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AUGUST 15, 2023

Get certified by the people who wrote the book on Camtasia via our popular “ TechSmith Camtasia 2023: The Essentials.”   The ideal path to certification starts with TechSmith Camtasia training through our virtual instructor-led courses. After completing all three classes, you will be well-positioned for the exam.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

by Kevin Siegel        When developing eLearning, one important goal is to ensure consistency from object to object. Lest you run the risk of creating an eLearning lesson that, despite your good intentions, is visually overwhelming to your learners.).   Looking for eLearning training?

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

before answering that, let's rework that classic question with this: what comes first, the eLearning or the PowerPoint presentation? When developing eLearning, the content is often created in Microsoft PowerPoint first. by Kevin Siegel      What came first, the chicken or the egg?

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MAY 28, 2020

TechSmith recently announced an update for Camtasia from version 2019 to version 2020.  He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, and TechSmith Camtasia. Kevin spent five years in the U.S.

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JUNE 1, 2021

Learn to Use TechSmith Camtasia 2021 Skills in Just One Day! " TechSmith Camtasia 2021: The Essentials " is a hands-on, step-by-step workbook that will introduce you to the essential TechSmith Camtasia skills you need to quickly get up and running with this fantastic eLearning development tool.

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APRIL 19, 2018

Welcome to the eLearning tool slug-fest. And because this isn't a two-tool fight, look over there and you'll see TechSmith Camtasia. If you'd like to follow-along with your instructor, install trial versions of Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and TechSmith Camtasia (Mac or PC). Over there?

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JANUARY 21, 2014

(SLC, UT, January 21, 2014) eLearning Brothers and Lodestone have partnered to provide a new twist in eLearning training. For the first time, eLearning developers can receive software training and over 20,000 eLearning assets in one offering at the same price as training alone. eLearning Template Library. “Now

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

  I am not suggesting that TechSmith should remove tools from Camtasia. I say bring on more tools, TechSmith (I look forward to seeing a dozen more tools in Camtasia 2021). There are 6 related tools (Callouts) grouped with the main Annotations tool.   Which brings me to Favorites.

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APRIL 19, 2018

Welcome to the eLearning tool slug-fest. And because this isn't a two-tool fight, look over there and you'll see TechSmith Camtasia. If you'd like to follow-along with your instructor, install trial versions of Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and TechSmith Camtasia (Mac or PC). Over there?

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APRIL 19, 2018

Welcome to the eLearning tool slug-fest. And because this isn't a two-tool fight, look over there and you'll see TechSmith Camtasia. If you'd like to follow-along with your instructor, install trial versions of Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and TechSmith Camtasia (Mac or PC). Over there?

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Designing an eLearning course can seem like an intimidating task. Perhaps more importantly, what can you do to make sure that you design an eLearning course that delivers real results? Tim Slade is a speaker, award-winning freelance eLearning designer and the author of the book, ‘ The eLearning Designer’s Handbook.’

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FEBRUARY 1, 2018

AVIs can be imported into the Camtasia Editor or other eLearning development tools and multimedia editors. TREC files are a proprietary format developed by TechSmith. Audio Video Interleave ( AVI ) is a popular Microsoft format that can contain both video and audio. It plays nicely on multiple devices and operating systems.

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DECEMBER 20, 2017

If left unaddressed, the gap (otherwise known as dead air), will result in a black screen when the lesson is seen by your eLearners.     Looking to learn how to create eLearning in any of the top development tools (including Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and TechSmith Camtasia)? .

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OCTOBER 19, 2016

by Kevin Siegel        It's been years in the making but TechSmith has finally updated Camtasia. in version 8, while awesome, were often hard to find for new eLearning developers.   Looking for eLearning training? and boy is this upgrade worth the wait.   The interface has been overhauled.

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JULY 24, 2018

A self-paced, hands-on workbook that teaches the core TechSmith Camtasia 2018 skills! Using TechSmith Camtasia, you can quickly create software demonstrations, software simulations, and soft skills eLearning. Dozens of step-by-step, hands-on activities.

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MARCH 7, 2018

If you intend to create an eLearning course, it’s a good bet that you’re going to start the development process in Microsoft PowerPoint. However, PowerPoint is missing some key eLearning features to allow you to output finished eLearning content. TechSmith Camtasia. Do the animations still work? How about the hyperlinks?

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JULY 24, 2018

A self-paced, hands-on workbook that teaches the core TechSmith Camtasia 2018 skills! Using TechSmith Camtasia, you can quickly create software demonstrations, software simulations, and soft skills eLearning. Dozens of step-by-step, hands-on activities.

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JULY 24, 2018

A self-paced, hands-on workbook that teaches the core TechSmith Camtasia 2018 skills! Using TechSmith Camtasia, you can quickly create software demonstrations, software simulations, and soft skills eLearning. Dozens of step-by-step, hands-on activities.

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JUNE 3, 2019

Any eLearning developer knows that coffee by the gallon helps get the job done.     Looking for TechSmith Camtasia training or support? Of course, too much coffee can lead to the jitters and, by extension, a jittery mouse while recording a video demonstration.   Such was the case for me during a recent project.

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JANUARY 30, 2017

  I've written about the TechSmith Camtasia Library before. There's even a category called Motion Graphics - eLearning Brothers. (I'm I'm delighted to see assets from the eLearning Brothers included in Camtasia.). by Kevin Siegel, COTP , CTT.   Only not so fast.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

With powerful development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, TechSmith Camtasia, Adobe Captivate, and Lectora, it’s never been easier to create relevant, highly interactive, and visually stunning eLearning. Regarding the visually stunning part of eLearning. But where are you going to get those assets?

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MARCH 7, 2018

If you intend to create an eLearning course, it’s a good bet that you’re going to start the development process in Microsoft PowerPoint. However, PowerPoint is missing some key eLearning features to allow you to output finished eLearning content. TechSmith Camtasia. Do the animations still work? How about the hyperlinks?

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MARCH 7, 2018

If you intend to create an eLearning course, it’s a good bet that you’re going to start the development process in Microsoft PowerPoint. However, PowerPoint is missing some key eLearning features to allow you to output finished eLearning content. TechSmith Camtasia. Do the animations still work? How about the hyperlinks?

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FEBRUARY 1, 2018

AVIs can be imported into the Camtasia Editor or other eLearning development tools and multimedia editors. TREC files are a proprietary format developed by TechSmith. Audio Video Interleave ( AVI ) is a popular Microsoft format that can contain both video and audio. It plays nicely on multiple devices and operating systems.

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MARCH 12, 2013

by Kevin Siegel      One of the more common questions that I get from new eLearning developers is how much time it will take to produce published content. For instance, which eLearning tool are you going to use to produce the lessons? How about TechSmith's Camtasia Studio? Is it Adobe Captivate?

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DECEMBER 20, 2017

If left unaddressed, the gap (otherwise known as dead air), will result in a black screen when the lesson is seen by your eLearners.     Looking to learn how to create eLearning in any of the top development tools (including Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and TechSmith Camtasia)? .

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MARCH 11, 2015

.   If you'd like to learn more about eLearning, come hang out in my next  eLearning basics mini course.   e-learning eLearning mLearning TechSmith Camtasia Studio training UA User Assistance'

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MAY 13, 2021

We are proud to announce a new class: Creating eLearning Scripts for Software Simulations. If you create eLearning that includes software simulations and video demonstrations, you've likely heard about the need for a recording script. It's also likely you're not sure how to create an appropriate script.

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MARCH 31, 2016

  If you attend my introduction to TechSmith Camtasia mini course , you learn how to use the Camtasia Recorder tool to create a software demonstration pretty early. by Kevin Siegel. During the recording process you will, of course, capture every click you make with your mouse.

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JULY 31, 2015

TechSmith provides access to several additional assets online. If you click the link, you'll be taken to a TechSmith site where you can download a ton of additional Library Media.     Looking to learn all things eLearning?   If you cannot find a Library asset that you like, don't give up.

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MAY 19, 2020

When creating eLearning in TechSmith Camtasia, Adobe Captivate, or Articulate Storyline, one critical consideration is the physical width and height of your project (also known as the canvas size).   When I teach any of my eLearning courses, I encourage learners to consider their end-users when determining the size of the canvas.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2013

  To Produce an eLearning lesson that will include the Smart Player, choose  File > Produce and share  to open the Production Wizard. I teach a live, online  Introduction to Techsmith Camtasia Studio 8  class for  ASTD.   Looking to learn Camtasia quickly?

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JULY 10, 2015

  Fortunately, TechSmith addressed the issue in Camtasia 8 with a feature known as Stitching.         Looking to learn all things eLearning? Check out these live, online  eLearning mini-courses  (including a 3-hour introduction to Camtasia).   Stitching is enabled by default.

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MARCH 20, 2013

As valuable as many developers viewed the PIP feature, TechSmith dealt away with it in Camtasia Studio 8. With Camtasia Studio 8, it seems that the good folks over at TechSmith agree with me. You displayed the PIP Track and then dragged an asset from Camtasia's Clip Bin to the PIP Track on the Timeline. it's gone. Not so fast.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

There are multiple tools available that will let you create compelling eLearning content including Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, TechSmith Camtasia Studio, and Adobe Presenter. Once you select your eLearning tool, what's next? How do you get started creating your first eLearning content? More information.

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OCTOBER 15, 2014

Check out TechSmith friend, David Demyan’s session on Exploring Video and eLearning Best Practices ? Stop by the TechSmith Booth at DevLearn 2014 appeared first on TechSmith Blogs. Looking for an awesome session to fill out your calendar? on Thursday, October 30th. What sessions or activities are you looking forward to?

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JANUARY 3, 2013

My newest book, "TechSmith Camtasia Studio 8: The Essentials" in now available for the Amazon Kindle. The printed book is with the printer now and should begin shipping next week.

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