Storyboard Hero

MARCH 7, 2024

When crafting a boardomatic, the storyboard artist takes into account various elements such as character design, production design, spatial connections, scene staging, depth of frame, camera angles, and point of view, all aimed at effectively conveying the story outlined in the script.

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IT Training Department Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

And, of course, there’s one study that tells us almost nothing about the drawbacks of remote work, yet pro-RTOs (Return To Office) cite articles that cite the study to no end, saying it means remote work isn’t as effective, period. This post is about instructional designers and whether they can effectively work remotely.

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Spark Your Interest

APRIL 11, 2024

Use Murf’s lifelike AI voices for podcasts, videos, and professional presentations. You could use it to generate a list of challenges, problems, opportunities, or solutions to specific issues. You can also customize the video to include personal avatars and your voice. Murf.ai – Make studio-quality voiceovers in minutes.

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Play.ht

APRIL 15, 2024

Also, new improvements in generative AI and different algorithms have made these systems even better at creating responses that sound like they’re coming from a human. Plus, when these AI tools work with systems like IVR (Interactive Voice Response), they can offer voice help too.

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Play.ht

APRIL 15, 2024

Have you ever called a customer service number and been greeted by a voice that seemed almost human, yet you knew it was a machine? It stands for Interactive Voice Response powered by artificial intelligence, designed to make your experience smooth and quick. That’s conversational AI IVR at work.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 18, 2022

Instructional designers often need to write voice over scripts, but many of us never received any formal training on how writing for voice over is different from other writing. She did a terrific job and brought energy and life to my script (as a great voice over professional can). Conversational style and flow.

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 21, 2019

Another report by CGS revealed that video-based learning is one of the top methods for effective learning. Thankfully, video-based learning is an effective medium to encourage employee growth and learning. But, remember, these videos are highly focused and sometimes won’t even have a voice-over. Ask questions in between.

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WhatFix

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Back to Blog Employee Training How to Create an Effective Logistics Training Program (2023) February 2, 2023 Adelina Karpenkova Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Training is an essential part of any successful logistics business. In this case, a long-term goal may sound like “speed up order fulfillment by 1.5

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Play.ht

APRIL 15, 2024

Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? AI agents, equipped with the latest AI and language understanding abilities, not only react to changes but can also predict and prepare for them, leading to better and more effective outcomes. Unlike simpler agents, they think about the future effects of their actions.

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Epilogue Systems

APRIL 9, 2024

A digital assistant is much more than a tool that responds to voice commands or types out calendar reminders. Interactive Communication: They use voice or text-based interaction, allowing users to perform tasks hands-free or through simple messaging. We appreciate your readership. What is a Digital Assistant?

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Webanywhere

JANUARY 11, 2024

Now, e-learning in 2024 is making strides in solving this issue. This approach is enhancing the effectiveness of educational programs and shaping more informed teaching strategies. It’s like a roundtable where each voice matters, bringing unique perspectives. Platforms like Sound Branch are leading this trend.

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Play.ht

APRIL 15, 2024

Ever had a conversation with a bot that left you impressed by how smart it sounded? You go to the messaging feature and type out your issue, hoping for a quick fix. This is especially useful because it means that chatbots can quickly take care of simple questions, freeing up human helpers to tackle tougher issues.

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TechSmith Camtasia

APRIL 12, 2022

A song or sound effect used strategically can engage your audience, add a level of professionalism to your content, and make your product stand out. This post will cover everything you need to know to add music to a tutorial video effectively. So, is a tutorial video with music more effective than one without?

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TechSmith Camtasia

JUNE 28, 2018

If you’re recording with mobile devices or lower end cameras, they will most likely have very poor built-in mics that are designed to pick up a wide pattern of sound. For capturing location sounds, or dialog between 2 or more people, we recommend a shotgun mic. How to Prepare a Room for Quality Voice Overs. Sound moves in waves.

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Integrated Learnings

APRIL 11, 2011

Audio narration can be very time consuming, and in many cases requires hiring talent for a professional sound. However, what if you don’t have the budget to hire the talent to make it sound professional? What if you, as the Designer, do not feel that you have the voice for the recordings? Text-to-Speech Challenges.

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TalentLMS

JULY 21, 2021

In the hands of your instructional designer, the creative potential that video-based learning has can be exploited to maximum effect. For many, learning by watching another human is easier than reading words on a screen or listening to a voice-over. It’s also effective as part of onboarding training, especially with remote teams.

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Matrix

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Coming on the heels of the Great Resignation and joining the volatile economic environment, this does not sound like good news for companies. For once, though, it’s not as bad as it sounds. Some analysts believe that it shows disengagement and can signal mental health issues. What is quiet quitting?

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eLearningMind

APRIL 24, 2023

A flashy animation doesn’t work for the sight impaired; clever voice-over won’t engage someone who is hard-of-hearing. The expressionless, boring robotic voice used for screen readers also hinders engagement for visually impaired learners. Other issues designers run into are with sound effects.

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InWhatLanguage

JUNE 13, 2022

The original spoken language is substituted (dubbed) with another language, frequently performed by additional voice actors, in dubbing. Dubbing is a post-production procedure in video production in which new or supplementary recordings are lip-synced and combined with the original production sound to produce the completed soundtrack.

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Kitaboo

AUGUST 27, 2021

Text to speech (TTS) is an exciting technology that helps publishers address these challenges simply and cost-effectively. Available on your eBook reader, computer, or phone, the text-to-speech functionality is mainly used to convert arbitrary input text into natural-sounding and intelligible speech.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

The PowerPoint slides just need to be tweaked—editing the onscreen text, adding some animation, prepping the script for voice over recording, and syncing everything together. Often, the same text is in the voice over notes as on screen. No amount of “tweaking” will make this effective e-learning. Are you available?”

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 21, 2019

Another report by CGS revealed that video-based learning is one of the top methods for effective learning. Thankfully, video-based learning is an effective medium to encourage employee growth and learning. But, remember, these videos are highly focused and sometimes won’t even have a voice-over. Other Tips to Consider.

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TalentLMS

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Or, maybe the after-sales agent understood your complaint and quickly resolved the issue. Once they’ve cooled off, the employee assisting them can focus on resolving the issue. It’s almost impossible to resolve someone’s issue, or understand their need, without listening to them first. Using a CRM system effectively.

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Matrix

AUGUST 19, 2021

Employee engagement often comes up, which is usually a symptom of a much larger motivation issue. While there is no overnight solution to changing your company’s culture, some businesses have managed to dodge the above issues and even thrive in the process. I can’t stress this enough: giving employees a voice pays off.

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Learnnovators

APRIL 26, 2023

Quiet except for the shrill sound of children laughing. And the tranquil voice of an old woman… as she regales nearly a dozen tots of all sizes with tales from the Ramayana and Mahabharata*. Picture this scene in the 1980s. Make it black and white if you will. Somewhere in South Madras*. A hot summer evening. A house on a quiet street.

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Hurix Digital

MARCH 3, 2024

Users with varying abilities use assistive technologies like screen magnifiers, screen readers, and voice recognition software to access digital information and functionality. Navigation Navigation is a very common issue faced by several users. These include users who are blind or have low vision, limited mobility, or hearing loss.

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LearnUpon

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

In Audacity, you can do this by: Highlighting a section of recording where no deliberate sounds were made. At the start of every recording, let the mics pick up and record the ‘sound of the room’ for a few seconds before anyone speaks – this makes this process far easier later. Click on the Effect menu and then Truncate Silence.

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 1, 2023

Data also suggests that every error made on your website can hurt your conversion rates by 4.42%, whereas typos and errors on a page may have a much larger effect. A well-qualified copyeditor ensures to take care of all these issues and gives you an accurate and readable copy. This is where copy editing comes in!

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TalentLMS

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This article will cover exactly what you need to know to get started, including what to include in your curriculum and tips for rolling it out effectively. Without leadership support, it’s hard to get the resources to build or implement an effective diversity and inclusion training program. The challenges of training for diversity.

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Jigsaw Interactive

MAY 20, 2021

Technical issues can also arise, causing interruptions and frustration. The key to creating effective strategies is to understand what students need to succeed. Clear sound and pictures capture nuances like facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language.

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TalentLMS

MARCH 14, 2023

The two may sound similar. Context switching interrupts effective work and leaves employees feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Often the loudest voice is the one that gets the attention. Offer communication training Prevent communication roadblocks by teaching people the ins and out of effective asynchronous communication.

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Knowledge Guru

JANUARY 31, 2018

You depend on training to help your employees make more sales, provide better customer service, avoid regulatory issues, and make fewer mistakes. We must consider the importance of learning science – the backbone of sound instructional design. And oftentimes, there’s a lot at stake.

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TechSmith Camtasia

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

If you make videos — especially how-to and explainer videos — you will almost certainly need to record voice overs. In fact, depending on how many videos you create, you may have to do a lot of voice over work. For many people, the thought of recording their voice and sharing it with the world is horrifying.

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Mike Taylor

JANUARY 27, 2023

What I’m Listening To: My daughter has once again struck gold and introduced me to some great new music by The Neighborhood that’s been the perfect background sounds for my workweek. As instructional designers, understanding the science of memory is vital to creating effective and engaging learning experiences.

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CLO Magazine

APRIL 3, 2017

In the public and private sector , women face direct and indirect critique from men — as well as other women — on everything from the way they dress to the sound of their voices, Harris said. It…prevents us from using our full voice and…degrades the meaning of what we’re saying.”. It’s almost a tick,” Harris said. “It…prevents

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LearnUpon

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Video is a really effective eLearning format. eLearning doesn’t have to have 4k resolution to be effective. Good sound quality is crucial for eLearning videos. Poor sound can be really distracting for learners. Background noise or an unclear voice will reduce the impact of the video. Use your own voice.

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BrightCarbon

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

This blog article could also be called ‘confessions of a voice-over artist.’ For several years I’ve done voice-over work here at BrightCarbon, lending my voice to eLearning courses, promotional videos, and webinars aplenty. Listen to how it sounds read aloud: [link]. It’s not very engaging though. What do I mean?

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