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You can’t launch an empty LMS! You’ll hear all sorts of terminology in the eLearning world – MOOCS, Moodles, gamification – don’t be overwhelmed by this! Use the same terminology across the board – in your LMS, on your website, on social media, and in the marketing messages.
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Thinking small isn’t going to turn your association into a market leader and innovator, but an educational moonshot will. If necessary, learners could supplement your programs with college courses offered by MOOCs. Michelle Brien is VP of Marketing & Product Strategy at WBT Systems and a member of.OrgCommunity.
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