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Time for a MOOC-like makeover

Aaron Wolowiec

But either way, MOOCs probably aren’t going anywhere, so it’s wise to take some tips from their success. So what’s a MOOC? A MOOC is a social, networked learning experience that blends a subject matter expert (instructor), technology and convenience. Of course, all of this is moot if learners aren’t motivated.

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Challenges and Opportunities for Association Education Programs

WBT Systems

It is well worth reading for any association that is reviewing its current education offering for members or considering implementing new technologies, such as an association learning management system. “ “ Another skill that increasingly matters in finding and keeping a job is the ability to keep learning.

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The State of Association E-Learning: Cloudy with a Chance of Sunshine

WBT Systems

The future looks bright for association e-learning. The growing lifelong learning market provides plenty of opportunity. One weakness is holding associations back from reaching their market potential and becoming lifelong learning powerhouses. Has your leadership tried your e-learning programs? (A

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How to Prepare a Business Case for a New LMS

WBT Systems

Do you feel like giving your learning platform a heave-ho out the door? As dysfunctional and frustrating as that old learning management system (LMS) is, your association still relies upon it. Or, it doesn’t have the functionality to allow your online learning business to grow. But you can’t, not yet anyways.

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How to Continue the Conference Learning Experience

WBT Systems

Cannibalization is people’s biggest fear of the hybrid space,” says Jennifer Kush, PCMA’s director of experience marketing. “It During the live-stream, a facilitator can bring the attention of this captive audience to related online learning options. “Not During the closing general session, announce a learning challenge.

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The Importance of an LMS Roadmap When Selecting a Learning Platform

WBT Systems

You want to know if you and your future partner are heading in the same direction, and they haven’t switched their focus to a different market. Lifelong learning is an exciting market. Online learning trends change frequently. Learning business models, products, and delivery formats are also changing.

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8 New Ideas for Engaging Online Students

WBT Systems

You might be sick of hearing about storytelling—it’s been a marketing buzzword the past few years. Leverage the email notification feature on your learning management system. 10 Secrets of Online Course Design from Award-Winning MOOCs. 4: Be a storyteller. We love good stories—emphasis on good. Related Content .

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