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HTML5 making inroads with Apple and Mozilla. Adobe Flash lost its bid to become the main content distribution language when Apple pulled support, meaning developers have had to look further afield. Now, with many environmental factors falling into place, the time could be right for HTML5 to step up. Certainly, there has been enough activity to warrant HTML5 conversion for important pieces of content that producers want to ensure is visible across the device spectrum. MORE
Question slides (Title, question, answers, button text, and scoring report are read by screen readers). Note: To access Flash files using a screen reader, users must have Flash Player 9 or later installed. When a screen reader encounters content meant for Flash Player, the screen reader notifies the user with audio, such as "Loading.load done." by Kevin Siegel. A few years ago I was in Canada teaching Captivate for a large Toronto-based company. MORE
The description only comes into play if your learners are using the articulate mobile player.). The main choice here is between HTML5 and flash. We’ve written in the past about the demise of flash and how that will affect your SCORM courses – in short: You should choose HTML5! Options to choose from: HTML5. FLash. Articulate mobile player*. SCORM tracking isn’t supported in the articulate mobile player. MORE
Can show a review of the questions after scoring. Can insert Flash animations. Can customize built-in Player skins. Can choose from built-in Player skins. Can publish to mobile web (ex: HTML5). Can publish to Flash. Choosing a rapid e-learning authoring tool that suits your training needs completely can be quite a challenging task. You need to consider various aspects such as cost, built-in features, flexibility of the tool, and the output it gives. MORE
SCORM lets you monitor basic data like whether a learner has completed a module and their overall score, but it won’t let you track anything more detailed than that. It was designed for Flash. SCORM was originally intended for Flash-based courses, which aren’t a popular option now that support for Flash is fading. HTML5 courses can be created to SCORM standards, but it limits their functionality. MORE
Traditional SCORM content is Flash-based, which may cause issues on new platforms and mobile devices. In most cases, nowadays, it is highly recommended that you publish for HTML5. Because Storyline doesn’t include responsive design functionality, you should choose Use Articulate Mobile Player for iOS or Android if your course will be accessed via mobile devices. August. As the kids go back to school, our thoughts are turned to learning. MORE
It can be used as standalone asset; the viewer only needs a mp4 player which is available on each system. Interactive objects can always be scored, and reported to a LMS. To my amazement, software sims with that scoring feature were largely appreciated by my former college students as self-assessments. Those are SWF-based but will be converted to MP4 when publishing to HTML5. Standalone version (exe): not sure what the future will be when Flash Player has died. MORE
Here’s how Adobe describes Captivate Prime: Adobe Captivate Prime uses a single universal player that, like a fluid, dynamically provides eLearning content in all major media types, and for desktop and devices all through a common player. Because Prime uses this HTML5 player, the learning experience is seamless and looks and feels like the same modern player on virtually any device. What a difference three short years make in technology. MORE
It also removes the ability to publish flash content as flash is now dead. This option will not report any scores back to LearnUpon. This will then also get the SCORM to report back to LearnUpon the scores obtained and whether a user passes or fails the included exam. To determine whether a user passes or fails, please ensure you have a mastery passing score set on the SCORM. Quiz Score: There are two options, percentage or points format. MORE
The Web without Flash is getting closer. A general movement of Flash to HTML5 conversion has changed the fabric of the Web. Farewell to Flash. A recent Gizmodo article took a bold position in the Flash vs. HTML5 debate: The source stated the battle is as good as over, and there's no need to stick with Flash. The presented argument against Flash has two poles, namely its security flaws and lack of relevance. MORE
HTML5 plays natively on laptop, pad, and phone. HTML5, why should I care? I began getting lost when CSS replaced declarations like <font size=”small” color=”red” /> HTML5 joined my list of things to learn on Walkabout. HTML5 automatically resizes for PCs, tablets, and smart phones. Flash is on the way out. HTML5 plays all manner of videos natively. I’m starting with HTML5 Rocks. MORE
Here’s a brief account of all the changes: Added notifications with instructions, denoting the new security feature for Flash player 23 or later. With this update, whenever a user attempts to play any published content locally, he will now be presented a spinning circle of a Flash player notification telling him that local playback of published content is disabled. Fly-in animations now work seamlessly for shuffled answer choices in HTML5 output. MORE
With Storyline’s extraordinary multimedia support , developers can add Flash interactions, import video (in all popular formats), import audio or record it right in Storyline.—without Storyline also allows intricate assessments possible like the ability to score a learner’s progress at multiple points in the course. Finally, Storyline can publish e-content to Flash, HTML5 as well as iOS, using the Articulate Mobile Player app. MORE
Possibility of assigning negative scores; you can deduct points for every wrong answer. The application also allows you to insert Flash and web objects into your quizzes, in a hassle-free manner. Quizmaker 360 comes with a responsive Player that enables you to deliver assessments on the device of the learners’ choice. Quizzes can be published to Flash, HTML5, and Articulate Player, a native mobile app available in iOS and Android versions. MORE
One year ago today, I offered nine predictions running the gamut of hardware, software, industry players and general market movements based on trends we were experiencing in the commercial mobile learning marketplace; here’s my analysis of where these predictions landed twelve months later. Flash will still not be supported on iOS devices in 2011 but this fact will matter far less over time. a.k.a. How On Target Were My 2011 Predictions? MORE
One exception: embedded buttons on Quiz/Score slides cannot be shape buttons, so I use transparent buttons for those. The SVG, activated as button, has all the features of shape buttons: can be used on master slides, can be timed for the rest of the project (not in Fluid Boxes), can be added to quiz and score slides as extra button. I will show a use case of custom hotspot questions with partial scoring like described in this older post. Intro. MORE
Since that object is no longer supported for HTML5 output, I took it out of the table. InfoSemantics developed a HTML5 widget that is one of my favourites: the CpExtra Widget. InfoSemantics used to have a SWF widget (EventHandler), worked great, but with the EOL of Flash player for all browsers, not so useful anymore. Intro. Over 6 years ago I published a blog post explaining the importance of Events in the application. MORE
Studio ’13 is a very nice upgrade that features new Engage templates, additional quiz questions (including drag-and-drop), feedback layers, HTML5 publishing, characters, and a unified player, among other things. ( For that reason, many of its scores have not changed – it is still easier to use and has better graphics capabilities than the other tools in the grid, and it still has less power than the others – but that’s by design. MORE
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to handling legacy Flash eLearning content. This page has all you need to know to on how to rapidly republish or recreate your courses to adapt to the imminent end of Flash at the end of 2020. What is happening to legacy Flash eLearning content? MORE
Showing a review of the questions after displaying the score. Inserting HTML5, Flash, and text animations. Choose from different Player skins and built-in themes. Customize the look and feel of built-in interactions and Player skins. Most tools users stated that they needed a rapid authoring tool that could publish content to different formats such as: HTML5. Flash. What is the best rapid authoring tool in the market? MORE
One exception: embedded buttons on Quiz/Score slides cannot be shape buttons, so I use transparent buttons for those. The SVG, activated as button, has all the features of shape buttons: can be used on master slides, can be timed for the rest of the project (not in Fluid Boxes), can be added to quiz and score slides as extra button. I will show a use case of custom hotspot questions with partial scoring like described in this older post. Intro. MORE
Gaming usually involves competitive behavior, where players try to aim for the highest score. HTML5 Replaces Flash. The end of Flash had been announced quite some time back, so this must not come as a surprise. Since Adobe decided to put an end to Flash, HTML5 has taken over its place. HTML5 is more advanced and better equipped at supporting various multimedia elements. MORE
Signs you are in e-learning hell (as a designer/developer): The Help Desk calls and tells you they are receiving too many calls regarding your course and the _ (pop-up blocker, Flash Player and/or LMS sign-on). You scored 100% on the quiz but are not marked "complete" because you skipped page 42. See What Adobe has Been Doing With HTML5. eLearning Cyclops. My insights on elearning and mlearning. Pages. Free eLearning. Cloud Apps. About Me. Privacy Policy. MORE
It also removes the ability to publish flash content as flash is now dead. This option will not report any scores back to LearnUpon. This will then also get the SCORM to report back to LearnUpon the scores obtained and whether a user passes or fails the included exam. To determine whether a user passes or fails, please ensure you have a mastery passing score set on the SCORM. Quiz Score: There are two options, percentage or points format. MORE
Aptara
MARCH 4, 2015
The Web without Flash is getting closer. A general movement of Flash to HTML5 conversion has changed the fabric of the Web. Farewell to Flash. A recent Gizmodo article took a bold position in the Flash vs. HTML5 debate: The source stated the battle is as good as over, and there's no need to stick with Flash. The presented argument against Flash has two poles, namely its security flaws and lack of relevance.
Aptara
JUNE 12, 2014
HTML5 making inroads with Apple and Mozilla. Adobe Flash lost its bid to become the main content distribution language when Apple pulled support, meaning developers have had to look further afield. Now, with many environmental factors falling into place, the time could be right for HTML5 to step up. Certainly, there has been enough activity to warrant HTML5 conversion for important pieces of content that producers want to ensure is visible across the device spectrum.
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BrightCarbon
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to handling legacy Flash eLearning content. This page has all you need to know to on how to rapidly republish or recreate your courses to adapt to the imminent end of Flash at the end of 2020. What is happening to legacy Flash eLearning content?
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
OCTOBER 10, 2013
Question slides (Title, question, answers, button text, and scoring report are read by screen readers). Note: To access Flash files using a screen reader, users must have Flash Player 9 or later installed. When a screen reader encounters content meant for Flash Player, the screen reader notifies the user with audio, such as "Loading.load done." by Kevin Siegel. A few years ago I was in Canada teaching Captivate for a large Toronto-based company.
LearnUpon
APRIL 18, 2019
The description only comes into play if your learners are using the articulate mobile player.). The main choice here is between HTML5 and flash. We’ve written in the past about the demise of flash and how that will affect your SCORM courses – in short: You should choose HTML5! Options to choose from: HTML5. FLash. Articulate mobile player*. SCORM tracking isn’t supported in the articulate mobile player.
LearnUpon
MARCH 27, 2018
It also removes the ability to publish flash content as flash is now dead. This option will not report any scores back to LearnUpon. This will then also get the SCORM to report back to LearnUpon the scores obtained and whether a user passes or fails the included exam. To determine whether a user passes or fails, please ensure you have a mastery passing score set on the SCORM. Quiz Score: There are two options, percentage or points format.
Kitaboo
JANUARY 6, 2020
Gaming usually involves competitive behavior, where players try to aim for the highest score. HTML5 Replaces Flash. The end of Flash had been announced quite some time back, so this must not come as a surprise. Since Adobe decided to put an end to Flash, HTML5 has taken over its place. HTML5 is more advanced and better equipped at supporting various multimedia elements.
mLearning Revolution
AUGUST 21, 2015
Here’s how Adobe describes Captivate Prime: Adobe Captivate Prime uses a single universal player that, like a fluid, dynamically provides eLearning content in all major media types, and for desktop and devices all through a common player. Because Prime uses this HTML5 player, the learning experience is seamless and looks and feels like the same modern player on virtually any device. What a difference three short years make in technology.
Elucidat
JUNE 2, 2020
SCORM lets you monitor basic data like whether a learner has completed a module and their overall score, but it won’t let you track anything more detailed than that. It was designed for Flash. SCORM was originally intended for Flash-based courses, which aren’t a popular option now that support for Flash is fading. HTML5 courses can be created to SCORM standards, but it limits their functionality.
LearnUpon
MARCH 27, 2018
It also removes the ability to publish flash content as flash is now dead. This option will not report any scores back to LearnUpon. This will then also get the SCORM to report back to LearnUpon the scores obtained and whether a user passes or fails the included exam. To determine whether a user passes or fails, please ensure you have a mastery passing score set on the SCORM. Quiz Score: There are two options, percentage or points format.
CommLab India
APRIL 26, 2017
Possibility of assigning negative scores; you can deduct points for every wrong answer. The application also allows you to insert Flash and web objects into your quizzes, in a hassle-free manner. Quizmaker 360 comes with a responsive Player that enables you to deliver assessments on the device of the learners’ choice. Quizzes can be published to Flash, HTML5, and Articulate Player, a native mobile app available in iOS and Android versions.
Adobe Captivate
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Since that object is no longer supported for HTML5 output, I took it out of the table. InfoSemantics developed a HTML5 widget that is one of my favourites: the CpExtra Widget. InfoSemantics used to have a SWF widget (EventHandler), worked great, but with the EOL of Flash player for all browsers, not so useful anymore. Intro. Over 6 years ago I published a blog post explaining the importance of Events in the application.
E-learning Uncovered
NOVEMBER 12, 2013
Studio ’13 is a very nice upgrade that features new Engage templates, additional quiz questions (including drag-and-drop), feedback layers, HTML5 publishing, characters, and a unified player, among other things. ( For that reason, many of its scores have not changed – it is still easier to use and has better graphics capabilities than the other tools in the grid, and it still has less power than the others – but that’s by design.
Adobe Captivate
MAY 6, 2019
It can be used as standalone asset; the viewer only needs a mp4 player which is available on each system. Interactive objects can always be scored, and reported to a LMS. To my amazement, software sims with that scoring feature were largely appreciated by my former college students as self-assessments. Those are SWF-based but will be converted to MP4 when publishing to HTML5. Standalone version (exe): not sure what the future will be when Flash Player has died.
CommLab India
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Can show a review of the questions after scoring. Can insert Flash animations. Can customize built-in Player skins. Can choose from built-in Player skins. Can publish to mobile web (ex: HTML5). Can publish to Flash. Choosing a rapid e-learning authoring tool that suits your training needs completely can be quite a challenging task. You need to consider various aspects such as cost, built-in features, flexibility of the tool, and the output it gives.
Jay Cross
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
HTML5 plays natively on laptop, pad, and phone. HTML5, why should I care? I began getting lost when CSS replaced declarations like <font size=”small” color=”red” /> HTML5 joined my list of things to learn on Walkabout. HTML5 automatically resizes for PCs, tablets, and smart phones. Flash is on the way out. HTML5 plays all manner of videos natively. I’m starting with HTML5 Rocks.
mLearning Trends
DECEMBER 28, 2011
One year ago today, I offered nine predictions running the gamut of hardware, software, industry players and general market movements based on trends we were experiencing in the commercial mobile learning marketplace; here’s my analysis of where these predictions landed twelve months later. Flash will still not be supported on iOS devices in 2011 but this fact will matter far less over time. a.k.a. How On Target Were My 2011 Predictions?
CommLab India
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Showing a review of the questions after displaying the score. Inserting HTML5, Flash, and text animations. Choose from different Player skins and built-in themes. Customize the look and feel of built-in interactions and Player skins. Most tools users stated that they needed a rapid authoring tool that could publish content to different formats such as: HTML5. Flash. What is the best rapid authoring tool in the market?
CommLab India
DECEMBER 30, 2016
Here’s a brief account of all the changes: Added notifications with instructions, denoting the new security feature for Flash player 23 or later. With this update, whenever a user attempts to play any published content locally, he will now be presented a spinning circle of a Flash player notification telling him that local playback of published content is disabled. Fly-in animations now work seamlessly for shuffled answer choices in HTML5 output.
Adobe Captivate
JUNE 12, 2019
One exception: embedded buttons on Quiz/Score slides cannot be shape buttons, so I use transparent buttons for those. The SVG, activated as button, has all the features of shape buttons: can be used on master slides, can be timed for the rest of the project (not in Fluid Boxes), can be added to quiz and score slides as extra button. I will show a use case of custom hotspot questions with partial scoring like described in this older post. Intro.
Adobe Captivate
JUNE 12, 2019
One exception: embedded buttons on Quiz/Score slides cannot be shape buttons, so I use transparent buttons for those. The SVG, activated as button, has all the features of shape buttons: can be used on master slides, can be timed for the rest of the project (not in Fluid Boxes), can be added to quiz and score slides as extra button. I will show a use case of custom hotspot questions with partial scoring like described in this older post. Intro.
eLearning Cyclops
FEBRUARY 20, 2011
Signs you are in e-learning hell (as a designer/developer): The Help Desk calls and tells you they are receiving too many calls regarding your course and the _ (pop-up blocker, Flash Player and/or LMS sign-on). You scored 100% on the quiz but are not marked "complete" because you skipped page 42. See What Adobe has Been Doing With HTML5. eLearning Cyclops. My insights on elearning and mlearning. Pages. Free eLearning. Cloud Apps. About Me. Privacy Policy.
eLearning Brothers
AUGUST 22, 2016
Traditional SCORM content is Flash-based, which may cause issues on new platforms and mobile devices. In most cases, nowadays, it is highly recommended that you publish for HTML5. Because Storyline doesn’t include responsive design functionality, you should choose Use Articulate Mobile Player for iOS or Android if your course will be accessed via mobile devices. August. As the kids go back to school, our thoughts are turned to learning.
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