eLearning Software

In this category, you will find all the tools that I use to create e-Learning projects. This covers the authoring tools needed to building engaging courses. I review the scenario planning tools that are used to introduce real-work examples. I show how you can get plug-ins to enhance Microsoft PowerPoint presentations. For the software tools, I take a deep dive into Agile and Scrum project management, Articulate Storyline versus Adobe Captivate, and Tin-Van API learning management system.

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Top 10 Video Presentation Software to Achieve Your Goals →
In this article, there are paid versions of video editing and presentation software that I review, such as Camtasia and Adobe Presenter, which are quite popular. I also look at video software with a free version, such as KowToon and GoAnimate. It is nice to use the basic free version of some software before paying for a premium version.
10 Scenario Planning Tools for Building Branched e-Learning Courses →
Scenario planning brings real-world lessons to the students. These tools are more effective than trying to create a simple outline of a project. They include creative support tools like mind mapping and flow charts. Understand how you can use tools like Twine, Draw IO, Coggle, Chat Mapper, and others to design a project.
Enhance Your PowerPoint-based Course with 11 Free Plugins →
PowerPoint decks are used extensively. Get the most out of using PowerPoint by using powerful plug-ins like Office Mix for video/audio narrations, Pickit for including photos, and Pexels for free stock photos. There is also iSpring for free e-Learning content creation, Office Timeline for task tracking, LiveWeb to embed web pages, and others that I find very helpful when making PowerPoint presentations.
Top 10 Tin Can API LMS: Keep Up with the New Standard →
The successor to the sharable content object reference model (SCORM) is the Tin Can API used by many learning management systems. Take your e-Learning project designs to a new level that includes detailed reporting, enhanced grading, and gamification to improve students’ engagement with the course materials. This review article covers Moodle, Blackboard Learn, Docebo, PropProfs, Talent LMS, and other learning management systems.
Top 11 e-Learning Authoring Tools to Deliver Engaging Courses →
In this article, I offer a comparative chart that shows the features of the popular e-Learning authoring tools. I compare Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, dominKnow Claro, Easy Generator, Genially, and others. I list the pros and cons of each authoring tool and the estimated pricing so you can decide after reading a comprehensive overview of what tools are available.
13 Best Agile and Scrum Project Management Tools →
This article is my recent update of the Agile and Scrum project management tools. Agile is the most popular methodology for software development projects. I give a comparative chart for Wrike, Atlassian JIRA, FreedCamp, VersionOne, Taiga, Pivotal Tracker, and others that include the features and the pricing.
Clash of the Titans: Articulate Storyline 2 vs Adobe Captivate 9 vs Trivantis Lectora 16 →
In this article, I compare the three industry authoring tools: the heavyweights of Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and Trivantis Lectora. You will want to read my in-depth comparison if you are considering buying any of these three because they are a major investment ranging from $1,100 for Adobe Captivate to $2,374 per year for Trivantis Lectora, with Articulate Storyline starting at $1,400.
Conclusion
Authoring tools and project management tools are very sophisticated. The tools you will use to develop e-Learning projects and learning system management are the key drivers of your success. Some of these tools are expensive. This requires significant evaluation to justify the budget to pay for them. They also have a steep learning curve to become proficient in using them.