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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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JUNE 4, 2019

.     As someone who works heavily in the MS Office suite, particularly in  PowerPoint , this of course has me in a refresh mood myself so I thought I would share some brand evolution we’ve had in our online training decks over the years here at IconLogic--including a brand new design I was just inspired to conjure up today! 

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 21, 2015

Here’s a free PowerPoint template I built for a recent workshop. I used it to show how to create interactive conversations in PowerPoint using hyperlinks. How to Edit the Free PowerPoint Template. Download the free PowerPoint template here. Upcoming E-Learning Workshops & Events (2015).

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Rapid eLearning

JANUARY 8, 2013

Most people aren’t active participants in the elearning community. No one expects you to sit on the couch, eating bonbons, and chatting in the community. Most of us tend to use the community for quick help and then we go back to work. I actually used one of the backgrounds for a recent workshop on interactive elearning.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 28, 2016

A couple of weeks ago, Creative Markets, gave away this PowerPoint template. I created a PowerPoint tutorial that goes through both tips in more detail. PowerPoint Tip: Use Pattern Fills for Image Placeholders. In PowerPoint, we can create all sorts of master slide layouts and add a whole host of placeholders.

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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

JANUARY 30, 2018

I shared a cool 3D interaction in a recent workshop demo and have had lots of people ask how I built it. The tutorial below shows how to create the video using 3D models in PowerPoint. Insert 3D Models in PowerPoint. PowerPoint comes with a number of 3D models. It also supports inserting models shared by the community.

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Rapid eLearning

MARCH 7, 2017

In the e-learning community, a number of people shared free icons and shapes. Looking at the free icons reminded me of simple trick we show in our PowerPoint workshops. It’s one I’ve shared in the past when I showed how to create custom shapes in PowerPoint , but today I’m adding a bit more detail.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 26, 2016

In this post we’ll look at an easy way to customize illustration in PowerPoint, since it’s a tool most of us have and it’s easy to do. Finding the Right Illustrations in PowerPoint & E-Learning. How to Edit Vector Illustrations in PowerPoint. How to Edit Non-Vector Illustrations in PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 28, 2015

Here’s another free PowerPoint template that you’re free to use in your online training courses. I designed the files for a workshop on building some interactive timelines, however it can be used for anything. See the Free PowerPoint Template in Action. Click here to view the PowerPoint demo. Updated agenda.

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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. Check out these articles and free resources in the community. Get your free PowerPoint templates and free graphics & stock images. Free E-Learning Resources. Want to learn more?

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Rapid eLearning

JULY 17, 2012

Who doesn’t want free PowerPoint templates? In a previous post, I shared a simple way to get free PowerPoint templates from Microsoft’s Office Online with links to five usable templates. PowerPoint Template 1: Various Bar Charts. Download the free PowerPoint template here. PowerPoint Template 2: Business Deals.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 22, 2015

At a recent workshop I showed the difference between creating interactive elearning in PowerPoint and Storyline. For the workshop I created a few different templates. Following is the free PowerPoint template and the corresponding Storyline version. Free PowerPoint Template. One of them was a tabs interaction.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 16, 2015

In this post we’ll explore how to edit free vector images in PowerPoint. However, if you get the image in.EPS format you may be able to edit the free vector images in PowerPoint. If the free vector image is in.EPS format you may be able to edit it in PowerPoint. How to Edit Free Vector Images in PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

There are 16 free PowerPoint templates and 15 free Storyline templates. Free PowerPoint Templates. Here are a bunch of free PowerPoint templates. Just like the PowerPoint templates, feel free to download them and customize them to meet your needs. Upcoming E-Learning Workshops & Events (2015). How about you?

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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. The Secret to Creating Your Own PowerPoint Templates for E-Learning.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 10, 2019

I present at a lot of conferences and workshops. I find the transcription on Google Slides is a lot faster and a bit more accurate than in PowerPoint. Live Transcription & Closed Captions in PowerPoint Presentations. Here’s an example of live transcription and closed captions (or subtitles) in PowerPoint.

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Rapid eLearning

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

A few weeks ago I shared an elearning example I created for an elearning workshop. There’s a PowerPoint version and one for Articulate Storyline 2 that offers a lot more interactivity. You’ll also notice that there’s a big difference between a PowerPoint-based template and one created in Articulate Storyline.

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Rapid eLearning

DECEMBER 27, 2011

I like this look because it helps get away from the PowerPoint look and it adds a sense of informality to the course which may help make the content seem less rigid. Here’s a link to the free PowerPoint template. Also, take advantage of the other free downloads in the elearning community. PowerPoint Template.

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Rapid eLearning

JUNE 14, 2016

I’m a big fan of community and how it helps us learn from each other. And that’s why community is so important for us. The Value of the E-Learning Community. Community isn’t content. Here’s one example of how this happens in the community. The E-Learning Community Shares What They Learn.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 28, 2024

PT: Avoid PowerPoint Template Time Sucks Do thorny template issues cross your desk on a weekly basis? Cooperating with PowerPoint Designer. PT: Community Discussion — Crisis Ahead: Navigating L&D’s Current Top Challenges Join this webinar to discuss some of the issues reshaping L&D in a time of rapid change.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 29, 2012

I worked for a multi-billion dollar company that had one official PowerPoint template that had to be used for all things PowerPoint regardless of what was being built. Microsoft’s Online Office site is a great resource for free PowerPoint templates. I’m not sure about you, but I don’t do too many family PowerPoint presentations.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 18, 2023

Delivering a keynote presentation and afternoon e-learning workshop. Check out these articles and free resources in the community. Swing by the booth and say hello. May 21-24 (San Diego) : ATD ICE. Come visit the booth. June 1 (Johannesburg) : 2023 Learning Indaba Conference. Register here. Free E-Learning Resources Want to learn more?

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

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. As you can see, building your own illustrations in PowerPoint isn’t that difficult. Do you want to try building it in PowerPoint?

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Mike Taylor

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Last week’s most clicked item: 77 PowerPoint Christmas cards to download and share! Working Out Loud Community. John Stepper is building a new WOL Community he will be making available the free online Circle workbooks in six languages as well as guided Circle experiences, including WOL for Teams and WOL Mindfulness.

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CLO Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

What I knew about teaching is what I remembered from my undergraduate and graduate courses — the “sage on the stage” delivering a well-crafted lecture accompanied by a PowerPoint. I took every workshop that Delphi Center offered, and even taught seminars on using wikis and blogs in teaching.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Included with the PowerPoint file is a matching Articulate Quizmaker template customized with a matching color scheme. This template is designed using the PowerPoint design theme colors. Download the PowerPoint & Quizmaker templates. Two workshops: Rapid E-Learning (AM) & Build Interactive E-Learning (PM).

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 31, 2023

We have this shoplifting prevention document that we often use during our workshops on creating interactive e-learning. Check out these articles and free resources in the community. How, you ask? Follow some classic hero archetypes to create a memorable case study. Switch the perspective. But you know what’s really cool?

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Mike Taylor

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Created for PC users by PowerPoint experts at BrightCarbon , the BrightSlide add-in will help you create, polish, and edit presentations at speed. If you ever work in PowerPoint you should have this! Dive in to learn how organizations are building communities, that impact the lives of their members while driving their business goals.

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Rapid eLearning

APRIL 5, 2011

A few days ago I came across this thread in the user community. He got a couple of responses and a demo PowerPoint file to review. Dave’s question (and the feedback he got) really speak to the value of the user community and why you need to be part of it if you aren’t already. Someone will ask how to do something.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 9, 2023

Delivering a keynote presentation and afternoon e-learning workshop. Check out these articles and free resources in the community. Swing by the booth and say hello. May 21-24 (San Diego) : ATD ICE. Come visit the booth. June 1 (Johannesburg) : 2023 Learning Indaba Conference. Register here. Free E-Learning Resources Want to learn more?

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Limestone Learning

JULY 28, 2021

PT: Use PowerPoint Live Presentations to Create Unique Audience Experiences Join Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon, to learn about PowerPoint’s new and wonderful presentation option called Live Presentations. PT: Creators' Workshop Series: Create Your First Elearning Project with Adobe Captivate! Check them out!

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Association eLearning

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Combining an online “intro” course with a 3 day, in-person workshop is a great way to add value and convenience to an education offering. And, since association membership is all about community and networking, this blended approach is a good way to offer more convenience while still engaging with your members.

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

In the past, sharing a PowerPoint deck with others meant you needed to use one of the small number of “safe” fonts to avoid having things go wonky and have your fonts get substituted for another one if the recipient didn’t have the same font that you used installed on their computer. Speaking and Workshop Information Sheet.

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Mike Taylor

MAY 19, 2023

Learn more → Guide To Creating Successful Community Strategies Feverbee’s Community Strategy Guide offers valuable insights on building and managing online communities. It emphasizes understanding community goals, engaging the target audience, and fostering inclusivity.

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Rapid eLearning

MARCH 12, 2019

Between the blog posts, community interactions, workshops, and webinars one of the most frequently asked questions is how to get started with e-learning or become a better e-learning developer. E-Learning Workshop : workshop covers general e-learning topics and not tool-specific. Upcoming E-Learning Events. Register now.

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Rapid eLearning

MARCH 19, 2019

Also, be sure to check out our upcoming e-learning workshops below. The Answer to the Community’s Number 1 E-Learning Question : every day some sort of derivative of this question is asked in the community. Here are some resources from previous workshops where we learn to use variables in a simple gamified context.

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