December 27, 2021 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Organizations
Modern eLearning provides professionals with a seemingly endless supply of courses, workshops, and certifications. Many industries require (or at least recommend!) that professionals frequently update their training, and most associations now offer their members some form of continuing education as a benefit to membership. How should organizations host their continuing education content? With Learning Management […]
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Academic vs Association LMS: 4 Key Differences
May 24, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, non-profits, Organizations
Last time, we covered the differences between custom-built enterprise learning management systems (LMS) and association LMS; this time, we’ll be going over how academic systems differ from those made for associations. 1. Academic LMS focus on grades; associations focus on professional development First, let’s look at the core reason for each LMS. What is the […]
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SaaS vs Custom LMS: Which is Right for Your Association?
May 9, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Industry News, non-profits, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
One of the biggest challenges an association leader can face when choosing a learning management system (LMS) is figuring out whether a custom-built enterprise LMS or software as a service (SaaS) LMS is best for them. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, so it can be difficult to decide which is the ideal system for […]
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Launching Your New LMS: 6 Steps for a Successful Rollout
April 26, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, e-Learning, Industry News, non-profits, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
There’s more to consider than just the software when it comes to launching a new learning management system (LMS). In fact, the implementation process is one of the most important aspects of a successful LMS project–and one that association leaders often overlook. Your LMS project can quickly go off the rails if it isn’t adequately […]
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Learning Management Systems for Associations: An Overview
April 11, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, non-profits, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
You may have seen the term Learning Management System (or, simply, “LMS”) online before, but what is it? For starters, an LMS is a type of software that allows associations to administer, track, sell, and deliver their continuing education courses online. They’re the most effective and economical solution when it comes to managing your association’s […]
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Webinar Recap: 5 Powerful Growth Strategies to Boost Non-Dues Revenue for Your Association in 2022 and Beyond
March 31, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Social Media, webinar
Whether you missed the original livestream or want to watch it again, you’re in luck! Vocalmeet, the CPA (Canadian Psychological Association), and the CSAE (Canadian Society of Association Executives) partnered to bring you a fantastic discussion on growth strategies for associations in 2022 and beyond—a discussion you can catch online now! Meanwhile, in this […]
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Maximize Your Association’s Value: Earn More Non-dues Revenue Now
March 1, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Engagement, Organizations
Every association understands the importance of membership revenue, but non-dues revenue is a little more mysterious. Basic membership revenue is often just not enough to sustain association expenses; that’s where non-dues revenue comes in! With the help of non-dues revenue, associations can provide members with extensive benefits, assist the industry at large, and engage in […]
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7 Universally Crucial Features for Your New LMS
February 15, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Engagement, Organizations
Every LMS offers something unique, which means that some are better suited for specific associations than others. Therefore, when searching for the best LMS for your association, you need to do a bit of soul-searching to determine your primary needs and wants from the system. Only then can you find the option that best meets […]
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6 Methods to Easily Increase Member Engagement
January 31, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Engagement, Organizations
Member engagement is something that every association seeks to maximize. Engaged members provide more website and event traffic, purchase goods more frequently, refer new members more regularly and renew their own memberships more often. Engaged members are active members, and they help to turn an association into an industry hub. However, getting members to that […]
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5 Things NOT to Leave Out of Your LMS
December 27, 2021 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Organizations
Modern eLearning provides professionals with a seemingly endless supply of courses, workshops, and certifications. Many industries require (or at least recommend!) that professionals frequently update their training, and most associations now offer their members some form of continuing education as a benefit to membership. How should organizations host their continuing education content? With Learning Management […]
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How to Bring Your Association Closer to Your Members
December 8, 2021 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Organizations
When you network with other members, you really get to experience the sense of community this form of bonding brings. Association members share common goals, and events allow you to build relationships built on these mutual interests. Networking only accentuates this, emphasizing the value of unity an association can bring. Not just that–frequent networking possibilities […]
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