DigitalChalk eLearning

JUNE 20, 2013

And of course, many of you work with tight budgets, limited resources, and little time. When taking your own digital images isn’t an option, free stock photos become the go-to-tool. We have narrowed it down to 10 FREE stock photo sites , to help you manage your time a little better and find what you need on your budget.

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E-learning Uncovered

JUNE 9, 2016

It’s not always easy to find high-quality images for your e-learning when you’re working on a budget. If you can’t afford the popular stock image sites, you might think you’re only option is to take your own photos. Many of these free stock image sites make their photos available with the Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license.

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Adobe Captivate

APRIL 30, 2019

They’re happy to bleed their L&D budget dry month after month on a failed learning program, but will not willing to invest in an eLearning program which will likely get results as well as give them an amazing ROI. They are various online resources for free images, audio, video and templates.

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eLearning Architect

MARCH 1, 2016

One of the biggest challenges when creating a course is finding relevant, high quality graphics. We've all spent hours in front of eLearning or PowerPoint presentations filled with dodgy clipart or stock photos. In this article we'll explore an alternative that won't blow your budget. I don't know about you.

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ATD Learning Technologies

APRIL 18, 2017

You really can create e-learning content on a budget—if you’re willing to be a little creative. Fortunately, there are ways to save money and still deliver effective, high-quality e-learning. Professional-quality image capture used to require an expensive camera and equipment, but there are less costly options these days.

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OpenSesame

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Without a large budget, elearning is doomed to fail, right? I’m willing to bet that among your favorite films, there is at least one that was made with a small budget. Movies created with a budget equivalent to 1% of the average budget for Hollywood blockbusters: Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The Breakfast Club.

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BrightCarbon

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Read to the end to discover where we find our favourite free stock photography too! Because, let’s face it, it doesn’t matter how much you like a service if it’s way out of your budget! Shutterstock often has a free trial offer on, so you can try before you buy. Where to get free stock images?

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OpenSesame

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Without a large budget, elearning is doomed to fail, right? I''m willing to bet that among your favorite films, there is at least one that was made with a small budget. Movies created with a budget equivalent to 1% of the average budget for Hollywood blockbusters: Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The Breakfast Club.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Some of my photography can be seen in local art galleries and online through National Geographic image stock. Enjoy people; embrace life! Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you enjoyed the post, Liam! It is amazing ho. Liam McCoy: Thanks for this. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 6, 2011

Please feel free to post your suggestions! Some of my photography can be seen in local art galleries and online through National Geographic image stock. Creativity is a collaborative process! What are some ways in which you create a more realistic environment for your learners? How do you keep your learners motivated and engaged?

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 23, 2011

His example: Stock intro: “one key success measure for this project is to have…” Measurable item: ‘the completion date of every major milestone” Comparison statement: “within” Some number: “one week of the baseline schedule date” This example provides specificity and flexibility, all at the same time. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 8, 2011

Once we start taking stock of the on-demand requirements and the delivery options available for a given audience, we can start to make choices about how to best develop and deploy the material at the time of need. In my free time, I enjoy reading, medical lectures, belly dancing and regular visits to my massage therapist. Properly d.

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eLearningMind

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Photographs can also be disengaging (think generic stock photography) or highlight a lack of diversity. Still, when chosen thoughtfully, photographs can be a budget-friendly way to show emotion and direct focus. Imagine you’re creating a course on management policies and you choose to use stock photography. Invest in quality.

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ProProfs

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Trusted for Quality Solutions. These qualities make it easy for you to distinguish them from the rest. Downloadable free resources. A proven eLearning course development process, experienced experts, and delivery on time, on budget, are some of the highlights of Lectora. 120+ million stock images. Multimedia.

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E-learning Uncovered

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Depending on the source, stock music can be expensive and in a climate in which it’s hard to get any purchases approved, it may be viewed as frivolous. Here are my top tips for finding and working with stock music. A lot of stock photo sites also have music and sound effects. Free your mind. Show restraint. Book(mark) it!

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Coreaxis

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This not only improves customer satisfaction but also frees up human resources to focus on more complex customer issues. For instance, AI-powered inventory management systems can track stock levels, forecast demand, and automate replenishment, ensuring businesses never run out of stock or waste resources on excess inventory.

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Paradiso

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Balance Training Expenses in Restaurants Managing your budget is easier with a Restaurant Learning Management System (LMS). It helps track and control training costs, keeping your restaurant on budget. Traditional training can be costly and wasteful, but an LMS offers a cost-effective, budget-friendly solution.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 25, 2011

Some of my photography can be seen in local art galleries and online through National Geographic image stock. Enjoy people; embrace life! View all posts by Michael → ← The Ultimate Brain Food: Performance Support Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? Download the whitepaper » Blog this! It is amazing ho. Properly d.

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Coreaxis

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This not only improves customer satisfaction but also frees up human resources to focus on more complex customer issues. For instance, AI-powered inventory management systems can track stock levels, forecast demand, and automate replenishment, ensuring businesses never run out of stock or waste resources on excess inventory.

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ATD Learning Technologies

APRIL 18, 2017

You really can create e-learning content on a budget—if you’re willing to be a little creative. Fortunately, there are ways to save money and still deliver effective, high-quality e-learning. Professional-quality image capture used to require an expensive camera and equipment, but there are less costly options these days.

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Rapid eLearning

MARCH 2, 2021

I figure non-professional talent gives you presentation quality audio. But it’s not the same as pro-quality narration. Doing it yourself may cost less money but may impact the quality of what you produce. And then determine if there needs to be a budget to accommodate those requirements. Free E-Learning Resources.

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LearnDash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Video content is one such indicator of a high-quality course. Learners see video and think “quality,” and that is a selling point in itself. A few quick tips to bear in mind while recording: Standards for production quality on the Internet aren’t high. Let’s take a closer look. Video raises the production value of your course.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 29, 2021

But the best option is to record the best quality you can. If you have a budget, this recording booth looks interesting and seems very portable and easy to set up in a small office. I usually prefer a desktop mic, but a headset is much more mobile and the sound quality is decent. Free audio editors. Use sound buffers.

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Adobe Captivate

JANUARY 27, 2018

I’ve also experienced this when working in an organisation also had similar expectations but no budget for stock photography, background music, or video. Music can be a challenge, but many sites offer free music under a creative commons license. I’ve found some significant resources for stock photography.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

AUGUST 19, 2010

.   In Parts 1-3 of this Graphics series we've covered the different learning benefits of dynamic and static images as well as some free image resources. So you've picked what kind of image you want to use and you've found them for free online. Now let's talk about image manipulation.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 26, 2015

A few months ago I wrote a post on Microsoft getting rid of free clip art. For those with a budget that probably wasn’t that big of a deal. But there are many who relied on the free assets that Microsoft provided, especially since they didn’t include just clip art. Losing free clip art isn’t all bad news.

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Paradiso Solutions

JULY 27, 2023

Concerns about quality and matching your style are valid. If you want an AI content creation tool that ticks all the boxes, boosting speed and efficiency without compromising quality, this blog is must-read. Businesses can focus on other critical tasks by automating content generation while still ensuring high-quality content delivery.

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Fly Plugins

MARCH 18, 2024

While taking these steps now can help you create your course faster and ensure high-quality course content, keep in mind that once you develop your own unique course creation workflow it’s very likely that you will replace some of these course creation resources with others or eliminate them from your workflow altogether.

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CommLab India

JULY 14, 2016

Purchasing new images seems a good option, but we need to think of the project budget. Pixabay : You can find over 360,000 free, high-quality images, vector graphics, and art illustrations, which can be used without attribution, in your digital and printed works, including commercial applications. So what can be done?

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learnWorlds

JULY 14, 2022

Budget: Be mindful of the budget. Compare the features you need against your budget and whether you can afford the tools you need. If you have a team that requires different logins per user, then you need to plan ahead and think about whether that fits into the budget. Pros: Free trial. Start free trial. -->.

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IT Training Department Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Not only does this put the company at a disadvantage, but it also affects the quality of services or products themselves. Why Companies Cut Down On Learning & Development Budgets Layoffs in the tech industry are common right now, but they aren’t always. Free food and other perks only go so far.

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eFront

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

> If you know a free e-Learning book that is not included in the list please I will highly appreciate if you write a comment with a link to that book. -- -- CU Online Handbook - University of Colorado Denver (Update 12/06/2010: suggested by PRL ) Do you currently teach online? e-Learning Practices - Editor: Prof.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 2, 2009

But it all falls apart if the audio quality in your course is not very good. If you do have a limited budget (or you want to do the narration yourself) then here are some tips to help you do the best job possible. Invest in a good quality microphone. A good mic is going to give you good audio quality.

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Learning Visions

APRIL 25, 2022

We weren't sure if we should wear masks or go free. Random stock photography of dogs and chess pieces and whatever weird things the Guild decided they wanted to throw at us. Tools you can use: • Grammarly (when unlocked from your team, it does trend analysis across your entire team) aids in uniformity and quality.

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learnWorlds

JANUARY 22, 2024

Your professional looking Academy in a few clicks Start FREE Trial What is Etsy? Create an Etsy seller account To create your account (for free!) Whether it’s a unique artistic style, added features, or unparalleled quality, pinpoint the aspects that set your creations apart. This begins with creating your seller account.

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Trivantis

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

We’ve all seen e-Learning that features endless stock photos of people in business environments, sitting at desks but not actually doing anything related to the job your learners are training for. Take the time to create your own images if your budget allows, or really search through stock photo sites to find the best image.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 1, 2010

If you want more details, one of the community MVPs shared some tips on how to improve your audio quality. Today I want to share some free or inexpensive ways to work with the audio in your elearning courses. Your audio quality is never going to be better than what you originally recorded. It’s also free, which is a big plus.

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