Associations should consider a blended classroom learning strategy, where learners interact with printed materials, an LMS, mobile content and even virtual and augmented reality as part of a single learning experience that facilitates a deeper understanding of how to apply knowledge.
Which major issue facing the U.S. economy are associations well positioned to fix? The “skills gap.” Employers are facing the “skills gap” as Baby Boomers retire faster than Millennials develop a similar skill set. This phenomenon—also known as “aging out”—is having a...
The internet has changed just about every aspect of the way associations deliver education. The rush to move training courses online happened at such a furious pace, there was little time to assess the impact it would have on learners. Luckily, with so many online...
“Education doesn’t just take place in stuffy classrooms and university buildings, it can happen anywhere, every day to every person.” -Richard Branson Richard Branson, Founder and Chairman of Virgin Group Ltd, recently posted this on his blog. Mr. Branson is the man...
Continuing education for many associations is at the center of who they are. It’s a way they provide their training and publication materials to their members, so truly, it allows that organization to provide the most value they can. It’s also an avenue for delivering...
Now, don’t get us wrong. We understand that the value that you and your organization bring to your members, clients, and participants is immeasurable. There aren’t many (if any) other organizations that offer what you’re able to offer and...
At the turn of a new year, millions of people resolve to improve their lives by building their knowledge and skills. But how do the continuing education (CE) professionals that develop these life-changing programs approach their own resolutions? Because they juggle a...
In late July 2014, I wrote an article that was meant to serve as an appeal to those claiming that digital content had completely taken over, and that print is dead. Numbers had shown that Newsweek, who had been printing for 79 years went to digital only in 2012...
When it comes to your association’s continuing education training materials, the best solution for how to present your content, in print or digital formats, is … both. In our work with associations, we have found that some training professionals struggle when deciding...
You know your learners want to be able to access your association’s training materials online. If it will help them more actively engage in the courses, and improve retention, you’re all for it … in theory. In practice, though, you have some reservations. You wonder...
What does it take for you to feel fulfilled in your life and your career? For some, a sense of purpose leads to fulfillment. With a job in corporate training, though, you probably realize that the work you do matters. Many employees and other professionals are able to...
Here’s the situation: Your association’s continuing education program depends on great instructors and quality content. Every year, you wonder, as the course books are printed and shipped, about the environmental impact of all that paper and ink. So many of your...
