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How to Deliver the In-Person Learning Experience Online
In-person courses and multi-day conferences are the top two leading formats for learning for association members today, according to the 2017 Member Professional Development Study. Trailing behind just slightly is online learning and webinars, with online actually...
Protecting Members From Their Skills’ Short Shelf Life
This post originally appeared on #Onward, the blog of YourMembership, another member of the Community Brands family. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report tells us many of today’s most in-demand skills didn’t exist 20 years ago. The report cites 65 percent...
Build Support Behind Your Learning Management System
Show of hands – who has a dedicated team to manage your learning management system (LMS)? Chances are, you’re among the 88 percent of surveyed organizations that don’t. That’s why our partner, Tagoras, and Community Brands very own VP of Professional Services and...
How to Attract New Graduates to Your Association
According to our Member Professional Development Study, the number one challenge identified by professional organizations is attracting younger members to education and training programs. With graduation season fast approaching, there’s perhaps no better time to...
How to Knock Your Webinars Out of the Park!
In my office, our breakroom overlooks Suntrust Park, home of the Atlanta Braves (that's our view, above). With all the excitement next door, it isn't uncommon for me to have baseball on the brain while I enjoy my lunch, and today is no different … especially since...
4 Online Learning Best Practices for Bar Associations
Online Training Tips for Bar Associations Competition in the continuing education space is stiff! With the growing amount of learning options available, remaining your members’ go-to source for education can be a tall order. But, don't just take our word for it. In a...
Value of Online Learning for Associations
Online learning delivery methods that close the in-person learning experience gap. Often through our research, we uncover misalignments in member expectations, opinions, and needs when compared to the priorities of their association. From our recent Member Engagement...
Advantages of a Fully-Managed Webinar Platform
According to our recent Digital Member Study, technology drives member loyalty. In fact, members who see their organization as an early technology provider are significantly more satisfied with their membership and feel more connected to their organization. However,...
How to Gain Support for a New LMS
LMS strategy can vary amongst different organizations. Here are some considerations on gaining support for a proposed elearning solution. From our Digital Member Study, we learned there's a strong correlation between member loyalty and technology. Members who believe...
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