Video is a terrific way to engage your learners! I am sometimes asked whether or not it is possible to have a video play and then pause to review various discussion points. There are many ways to accomplish this, and the following is a simple option that takes advantage of the layer functionality in Storyline 360. Insert Your Video Onto the Slide For this build, we are using a video about the planets in our solar system. (We can discuss whether or not Pluto is truly a planet later!) Tip:
How Do I Change My Default Font Size and/or Color?
I am a pretty detail-oriented person… Wait, what am I saying? I’m actually a bit of a perfectionist! Consistency in e-Learning development, for me, is fairly important. I love when people in class ask, “How do I change my default font size and/or color?” because that means I may not be alone! Design Themes In the first day of training, we talk about Theme Colors in Storyline 360 and maintaining color consistency. By setting up your theme beforehand, you can ensure that each object you create can begin with the
What Should I Include on My e-Learning Design and Development Checklist?
As we move through our hands-on Articulate training covering the various settings and features of Storyline 360, we often mention, “You might want to add this item to your ‘QA’ checklist.” Many students have inquired about what is involved with creating such a list for quality assurance (QA). Let’s discuss the benefits of using a checklist before passing your project on for either internal or customer review, and then some tips and best practices for compiling your own. Why the Need for a Checklist? Think about the last time you
How Can I Use a Slider as a Progress Meter?
Many developers find themselves in need of a progress meter to show a learner how much is left to be completed in an e-Learning module. There are several ways to achieve this in your course. A slider is a great visual for the learner to see how much is left in the course. The slider also has built-in points, keeping us from having to do any leg work. Let’s explore this “as heard in training” question and use a slider as a progress meter! NEW! As of 2019, an Articulate-360-exclusive slide
How Can I Utilize a Picture-in-Picture Video to Create a Dynamic Walkthrough of My Course Material?
Recently, one of my students asked me about using a picture-in-picture video to create a narrated walk-through of a particular topic. She was curious as to whether she should use Replay or if she should use Storyline 2. It really depends on what kind of functionality you want your “tour” to have. After experimenting with several methods, the following should provide some good guidelines. Replay or Storyline 2? The big question to ask is whether you need the learner to see step-by-step slides or whether a simple video walk-through will
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