensing Course appeared first on Associations Now
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
The post Following Harvey, Meetings Change Course to Give Back appeared first on Associations Now Hurricane Harvey severely affected residents and businesses in Houston and other areas of southeast Texas.
NonProfit University Blog
JUNE 27, 2018
WARSAW, Poland — The Latest on Poland reversing course on a disputed Holocaust speech law (all times local): 11:35 a.m. Continue reading WARSAW, Poland | The Latest: Poland reverses course on disputed Holocaust law at STL.News.
NonProfit University Blog
JUNE 16, 2018
Yet the USGA admitted the course got out of hand Saturday in the third round of the U.S. USGA apologizes for unfair course in 3rd round of US Open at STL.News. Sports 3rd round of US Open Southampton TodayNews USGA apologizes for unfair courseSOUTHAMPTON, N.Y.
NonProfit University Blog
JUNE 14, 2018
Open has begun on a century-old golf course with a new look. US Open begins on old course with a new look at STL.News. Sports new look Southampton TodayNews US Open begins on old courseSOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — The U.S.
Association Adviser
APRIL 13, 2017
Online courses? Half of respondents told us their members prefer in-person courses: There could be several reasons for choosing an in-person continuing education course over other forms of professional learning.
NonProfit University Blog
MAY 30, 2018
Continue reading NEW YORK | US stocks reverse course and surge as Italy worries ease at STL.News. General Banks and energy companies Dow Jones Italy worries ease TodayNews US stocks reverse course
NonProfit University Blog
MAY 17, 2018
Leishman shot a 10-under 61 on the links-style Trinity Forest course to take the first-round lead Thursday and was eight shots clear of hometown star Jordan Spieth in the event that returned to Dallas after 35 years at the TPC Four Seasons in suburban Irving.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 3, 2014
” The post Freelancers Union Changes Healthcare Course appeared first on Associations Now 53M The estimated number of freelancers in the U.S., according to a recent study by Freelancers Union and Elance-oDesk, Inc.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
For Jan Grimes, it’s meant building a lot of partnerships and putting together a must-attend online course. But ultimately the job of coordinating all the course has fallen to Grimes. The post A Big Course From a Small Association appeared first on Associations Now
Associations Now
JANUARY 15, 2015
Even though it was switching course, the company still wants the FCC to rule on its petition, Re/Code reports. ” The post Marriott Reverses Course on WiFi Blocking appeared first on Associations Now
Wild Apricot Blog
AUGUST 13, 2015
This Mini-Course will show you how to execute a successful Facebook Ad campaign sure to grow your membership. mini-courseYou probably sign into Facebook every day to see what your friends are up to, but are you using it to grow your organization?
Portage Group
NOVEMBER 10, 2015
Following are some of the trends we are seeing behind the numbers: Members Aren’t Charting the Course Member influence, direction and priorities of their association is a significant source of dissatisfaction for many not-for-profits. Shhh!! Listen closely! Do you hear that?
Smooth The Path
FEBRUARY 11, 2016
The post Mini-Course for Association Professionals: Proving Value in the First 3 Emails to New Members appeared first on Smooth The Path. Association Value Online Course association solutions email member communications member problem member value
Jamie Notter
SEPTEMBER 27, 2011
Exploring #Humanize: A Collision Course. The rest of the book, of course, talks about how we can create more human organizations moving forward. Exploring #Humanize: A Collision Course | Humanize | Scoop.it. Consulting. Speaking. About. Contact. Generations. Humanize. Books: Jamie Notter. Leadership insight.right when you need it. Posted September 27, 2011. in Humanize - 1 comment. Tweet.
WBT Systems
JUNE 12, 2017
Besides offering high-caliber curriculum and instructors, how can you add extra value to your online courses and ensure they stand out from the pack? Make sure your marketing copy includes a description of these additional course benefits. 1 – Provide pre-course resources. Understand the obstacles students must overcome before registering for an online course. Provide a review of the basics or refreshers of prerequisite courses.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 27, 2014
In an effort to draw attention to beer’s culinary role, the Brewers Association announced a five-day course on how to best pair the popular beverage with food. The first four days of the course are open to the public.
WBT Systems
JULY 11, 2017
When digital entrepreneurs—those who make their living selling online products and services—see a need in their market, they design a revenue-generating online course to meet that need. They also use online course marketing tactics that help them become millionaires in the process. Amy Porterfield , who teaches online marketing to aspiring digital entrepreneurs, is one of many digital entrepreneurs whose courses have put them in the six-figure club.
NonProfit University Blog
JULY 17, 2018
Continue reading US Army reverses course on discharging 1 immigrant recruit at STL.News. The U.S. Army has reversed its decision to discharge an immigrant recruit who was booted from the military after enlisting with a promised path to citizenship. Brazilian immigrant Lucas Calixto filed a lawsuit against the Army last month, saying the Defense Department hadn’t given him a chance to defend himself or appeal when he was discharged.
Smooth The Path
JANUARY 21, 2016
Learn how to avoid this trap in the newest mini-course for association professionals: If the embedded YouTube video is not working for you go directly to YouTube. Associations tend to lean toward optimizing. Optimizing can become a trap.
WBT Systems
JUNE 19, 2017
Introduce them to the concept of spaced learning and provide suggestions on how they can build it into their course design. If you offer prep courses for designation or licensing exams, don’t offer cram courses. Provide study tips at the beginning of the course that include guidance about spaced learning. Build spaced learning into course design. Courses designed for spaced learning are also mobile-friendly—as long as your LMS is responsive.
Association Leaders
MAY 17, 2010
The golf course is one of those places. It never ceases to amaze me where simple but effective lessons in leadership are found. Golf is a game of man against hiimself. How can leadership be present without someone to lead? I contend the qualities the game of golf emphasizes are leadership qualities that can be applied in any setting. Here are my top golf qualities: 1. Honesty. Integrity. Humility. Generosity. Do you have any to add? Uncategorized CM Services leadership trust
NonProfit University Blog
JUNE 20, 2018
At its June 19-20 meeting in Sarasota, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new course requirements for airboat operators carrying passengers for hire.
WBT Systems
JULY 18, 2017
If you want to see engaging, transformative online course design in action, add a little poetry to your life. An online Coursera course, Modern American Poetry , aka ModPo, is one of the 50 most popular MOOCs of all time. Typically, a MOOC features a course syllabus, in this case, a ten-week lesson plan with assigned reading (poems), instructor-created video content, discussion forum, peer-reviewed writing assignments, and quizzes.
WBT Systems
MARCH 20, 2018
What does it take to make a seven-figure income from online courses? Her free webinars act as lead generators for her paid online courses. Even better, free webinars lure prospective customers into the top of your marketing funnel and nudge them along that funnel toward one of your paid programs, like an online course. Webinars help Porterfield’s audience get a sense for what it would be like to participate in one of her online courses. Promoting your online course.
SocialFish
APRIL 9, 2014
I’ve partnered with Ben Martin of Online Community Results to offer an on-demand, crash course on the Essentials on Online Community Management (EOCM). We designed this course for community managers (full or part-time) and the executives who oversee community management.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
This 90 minute training course shows you how to build your strategy, tips for Twitter and Facebook, and how to measure your results. Take the Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies Video Training Course and reach more customers, make more sales, boost your bottom line today!
NonProfit University Blog
JUNE 17, 2018
Open on any course. Continue reading SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y | Tough course or easy, Brooks Koepka repeats as US Open champ at STL.News. SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) AP) — Brooks Koepka has the game to win a U.S. One year after Koepka overpowered the wide fairways of Erin Hills in a U.S.
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