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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. There are MOOC-like things associations can do to entice learners.

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How to Prepare a Business Case for a New LMS

WBT Systems

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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The Importance of an LMS Roadmap When Selecting a Learning Platform

WBT Systems

Is your LMS provider stuck in a rut? If your LMS isn’t moving forward with you, it might mean it’s going downhill. The next time you select a new learning platform, one of the factors to consider is the vendor’s LMS roadmap. LMS roadmap: are promises delivered? Flexibility to go off the LMS roadmap on purpose.

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Challenges and Opportunities for Association Education Programs

WBT Systems

In addition, by highlighting some of the reasons why employees are not engaged, the report could inspire proactive associations to take advantage of the opportunities this lack of engagement in the workplace presents, including: “Millennials want to grow in their roles, but many aren’t getting the support to do so.”

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Association eLearning vs Free Online Courses

WBT Systems

The following are the top reasons suggested to promote free, public online courses, such as MOOC s (Massive Open Online Course): Cost Efficiency : Lower costs of attendance and time-saving as a result of removing need to travel and ability to access content online at a time that suits the learner.

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9 Ways to Increase Online Student Engagement

WBT Systems

Online learning presents additional challenges. To help them thrive in this new environment, give them an introduction to online learning, your association’s learning management system (LMS), and their online course. 3 – Present clear, organized learning materials. People get busy. 2 – Frequently review learning outcomes.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 7.21.17

Reid All About it

LMS provider WBT Systems writes about instructional design innovations that associations could borrow from “ModPo” and a few other award-winning MOOCs. Presenter: Jenny Saucerman, instructional designer. Presenter: Paige Leidig, CMO, NetBase. Presenter: Pat Schaumann, CMP, CSEP, DMCP, HMCC. Duration: 1 hour.

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