Illumen Made the List! Articulate’s Best of 2016: The Top 10 Most Inspiring Storyline Examples

Illumen Made the List! Articulate’s Best of 2016: The Top 10 Most Inspiring Storyline Examples

Illumen is very excited to have one of our projects make Articulate’s Best of 2016: The Top 10 Most Inspiring Storyline Examples.

Strong training solutions are what we create. It isn’t first about the software, it is about the approach. With this mindset, we can push the boundaries of development programs like Articulate’s Storyline to reach further and train better.

bonesThe project that made the top 10 is our Disabled American Veterans (DAV) iTRAK anatomy training modules. So DAV can teach anatomy to their team, they required an easy to use yet detailed solution. Illumen, having over a decade of experience developing training for medical and orthopedic companies, defined an approach that engages the learner to interact and explore. Additional modules allow the DAV team to determine the disability rating of an American Veteran based on their range of motion, through clear and concise demonstration and instruction.

For more information about this project, check out this article. For more information about DAV, check out their website at www.DAV.org.

Storyline is the eLearning development tool of choice for many companies who need to create training solutions. If you want to discuss your eLearning needs, connect with us today.

Illumen Made the List! Articulate’s Best of 2016: The Top 10 Most Inspiring Storyline Examples2018-06-07T13:45:10+00:00

DAV Magazine iTRAK eLearning System Mention

The Disabled American Veterans’ DAV Magazine recently came out with a two page article covering the DAV iTRAK education system. DAV partnered with Illumen to bring this learning solution to life and we are proud to link to their article, which describes what DAV iTRAK is and how it benefits the lives of disabled American veterans.

You can also link directly to DAV’s digital version of the magazine (page 8): DAV Magazine – July/August

Cover photo from DAV Magazine
DAV Magazine iTRAK eLearning System Mention2018-09-21T21:38:43+00:00

Looking at the eLearning Crystal Ball for 2017!

According to eLearning Industries, there are several trends to look for as we approach 2017. The future of learning definitely lies outside traditional classrooms with eLearning and distance learning gaining increasing momentum. The most notable trends include the following.

  • The Simulation. Once reserved for addressing aviation and health care, is gaining momentum as a game changer for other application training. They have proven effective for sales, safety or any high-risk environment. They can be high tech, or as a simple role play or game. They can be comprised of realistic 2D and 3D images, redesigned video or simple graphics.
  • Mobile Learning or mLearning is designed for the next generation that is always on the go. It is not just eLearning on a mobile device. The material is specifically rendered and developed for mobile learning, requiring skillful design.
  • Gamification makes learning fun and was one of the hottest trends in 2016. It can be very useful in improving learner innovation and problem solving.
  • Microlearning utilizes mini content bytes (e.g. 5 minutes videos) made available to the learner to work into their busy schedule. It is typically accessed on multiple devices. It’s very popular with corporate clients.
  • Big Data collected through the LMS allows developers to improve and modify eLearning courses, content, and material by delving deep into the learning behaviors and preferences of the users. It provides robust statistics and numbers that allow the developers to tailor and customize learning activities according to the consumer needs and also adjust the organization’s eLearning strategy as required.
  • Cloud-Based eLearning Systems have encouraged LMS’ and authoring tools switch to cloud-based platforms. Cloud-based online training is easily accessible to employees and reduces training costs significantly Updating online training content and introducing new products and features is easy on Cloud and it also ensures advanced […]
Looking at the eLearning Crystal Ball for 2017!2018-06-07T13:45:12+00:00

Illumen at the 2016 Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase

Illumen Group had a great time at the 2016 Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase. Several from the Illumen team were there to be at our booth (happy to sponsor the event), present on eLearning, and sit in on a number of great educational presentations.

The eLearning Showcase had over 350 in attendance this year from Chicago and many surrounding areas.

We at Illumen are very proud of the article recently written by ATD (The Association for Talent Development) who covered the event. They say in their article (Variety Was the Spice of Session Program at 2016 eLearning & Technology Showcase):

One of the sessions with the biggest “Wow” factor was “Supercharging eLearning Design,” presented by David Charney of the Illumen Group.

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David Charney then showed a sample that seemed to intrigue the entire room—an activity where the learner could move a camera over a background and zoom in and take photos of objects. Clicking the mouse produced both the sound of an exposure and a mock “photograph” with white border at the right edge of the background. At the room’s insistence, he showed how he created the activity in Storyline.

Natalie Sikes, an instructional designer with HPSI, gave the workshop equally high marks. “His example of moving the camera around—it was really cool to see how he did that,” she said, adding: When I go to these events, if there’s one great take-away, I feel it was worth it.”

Jay Yearley, an instructional designer at Telemedia, LLC, agreed, saying it was valuable seeing examples of how to design and visualize the eLearning screen based on the audience and material, rather than just advancing to the next screen.

The show had so many other […]

Illumen at the 2016 Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase2018-06-07T13:45:12+00:00

Illumen Mention in Book “Immersive Learning”

Illumen is excited to have a shout out in the book Immersive Learning: Designing for Authentic Practice by Koreen Olbrish Pagano.

Book Overview from Amazon (Click here to purchase):

Numerous studies have shown the same results: Virtual practice is often as effective―or more so―as real-life practice. Why is this? Immediacy of feedback―corrective feedback at the time of error―plus the ability to control the training environments to ensure the most common or most difficult scenarios are experienced and navigated by learners. The most useful training allows learners to actually practice skills in a safe environment.

In immersive learning, you can control what experiences learners have, the feedback they receive, and the opportunities they have to see both short-term and long-term consequences. Imagine the possibilities that new technologies can bring for training design! Doctors, salespeople, managers, emergency first responders―all can benefit from technology-enabled training. But how do you do it?Immersive Learning walks you through the process of designing and building immersive learning environments using the framework of the familiar ADDIE model. In this book, you will learn how to:

  • Discover a framework for thinking in terms of immersive learning design.
  • Outline the process of designing for immersion.
  • See real examples of organizations that have applied these principles to solve learning and performance challenges.

Pagano’s book covers the depth of immersive learning through engaging information and examples. It’s practices are sure to increase ROI and enhance learner understanding, retention, and performance.

Illumen Mention in Book “Immersive Learning”2018-06-07T13:45:14+00:00

Storyline 2 LMS Play/Pause Safari Missing Button Fix

A deal breaker has appeared for many who want to use Articulate Storyline 2 for its HTML5 playback on iPads. As the image above shows, the play/pause buttons are missing and the restart button is not centered vertically from the published HTML5 LMS files.

This is often missed because it only effects the LMS published files, so if you test publish through the Web tab, everything will look great. Only a view through your LMS will show, or not show, the missing button problem.

Articulate is aware of the issue and has posted this:

Play/Pause Button Is Missing in HTML5 Output in Mobile Safari
You may find that the play/pause button is missing from the seekbar when you view HTML5 output in mobile Safari on an iPad or iPhone.

This is a known issue. It’ll be fixed in a forthcoming software update for Articulate Storyline. Enable the Check for updates at startup feature to be notified when new updates are available.

Source

We look forward to their update, but until then we need a fix. Luckily, there is a fix.

John Ruiz posted on the subject at the Articulate community blog: https://community.articulate.com/discussions/articulate-storyline/storyline-2-play-pause-button-seekbar-missing-on-ipad

This problem can be fixed by copying some of the HTML from index_html5.html file into the index_lms_html5.html file. When you publish your SCORM, AICC, or TIN Can compliant files through the LMS tab, click Open to view the published files. These two HTML files can be open in any text editor, such as Notepad on the PC. If you don’t have a text editor or want one that can display line numbers, check out Notepad++.

In your index_lms_html5.html file you will find the problem HTML around line 70:

<div […]

Storyline 2 LMS Play/Pause Safari Missing Button Fix2018-06-07T13:45:14+00:00

Examples of eLearning

We are often asked, “Can you give us a few examples of eLearning and eMarketing projects?”. The terms ‘eLearning’ and ‘eMarketing’ cover a wide variety of types of projects. We have many people who need our services, and they all search for us in different ways. We often see:

  • Computer-Based Training (CBT)
  • Interactive Training
  • Mulitmedia Training or Multimedia Presentation
  • Virtual Product
  • Marketing Showcase
  • Online Training Program
  • Course, Class, Curriculum
  • Electronically Supported Learning and Teaching
  • CME Modules
  • Classroom 2.0
  • Learning Content
  • Learning Management System (LMS)

Not only are there many ways to say it, there are many more types of projects. Below are a series of examples of eLearning and eMarketing projects:

New and existing warehouse employees required training and refresher courses for all aspects of their day-to-day job tasks. These tasks included using a RF scanner and its software to properly catalog incoming products, locate and shelve products, comprehend new orders, locate and box products, prepare inventory reports, and prepare products for shipping. Employees also had to learn the process for handling exceptions to their general processes, such as incorrect inventory, products too high or large to gather for packaging, and damaged products or boxes.

Illumen developed a custom LMS and seven training modules for certification within each role.
With a high turnover in employees, and thus, an increasing amount of time, energy, and cost was being spent on training live in store with a manager.

Illumen developed a plan focused on building the level of experience both in making drinks and food by providing preparatory steps […]

Examples of eLearning2018-06-07T13:45:18+00:00

Illumen at the 2012 Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase

cltsIllumen is excited to be back at the fifth annual Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase. We have both sponsored and presented at previous events and look forward to sponsoring again this year. We always enjoy seeing our eLearning friends, meeting new friends, and discovering the new innovative approaches to online learning.

From the Chicago eLearning & Technology Showacase site:

Since our first event in 2008, the Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase has earned the enthusiastic praise of attendees and presenters alike. We will gather again on August 16, 2012 to celebrate the evolution of learning technologies.

The Showcase provides a full day of presentations with an emphasis on the role of new media and interactive methods in organizational training. Our speakers will explore all aspects of elearning—instructional design, development tools, media resources, virtual classrooms, social and interactive applications, mobile learning, rapid elearning, and more.

Illumen at the 2012 Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase2018-06-07T13:45:19+00:00

Illumen & Harper College

harpercollegeIllumen’s David Charney has recently been asked to join the Harper College Advisory Committee. David will advise the Graphic Arts program’s multimedia initiative which is focused on adding interactive technology to their program. This new degree will bring creative design and interaction skills to web development and programming. These skills will prepare students for careers at a multitude of jobs and positions including everything from web developers at ad agencies to design developers at companies such as Google, Apple, or Microsoft.

David has also been on advisory boards for both Purdue University and the ITT Technical Institute and enjoys working with students on projects when possible. Illumen enjoys Harper College’s eagerness to develop new programs, stay technologically advanced, and focus on the students careers as alumni. And for such a large campus full of beautiful buildings, they have better parking than any school  we have seen.

Illumen & Harper College2018-06-07T13:45:27+00:00
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