Rapid eLearning

JULY 28, 2015

Here’s another free PowerPoint template that you’re free to use in your online training courses. The free template is structure to slide up and down as you navigate. I designed the files for a workshop on building some interactive timelines, however it can be used for anything.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

To help you out, I compiled an assortment of free templates that you may have missed the past few weeks. There are 16 free PowerPoint templates and 15 free Storyline templates. Free PowerPoint Templates. Here are a bunch of free PowerPoint templates.

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Rapid eLearning

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

A few weeks ago I shared an elearning example I created for an elearning workshop. Many of you requested a template based on the example so here it is. There’s a PowerPoint version and one for Articulate Storyline 2 that offers a lot more interactivity. Working with Templates. That’s something not possible in PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 9, 2019

I was digging through some old workshop files and stumbled upon one I built a while back but never ended up sharing it outside of the workshop. In the workshop activity, the objective was to not build completely from scratch. Here’s a breakdown of some ideas from the workshop activity. Original Template Example.

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Rapid eLearning

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

The general layout of their site would make a great elearning template. As you know, I like to use sites like this as inspiration to show how easy it is to create PowerPoint elearning templates. So I thought I’d make a template inspired by their site and then share a few tips. Free PowerPoint Template.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 1, 2024

PT: PowerPoint Templates Top Ten PowerPoint templates should work well for everyone who uses them. Contrary to popular belief, templates are not easy to get right. In fact, thousands of steps go into building a solid template. Free for ATD members) Embark on a journey into the realm of accessible learning!

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 29, 2012

I have mixed feelings about templates. On one hand templates are great because they help guide the production process and maintain consistency. On the other hand, it’s easy to become too reliant on templates. Often this forces us to use templates that don’t fit the context of the course content. They have thousands.

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Rapid eLearning

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

PowerPoint is hot. In an earlier post I listed all of the ones that dealt with PowerPoint. Because it was so popular I decided to make another post that highlights all the ones that include free PowerPoint templates or other free assets. As always, you can use these templates as you wish.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 27, 2011

It’s that time of year to share gifts, so here’s an elearning template that you’re free to use as you wish. The template comes with a few layouts and they’re easy enough to modify, which you’ll see in the tutorials. Click here to view the template in action. Here’s a link to the free PowerPoint template.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 17, 2012

One of the topics we cover in the elearning workshops is how to quickly create templates to help move the elearning courses out of that PowerPoint look. At a previous workshop someone wanted to see how this was done so we created one quickly in class. I like to do these templates because they help bring out a few ideas.

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Rapid eLearning

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

One of the challenges I pose in our workshops is to create an elearning template using free resources like some of the free images and free icons you find online. Free Icons for Your E-Learning Template. Here are three good resources for free icons: Iconfinder. PowerPoint starter template.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 24, 2016

This way when I need to build a module or template, I can find assets drawn in the same style. And remember, if you don’t have an illustration app, as long as you can get.EPS vector files, you can edit them in PowerPoint. PowerPoint Tutorials. This will work in Storyline or PowerPoint. Free Downloads.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 9, 2019

Here’s a PowerPoint tip: build your e-learning course graphics in PowerPoint. PowerPoint is great for simple graphic design projects. All of those graphics were built in PowerPoint. All of those graphics were built in PowerPoint. I cover a lot of little PowerPoint tips. 00:00 | Introduction.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

That means one less day to create elearning templates. To help you relax and enjoy the last few days of summer, I’ve included a free tab-themed elearning template. Glassy Blue Template. Click here to view the demo template. The image below shows the key layouts that make up the template.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Technically converting a PowerPoint file to an “e-learning course” is fairly easy. You can import the slides into Storyline or just publish them from inside of PowerPoint with Articulate Studio 360. Here are three things to consider when converting a PowerPoint file into an e-learning course. Hope to see you there.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 28, 2016

A couple of weeks ago, Creative Markets, gave away this PowerPoint template. Looks like it’s no longer free. It’s a nice template with a lot of useful layouts. But there were two things that I really liked about the template and how they approached their production. One type is the image placeholder.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 20, 2016

I created a couple of simple quiz templates to use in a workshop and thought I’d share them here as well. One is created in Storyline and the other in PowerPoint. I also added a tutorial video for those who want to learn more about using the template for a simple quiz in Storyline. Free Quiz Template: Storyline.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 14, 2011

I like to find inspiration at some of the template websites like template monster. Below are a couple of images from the PowerPoint template I quickly mocked up. The template consists of a cover screen and two content screens. If you want the template, you can download it here. Click here to view the demo.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

In today’s post, I’ll show you how to build a laptop monitor inspired by the free laptop image file you can get from the psdGraphics site. And at the end of the post you’ll find the original PowerPoint file for you to download and deconstruct. I combined shapes in PowerPoint 2010 to cut a hole in the lid and make it transparent.

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Rapid eLearning

MARCH 7, 2017

In the e-learning community, a number of people shared free icons and shapes. And they’re great for your courses, so make sure to take advantage of all of those free resources. Looking at the free icons reminded me of simple trick we show in our PowerPoint workshops. Free E-Learning Resources.

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Rapid eLearning

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

Here’s a free elearning template I created for a recent workshop. The free template includes three interactions: two timelines and one process interaction. Free E-Learning Template Example. Click here to view an example of the free template. Free E-Learning Resources.

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 26, 2016

As you know, the Articulate community regularly shares all sorts of free downloads. We have elearning templates , free PowerPoint templates , graphics , and all other sorts of free assets that can be used for your elearning courses. Also, you are free to use them for your projects without attribution.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 11, 2015

I’m working on some practice content for an upcoming workshop and decided to share the template that is part of the workshop activities. Because the main image looks like an organizational overview, I think the template works great for a new hire orientation module. But you’re free to do with it as you wish.

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APRIL 26, 2022

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Limestone Learning

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

If you feel sunny and ready to learn something new, why not sign up for one of the free webinars being offered this month? There’ll also be a few bonus PowerPoint tips and tricks to allow you to create and use your presentation quickly and easily. Bring on the crocuses, daffodils and allergies! Tuesday, March 2, 2021, 10 a.m.–11

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 17, 2019

I’ve shared some ideas in previous posts with links to some examples , free templates , production ideas , and recommended books. If you’re not in a position to buy a GUI, here are a few free options. You can also search some of these sites for additional free GUIs. Free Game UI: Jungle Game.

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 27, 2021

When I create presentations for our webinars or workshops, I like to use the imagery from our e-learning community or the Articulate website. Download the fully revised, free 63-page ebook: The Insider's Guide to Becoming a Rapid E-Learning Pro. Free E-Learning Resources. Be sure to properly credit sources. There you go.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

When we started this blog in 2007, PowerPoint-based elearning was all the rage, and for good reason. Today, the elearning market is different and PowerPoint elearning isn’t as important (or relevant) as it was ten years ago. But that doesn’t mean PowerPoint’s obsolete. 7 Reasons Why PowerPoint Doesn’t Suck.

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Rapid eLearning

OCTOBER 2, 2018

A while back I shared some free illustrated backgrounds that you can use for your branched scenario courses in e-learning. I’ve been working on interactive scenarios for a few upcoming workshops and created some background images that we’ll use to build interactive branched scenarios. Free Downloads. Register here.

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 14, 2012

I get a lot of questions about how to move past the PowerPoint look when building rapid elearning courses. My first suggestion if you’re working with PowerPoint is to step away from the original content. With that said, sometimes you can get away with a pre-built template. A good example is with office-themed templates.

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Rapid eLearning

JANUARY 24, 2017

Earlier I shared this free microlearning template. So in today’s post I’ll share a few tips so you can make your own template and edit the one I shared. Here’s a series of video tutorials that show how to create the simple, yet powerful microlearning template. Free E-Learning Resources.

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 20, 2019

There are a lot of free graphics files available online. Many of the free graphics are illustrations that are.EPS or.SVG files. Photopea is a free app where you can edit graphics files online. I’ve included two quick tutorials to feature a few of thing things I like about the free application. Want to learn more?

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 16, 2015

In this post we’ll explore how to edit free vector images in PowerPoint. There are hundreds of sites to download free vector images that can be used for your presentations and online training courses. However, if you get the image in.EPS format you may be able to edit the free vector images in PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 16, 2011

A lot of rapid elearning hinges on PowerPoint. That means your success building courses is influenced by how well you know PowerPoint. To help you learn more about PowerPoint I pulled together a solid list of PowerPoint resources. 5 PowerPoint tips essential for effective rapid elearning. Tips on Using PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 27, 2016

Here’s a list of all of the free resources shared in this blog and a few bonuses. Free Bonus. Here are a few bonus items not included in previous posts: Free e-book: The Definitive Guide to Multi-Device E-Learning. Free image editor: Pixlr. Free Style Guide template: this offers double bonus content.

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Limestone Learning

MAY 31, 2022

Why not wrap up spring with a free webinar or two? Each technique is easily adopted and can be applied immediately after this workshop. Join Cindy Huggett, CPTD and author of Virtual Training Tools and Templates: An Action Guide to Live Online Learning , to learn the “3 E’s” of participant engagement in virtual learning.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 18, 2023

Download the fully revised, free 63-page ebook: The Insider's Guide to Becoming a Rapid E-Learning Pro Events May 3-4 (London) : Learning Technologies. Delivering a keynote presentation and afternoon e-learning workshop. Free E-Learning Resources Want to learn more? Check out these articles and free resources in the community.

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