eLearning 24-7

MARCH 17, 2014

Collaboration – How much longer are AT vendors going to push this out as “new”? Built-in audio narration tools including some editing. Timelines - I’m not talking tracks here, I’m talking timelines (seen in quite a few education focused tools). It is still fresh with more vendors adding it.

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Authoring Tools Authoring Tools PPT 69

eLearning 24-7

MARCH 20, 2013

Because the industry as a whole is a lemming, I expect more vendors to come on board. Right now I am doing a survey on authoring tools (more on this at the end of the post) and so far 100% of all respondents state that HTML5 output is required in an authoring tool. HTML5 output. Layers, Triggers and Actions.

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Authoring Market Tools Flash to HTML5 Conversion 74

eLearning 24-7

APRIL 4, 2024

Some vendors won’t use SCORM because it takes time to add and implement it. whose background is firmly in instructional design and technology. Paul is the SVP of Business Development at dominKnow, a world-class authoring tool that has AI built into it. Many vendors mention they have SCORM. was born.

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AICC xapi SCORM Authoring Tools 69

Challenge to Learn

MAY 24, 2016

It is the same with choosing your e-Learning tooling. You can buy a big system that does all (like Blackboard, Sumtotal, Saba, Cornerstone on demand, et cetera) or you can go for a bunch of specialized tools that will beat that big solution on every specialty. My advice: go with the small specialized tools all the time.

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Authoring Tools Expert LMS Saba 177

Challenge to Learn

MAY 24, 2016

It is the same with choosing your e-Learning tooling. You can buy a big system that does all (like Blackboard, Sumtotal, Saba, Cornerstone on demand, et cetera) or you can go for a bunch of specialized tools that will beat that big solution on every specialty. My advice: go with the small specialized tools all the time.

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Authoring Tools Expert LMS Saba 177

eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Initially I wasn’t going to post authoring tool rankings beyond the top ten, until July. 20 eLab - The user interface is intriguing and enables anyone to build a course, without having the typical “ooh that looks so lame” with some rapid content authoring tools. . #20 Works with smartphones. #19

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Authoring Tools Authoring Flash to HTML5 Conversion Tools 74

eLearningMind

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

In 2018, AICC was called a “defunct dinosaur” in a Software Advice article about choosing a technical standard for eLearning content. Put simply, SCORM makes it possible for different brands of LMS platforms to run programs created from different authoring tools. AICC is also not commonly used outside the U.S.

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AICC SCORM xapi Authoring Tools 98

Rapid eLearning

MAY 9, 2023

Consequently, the primary aim of such courses, regardless of the subject, is to ensure compliance by the end of the year and to track which employees have or haven’t completed the training. At the corporate level, many teams possess authoring tools and instructional design expertise.

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Compliance Training Authoring Tools Course Firewalls 88

Rustici Software

JULY 20, 2021

xAPI came along and was designed to track all kinds of learning activities across different technologies that often sit outside of an LMS, like mobile apps, gaming, simulations, virtual reality and augmented reality. When you want the advanced tracking capabilities that xAPI provides. Essentially: cmi5 = LMS + xAPI data.

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Authoring Tools xapi SCORM ADL 110

LearnUpon

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In the past, we’ve written about ADDIE , an instructional design model that’s perfect for organizing eLearning projects, most notably course content creation. . Often a complicated process, there’s a lot to track and manage, but ADDIE can make the whole thing run smoother and more efficiently. .

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Instructional Design ADDIE LMS Project 40

Maestro

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

And while it’s often just one aspect of a more-comprehensive learning strategy, it’s an extremely important tool in any L&D toolkit. Project Manager (PM) – Responsible for overseeing the project, managing timelines, and keeping the project on track and on budget. Then the real design preview work begins.

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Custom eLearning Development eLearning Developer Innovation eLearning Strategy 52

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

Again, not every tool below is SaaS based, but at some point, you have to move to the SaaS world, especially if you are offering or saying you do – some type of mobile learning functionality. I’ve seen some authoring tools that fit most of the criteria above, but whose ease of use is substandard or even really bad.

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Authoring Tools Authoring Flash to HTML5 Conversion Tools 86

OpenSesame

MARCH 31, 2020

At OpenSesame, we receive inquiries from subject matter experts and content authors who have developed training programs but are unsure about how to monetize them in today’s online world. Course building tools on these platforms are available without cost but are not without limitations. Finding the right authoring tool.

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Authoring Tools Standards Authoring Industry 52

Elucidat

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

If your business is going to develop the skills it needs to survive and thrive during another period of disruption, the right L&D tools are critical. But could limiting your tools also limit your impact? LMS tools vs standalone authoring tools . There can be a bit of crossover between the two tools.

Authoring 52

Authoring LMS Brandon Hall eLearning Tools 52

eLearning 24-7

JULY 14, 2015

Yes there are vendors doing some new stuff, okay many, but a few items are not new, rather they have been around for a long time. SaaS boost – Finally more vendors are on the appropriate path for their consumers; but the big folks are not – why? It should exist in every authoring tool. . . .

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Authoring Industry Tools vendor 40

WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Before getting started with using eLearning tools for your education or certification programs, it is important to know the difference between the different tools used to create, develop, and deliver eLearning content. An authoring tool , also called an eLearning development tool, is used to create the lessons themselves.

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Authoring Tools LCMS eLearning Tools LMS 40

eLearning 24-7

JULY 20, 2011

As the rapid content authoring market continues to grow, new features and capabilities are equally growing. There are 124 authoring tools in my latest directory, of which 30 are SaaS or a combination of desktop and SaaS – which really what is the point of that? SaaS: Software is in the cloud, on the internet.

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Authoring Tools Flash to HTML5 Conversion Authoring Trends 78

Thinkdom

MARCH 12, 2024

Working and clarifying with vendors - Coordinating with external parties requires a lot of patience and good communication. Urgent tasks need to be done immediately, like responding to an urgent call to finalize the budget with a vendor or fixing technical issues during a training session. One popular time-tracking tool is ,, Toggl.

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Management Tips Track Social Media 105

Roundtable Learning

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

When developing a VR learning program, creating content in-house or through an external vendor can give your program a customized edge that ensures your organization’s specific learning goals are met. What Is A VR Authoring Tool? The two most powerful and notable VR authoring tools are Unity and Unreal.

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Metrics Content Outsource Simulations 98

eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Qualifications for e-learning tools. I didn’t put together any secret formula or weighting criteria for these tools. I did look at several sites that listed tools and realized for the most part they were authoring tools or tools that are super mainstream and oh, they are authoring tools.

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Instructional Design Tools ADDIE PDF 40

OpenSesame

JUNE 21, 2017

At OpenSesame, we receive inquiries from subject matter experts and content authors who have developed training programs but are unsure about how to monetize them in the today’s online world. Course building tools on these platforms are available without cost but not without limitations. Finding the right authoring tool.

Authoring Tools 60

Authoring Tools Standards Authoring Industry 60

learnWorlds

AUGUST 8, 2022

You’ll learn what a SCORM file is, the benefits of creating SCORM content, compatibility with different elearning software/learning management systems (LMS), and how to transform a powerpoint presentation into a SCORM course. SCORM standards facilitate the communication between elearning authoring tools and learning management systems.

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SCORM Authoring Tools Compliance Training Guide 52

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

For me, I toss in some terms that need to go or be stopped in their tracks before confusion does more to hurt than help. It has been a reader favorite and yes, a few vendors have been, uh, extremely unhappy. Functionality that is out of date, and either vendor are removing it OR needs a serious update via UI and UX. .

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vendor Micro-Learning SAP Learning System 101

eLearning 24-7

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

CBT Prior to online learning known then as WBT, and then the latter term of e-learning (vendors today, use it to refer to content that is online), there was CBT. Instructional design was actually being used. Because of the way the courses were designed. Everyone I knew, followed the ADDIE approach. It was flawed.

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Compliance Training Association LMS Association Learning Management System LMS 81

eLearning 24-7

APRIL 26, 2011

EasyGenerator is a SaaS based content authoring tool that is like a piece of fine sculpture, with some cracks, but beauty that is hidden within. Extremely feature rich – can compete with Captivate and other authoring tools. Built in question pool, assessment tool and survey tool. EasyGenerator.

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Easygenerator Authoring Productivity Product 68

CD2 Learning

JULY 26, 2023

These generally include the ability to take courses, engage with other learners, track progress, and report metrics to administrators. Having an LMS with eLearning authoring tools is essential. (If Do you have someone tech-savvy on your team or will you need more hand-holding support from your vendor?

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System Metrics 52

Adobe Captivate

APRIL 19, 2018

Checkpoints: Ask for a wide range of samples (cutting across various authoring tools). Talent (particularly in Project Management and Instructional Design). The quality of people in the vendor team determines the success of your outsourcing initiative. It is vital to determine their expertise in learning design.

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Custom eLearning Development Outsource Content Developer Evalution 49

Paradiso Solutions

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Find the Right E-Learning Vendor with an Awesome RFP. Additionally, a thorough and well-written RFP might draw in additional vendors, providing you more proposals to look at. Will there be any work in instructional design, or just content development? Do you want to know more about the numerous benefits of our LMS?

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RFP Blended Learning Compliance Training Authoring Tools 52

Corporate eLearning Strategies and Development

MAY 14, 2012

Just reading her post made me realize that so much of our industry is focused on the ID, Instructional Design. And back when I first started in this business it was mostly referred to as ISD, Instructional SYSTEMS Design. After all, "I have instructional designers that do that".

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Instructional Design Compliance Training Simulations Enterprise 59

WhatFix

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

There are many types of eLearning tools to assist L&D teams create, manage, update, and facilitate effective training programs. Here are a few resources to find the right tools for your organization’s needs. Here are a few resources to find the right tools for your organization’s needs. On-the-Job Training.

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Methods Compliance Training Authoring Tools Case Study 111

Learnnovators

JANUARY 28, 2015

Joe is also a frequent teacher and presenter at industry conferences and at client sites, especially on the subject of eLearning development tools. His tool reviews appear each month and he is the recipient of several awards for his work in eLearning, including a Lifetime Achievement Award way back in 1999. What is the future?

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Authoring Tools Blended Learning Instructional Design Adobe Captivate 113

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Nadda: I would call out three main areas: Integrate the technologies that support learning management (LMS, LCMS, content authoring) and knowledge management (CMS, KMS, enterprise search, etc.). Hosting platforms are more robust and the tools to create and edit video are simpler to use than they ever have been. How to store it?

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Authoring Tools Conversation Templates vendor 100

Academy of Mine

MAY 30, 2023

Rather than businesses hiring software developers to build their own LMS, they can just subscribe to a cloud-based LMS to make use of the software. One reason that’s true is because of a popular LMS feature known as learner reports, which keeps track of attendance, user engagement, quiz scores, and more.

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LMS Learning Management System Authoring Tools System 40

Learnnovators

JANUARY 30, 2015

Joe is also a frequent teacher and presenter at industry conferences and at client sites, especially on the subject of eLearning development tools. His tool reviews appear each month and he is the recipient of several awards for his work in eLearning, including a Lifetime Achievement Award way back in 1999. What is the future?

Authoring Tools 100

Authoring Tools Blended Learning Instructional Design Adobe Captivate 100

Xyleme

DECEMBER 12, 2023

With over 100 locations and a constantly evolving industry, keeping track of all this content proved to be a major challenge for the company. To make matters worse, Wells Fargo was relying on more than 20 different applications and software packages to build and store their content.

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Xyleme Innovation LCMS Authoring Tools 52

Axonify

JANUARY 6, 2017

We need more tools like Axonify to make content relevant and targeted to the role and time it is needed. Gamification Analyst, Author, Consultant, Speaker, Professor. According to the Entertainment Software Association, 63% of all US households are home to at least one person who plays video games regularly (3 hours or more per week).

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Trends Compliance Training Expert Blended Learning 256

Academy of Mine

JULY 3, 2020

An LMS can do many things including aiding in the process of student registration, grade tracking, student assessments, student administration and content blocking (such as the need to complete one course module before moving onto the next module) to name only a few things. It has pre-built quiz templates and course authoring tools.

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LMS Teach Atutor Authoring Tools 98