The Basics of LMS Project Management from Kickoff to Close
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 21, 2019
The Basics of LMS Project Management from Kickoff to Close. Read more about The Basics of LMS Project Management from Kickoff to Close.
Open Source LMS: Hidden Costs for Associations
WBT Systems
MARCH 7, 2017
Many associations have, at some point, considered the benefits of choosing an open source LMS for delivering their education programs. Hidden Costs of an Open Source LMS. This may also impact on the availability of staff resources for other projects, resulting in delays and other costs to the association. Staffing Resources.
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What You Need to Know About Being an LMS Project Manager
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 14, 2019
What You Need to Know About Being an LMS Project Manager. Read more about What You Need to Know About Being an LMS Project Manager.
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172 eLearning Assessment and Feedback with your Association LMS
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 4, 2016
How can you use your association LMS to provide eLearning assessment that is supportive of the learning process and engaging for learners? Assessments can take many forms in an LMS, such as pre-and post-learning surveys, short quizzes, or detailed examinations. Below is an example of each of these question types from TopClass LMS.
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LMS Implementation: Top Tips for Success
Blue Sky eLearn
AUGUST 21, 2018
Selected your LMS provider. Not all LMS platforms and providers are created equal. Today we’ll share some top tips for a successful implementation as well as why it’s so important to have a dedicated Project Manager leading the project on the vendor side. What content do you want to be populated in your LMS by that date?
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Leadership through Blended Learning: Sorority LMS Success
WBT Systems
JULY 12, 2016
Successful Delivery of Blended Learning with an LMS. An LMS can be used to easily deliver the technology elements of your education program. As we have previously outlined in our blog, an LMS can also be a really useful tool to help organize and manage the delivery of offline learning.
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210 Select an LMS Consultant Before Beginning Your LMS Selection
WBT Systems
MARCH 13, 2018
With more than 700 learning platforms on the market, how do you narrow the field down to the best learning management systems (LMS) for your association’s needs? Or, to ensure you absolutely get the best LMS for your association, hire an LMS consultant to help you with requirements, selection, and implementation.
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166 4 Stages of Falling in Love with your LMS
WBT Systems
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
On this Valentine’s Day, instead of plying you with sweet treats that may inspire a strong initial attraction that will fizzle out over time, we want to walk you through the 4 stages of truly falling in love with your LMS, and making sure your learners do the same. Stage One: Falling in Love. For many people, love begins with lust.
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218 The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 2, 2018
The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation. Read more about The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation.
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The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation
WBT Systems
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation. Read more about The Critical Role of an LMS Project Manager during Implementation.
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Understand the true value of an AMS + LMS integration
Freestone
OCTOBER 15, 2024
However, if your organization’s learning management system (LMS) is supported by the right platform, you can discover the value and reap the benefits of a successful association management software (AMS) + LMS integration. Download now An introduction to AMS + LMS integrations Let’s start with the basics.
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Learners and Your LMS: If you build it, will they come?
WBT Systems
MARCH 14, 2017
Working with many associations over the years, we have listened to many organizations describe the reasons why their members do not use their existing Learning Management System (LMS) and why they are looking for a new learning solution to re-engage their learners. Does your LMS have an Unattractive Look and Feel?
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How to Develop Really Good LMS Requirements
WBT Systems
JUNE 19, 2018
The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. If you don’t accurately and completely identify and prioritize your real needs during that process, your new LMS will fall short of expectations.
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How to Prepare a Business Case for a New LMS
WBT Systems
APRIL 3, 2018
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. Live and on-demand webinars.
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161 Essential Steps BEFORE Planning for an LMS Implementation
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 11, 2016
It’s during this time of evaluation that the organization’s learning management system (LMS) can come under scrutiny. As a starting point for evalutating your current learning solution, you might want to have a look at the post “ When is it Time for a New LMS “, and ask these questions: Are your learners frustrated?
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How to Present a Business Case for a New LMS
WBT Systems
APRIL 10, 2018
Your wish can come true if you know how to make a persuasive case for a new learning management system (LMS) to the decision-makers at your association. Last week, we explained how to prepare your business case for a new LMS —from collecting evidence to gathering allies. You must figure out how to connect a new LMS to those values.
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Maximizing your LMS with a small team: Strategies for big impact
Freestone
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The right learning management system (LMS) can play a crucial role in providing seamless continuing education opportunities for your learners. By leveraging the right LMS, your learners can access on-demand resources, track their progress, and participate in interactive educational experiences from anywhere.
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Learning Science Made Easy: What You Need to Know About ADDIE & Her Agile Alter Ego
WBT Systems
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
You can go from having no project management experience to overseeing an LMS or AMS implementation. Associations are wonderful places to work if you enjoy learning new skills on the job. With no marketing…
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2018 eLearning AWARD for LMS presented to WBT Systems Ltd. and Miele & Cie. KG by eLearning Journal
WBT Systems
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
Presentation of 2018 eLearning AWARD for LMS. The 2018 eLearning AWARD in the category for ‘Learning Management System’ (LMS) has been awarded to the project partners WBT Systems and Miele & Cie. After this, WBT Systems was selected as a suitable LMS partner, that could support a global roll-out.
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Using Digital Credentials to Close the Skills Gap: Webinar
WBT Systems
MARCH 15, 2017
A fiercely independent LMS selection consultant and blogger, John helps organizations develop technology strategies that support learning initiatives – primarily for the extended enterprise. She excels at solving clients’ exact business and education challenges and managing complex implementation projects for the company’s largest clients.
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5 Key Obstacles Holding Associations Back from Analytics Success
Association Analytics
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
As Bill explains, “If you implement that analytics platform, that central repository, it extends and augments the source systems that are connected to it… rather than incrementally changing your marketing system or your LMS or even your AMS.”
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4 Reasons You Should Integrate Your Learning Management System and Community [Case Study]
Higher Logic
MARCH 27, 2019
To provide its members with access to the education and training they needed in a useable, relevant way, AGMA invested in Higher Logic’s Learning Management System (LMS). With an integrated LMS and community, the association has been able to bring the industry and its members together. This is an amazing product. Blassingame, M.Ed.,
The 3 C’s of Social Learning for Associations
WBT Systems
AUGUST 30, 2016
This may depend on whether your courses include in-person sessions, such as conferences or classroom learning, or if most of the learning takes place online through your LMS, because your members are geographically dispersed. Let us show you what you can achieve with TopClass LMS : Request a Demo Today.
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236 Successful Learning Management System Implementation eBook
WBT Systems
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
What are the key questions to ask when planning an LMS implementation project to ensure its success? It can take between three to six months to implement a new cloud LMS , and between six to nine months to implement an on-premise LMS for a large corporation or extended enterprise. How will you define your requirements?
Associations: Solving the Skills Gap with Digital Credentials
WBT Systems
APRIL 25, 2017
Existing Technology: Between learning management systems (LMS), association management systems (AMSs) and social media, many associations have a robust technology ecosystem in place to support rapidly changing skills-based training and digital badges. The learning community has been seeking a serious use for LMS gamification.
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Association Brain Food: 11.15.24
Reid All About it
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
TopClass LMS explains why, instead of competing, associations should partner with their chapters to design and/or deliver online education programs. Our goal remains the same: to work together as vendors and consultants to help associations achieve better outcomes with their technology projects. Location: Washington DC.
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10 Tips to Take You from Zero to eLearning Hero
Blue Sky eLearn
OCTOBER 11, 2017
You can’t launch an empty LMS! After you and your LMS have spent some time together, or after you’ve gotten feedback on your first few offerings, you can start introducing new types of learning experiences. You’ll have dreams about your online content and LMS (at least I did!), Tip #9 – Consistency.
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215 Working with an Instructional Designer: How to Prepare for Success
WBT Systems
APRIL 24, 2018
It’s better to find out you need to line up additional resources early on in the project rather than the last minute. The ID or the staff project lead? Who’s responsible for graphic/visual design, copy editing, uploading content to the LMS, and testing LMS content? Appoint project leads. Listen to the expert.
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What makes an Association Education Program Successful?
WBT Systems
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
In order for any such project to be successful, it is important to plan and define your requirements. There are some great resources out there to help you define your requirements and determine the scope of your project. Association LMS Buying Guide – from Talented Learning. Time to Evaluate LMS Performance.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.18.21
Reid All About it
JUNE 18, 2021
Facilitator: Anuja Miner, Project Management | Association Executive | Membership Executive | Account Director | Fridays@4 Member. Demystifying LMS-AMS Integration Options: For Association Non-Techies. Michelle Brien, VP of Marketing and Product Strategy for TopClass LMS by WBT Systems. More info/register. Host: Fridays@4.
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Association Brain Food: 6.28.24
Reid All About it
JUNE 28, 2024
LMS selection. The learning management system (LMS) market has exploded in response. To help you sift through the options, D2L’s buyers guide for associations offers advice on the LMS selection process and walks you through the different system features, capabilities, and support services you’ll encounter out there. Membership.
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Association Brain Food: 9.13.24
Reid All About it
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Are you focusing on the right projects? Should you first focus on tools rather than projects? – LMS Demo Days Watch presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer LMS platforms. – LMS Demo Days Watch presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer LMS platforms.
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270 Association eLearning vs Free Online Courses
WBT Systems
JULY 5, 2016
This could be accommodated in the design of both free online courses and association eLearning programs, by incorporating projects and exercises that enable the learner to apply what they are learning to create experience, and to learn from their mistakes. Adult learning should be problem-centered, rather than content-oriented.
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Learning Management Systems for Associations: The Essentials
WBT Systems
FEBRUARY 7, 2017
With so many options out there, and every vendor keen to advertise their platform with the latest bells and whistles or the ”prettiest” interface, how do you make sure that your LMS performs the way your organization needs it to? Read this post on designing assessment and feedback with your association LMS for some helpful tips.
Association Brain Food: 9.22.23
Reid All About it
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
TopClass LMS reviews the pros and cons of recording an educational event from both the attendee and association perspectives. If your association has a website redesign project on the horizon, there’s no need to ask for RFP samples on ASAE Collaborate. Gen Z education. Website RFPs. More info/register. to 3:30 p.m. – to 3:20 p.m.
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Which Association Learning Trends Predictions Came True in 2016?
WBT Systems
DECEMBER 13, 2016
Their key predictions for the trends that would impact on association learning solutions in 2016 were: The need for vendors to provide association-specific LMS functionality and professional services expertise, Mobile learning becoming a must-have, The growth of social learning, in particular digital badges and micro-credentials.
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Get Ready for Online Learning with LMS Selection Criteria
Delcor
MARCH 31, 2020
If you’re ready to invest in a learning management system (LMS), start by reviewing these LMS selection criteria. Though by no means a comprehensive list, they will help get you on the right path to finding a LMS platform that meets your needs. LMS selection criteria. Project details. Learning strategy.
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Unpacking an Association’s Project Management Bag
Delcor
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Project managers head into a new project with that same sense of excitement and caution. And, like backpackers, they only achieve success if everything they need is in their metaphorical association project management backpack. Let’s see what association project managers carry in their backpacks.
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Association Brain Food: 9.20.24
Reid All About it
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
TopClass LMS describes marketing messages that persuade members to become learners and elements of online education programs that stoke the intrinsic motivation of learners. – LMS Demo Days Watch presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer LMS platforms. Motivation to learn. Microlearning.
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264 OpenBadges: Increasing Visibility of Association Education
WBT Systems
OCTOBER 18, 2016
This is leading to the availability of several platforms offering digital badge solutions , including a few learning management systems, such as TopClass LMS. OpenBadges is a free open source project from Mozilla and the MacArthur Foundation that provides the increased visibility that modern learners seek to share with their peers.
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150 How to Scale Online Learning: B2B Market Strategies for Assocations
WBT Systems
MAY 10, 2018
Achieve internal buy-in, drive project momentum and maintain organizational alignment. A fiercely independent LMS selection consultant and blogger, John helps organizations develop technology strategies that support learning initiatives – primarily for the extended enterprise. Over 150,000 respected professionals, across the U.S.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 5.22.20
Reid All About it
MAY 22, 2020
Actual Disruption: Part 3 – Members Are Using the LMS, Right? Hear how associations have changed how they are using their LMS platforms differently to provide value to members since the changes to their models as a result of COVID-19. This project you’re working on, the new business or offering, what sort of value does it create?
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.12.21
Reid All About it
MARCH 12, 2021
You’ll take away a five-step model and valuable checklists to assist with successfully analyzing, managing, and leading an e-learning conversion project. 6 Things That Will Kill Your LMS And 3 Companies That Did It Right. Many organizations fall into unforeseen traps as they procure, implement and roll-out an LMS. 1 CAE credit.
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Association Brain Food: 8.25.23
Reid All About it
AUGUST 25, 2023
TopClass LMS highlights findings from MGI’s 2023 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report that they think will interest association education teams. Starkweather Association Services explains how to prepare your team for any project involving change , which is most projects these days. Membership trends. Change readiness.
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