Let’s celebrate this festive season with some fun projects and ideas!

It’s that time of the year again when we gather around with our family and friends, or take a vacation to celebrate these most awaited festivals. Talking of festivals, we’re curious to know if you’ve ever created an interactive project on any festival, or would fancy creating one. Please feel free to share those with us. The best projects will get showcased on the Free Projects page, newsletters, and Adobe social media pages. In the past we have seen some […]

Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your journey in the field of eLearning.

– What motivated you to enter the field of eLearning? – Are there any influencers who helped you learn faster along the way? – Share 2-3 challenges that helped you grow in this field.

Share your design resources

Hi all, I was wondering, what are your main go to places where you get some inspiration on how to visually design your content? These are some places I go to: Humaaans Freepik Unsplash Storyset Canva Please help me add on to this list

Which is your primary tool for conducting virtual classes, meetings, and webinars?

Additional discussion questions: – What are your main requirements from a virtual conferencing tool in your line of work? – Highlight some issues that you face during virtual conferencing and suggest some UI/UX solutions to overcome those problems. Have you registered for AEW 2021 yet?  

Which workflows or features do you like the most in your current Learning Management System (LMS)?

– Which Learning Management Systems have you work with and how would you compare them?   Have you registered for AEW 2021 yet?  

Software Simulations or Video Demos? Which one do you prefer and why?

This question is not limited to just Adobe Captivate. You can share your experience in working with other tools as well.   Have you registered for AEW 2021 yet?  

In the age of addictive smartphones, what strategies do you use to engage your online learners?

– Do you devise your own strategies that have shown favorable results in the past? – Do you follow pedagogical theories and adapt them to your eLearning? – Anything out of the box? Have you registered for AEW 2021 yet?  

What should every newcomer know about eLearning today?

Share your thoughts   Have you registered for AEW 2021 yet?  

Code Cracker – Captivate Game and Puzzle Series

Entry #4 in the Captivate Game and Puzzle Series – Code Cracker!

Announcing the Adobe eLearning Showcase Challenge – Summer 2021!

The Heat is On. Welcome Summers! And welcome back, the Adobe eLearning Showcase Challenge – SUMMER 2021, your chance to flaunt off your eLearning skills! Submit your projects to us and stand a chance to win and get recognized. Top 5 winners shall receive a $500 Amazon gift card from Adobe* Here’s how to enter the contest :- – All individual participants need to create projects using the Adobe Captivate software with a minimum of 3 project slides (see examples […]

Advice?

what advice would you give to someone starting out in ID?

Game and Puzzle Series by Greg Stager

Introduction to a new series about Games and Puzzles.

JavaScript Idea Series by Greg Stager

An introduction to a new series of postings : The JavaScript Idea Series

Join us for Adobe eLearning World 2021 in September

Adobe eLearning World (AEW) 2021 brings with it an opportunity for you to deep-dive into eLearning. As one of the biggest virtual eLearning conferences, it will help you gain key insights into the ever-changing world of eLearning. By participating, you will not only discover diverse points of view, but also get an exclusive sneak-peek into the latest innovations from Adobe’s labs. UPDATE: We’ve just moved Adobe eLearning World 2021 to September to ensure that all our colleagues may gather online […]

Introducing Adobe Captivate Creators’ Workshop Series

Register now Date: May 25, 2021 at 8 AM PT When it comes to authoring tools, Adobe Captivate is among the most recommended by users. The authoring tool has quickly managed to capture the minds of all eLearning professionals, whether their expertise level stands at beginner, intermediate, or advanced. But to truly maximize its functionality, you need an inside scoop on the best ways to create courses with it. Presenting the Creators’ Workshop Series!  Prepare to take your knowledge of […]

Announcing the winners of the Adobe eLearning Design Awards powered by eLearning Industry

Let us take a deep breath first! If we have overused our superlatives in describing any previous contests on this forum, we will like to take it back, and place it here,  as what we have witness in these last few weeks on elearning.adobe.com/projects page was nothing short of a phenomenon. This has also left our judges in a tizzy in scoring easily, due to the sheer professional quality of projects that all have created through the Adobe Captivate authoring […]

Update for Mac Users – Adobe Captivate 2019 Build for macOS Big Sur (macOS 11) is here!

Big Sur (macOS 11) update for Adobe Captivate (2019 release) is here!

What are eLearning Devs and IDs reading?

Greetings all. I am always looking for resources and things to learn from.  I have read some articles recommending books and unfortunately some that seem really interesting I haven’t been able to find, but I will continue to look. Thought I would pose the question here. What are some good resources that you recommend? They don’t have to specifically be direct to eLearning or Instructional Design, but they obviously can. But if there is something that relates and you feel […]

JavaScript Book Recommendation

Hi, Can someone recommend JavaScript, HTML and CSS books for beginners that would be a best fit for Adobe Captivate? I keep researching but do not find anything in particular. However, if anyone can recommend any books that were of great help to you and Captivate, let me know! Currently, I have a few in my Amazon cart but just not sure which would be good. Plan on also heading to a Barnes and Nobles this weekend and see what’s […]

Adobe eLearning Design Awards powered by eLearning Industry

The Most Exciting eLearning Design Challenge of 2021 is here!** eLearning Industry and Adobe have joined hands to honor the best in the field of eLearning authoring and design, and you can be one of them! Submit your projects and earn a ticket to the spotlight in the world of eLearning. The best talents across the globe will be picked by a panel of distinguished eLearning experts. The top 3 winners will be rewarded  jointly by eLearning Industry and Adobe […]

Multiple Failure messages for Drag&Drop KC slide

Intro This article is written as an answer to a question on the forums: Drag&Drop with Advanced Action For quiz slides it is possible to show different Failure messages based on the attempt number. That functionality is not available for Drag&Drop slides. As you can read in the thread, another user posted a solution using the Object actions which are executed after each drag action.  I posted some comments about the limitations of that solution. In this article the described solution is […]

Import PowerPoint in Adobe Captivate 13

This article explains how Adobe Captivate 13 allows seamless import of PowerPoint files, transforming static slides into editable, interactive eLearning content. It covers what elements are preserved, how to enhance them, and how speaker notes can be converted into AI-powered narration—streamlining content development and collaboration.

The Accessibility Checklist: 7 Must-Haves for Every Adobe eLearning Designer

This article, serves as a practical guide for instructional designers to ensure their digital courses are inclusive and compliant. The blog argues that accessibility is a core pillar of user experience rather than just a legal requirement. It outlines seven essential “non-negotiables” for designers working within the Adobe ecosystem.

A Practical Guide to Using Interactions in the All-New Adobe Captivate

The all-new Adobe Captivate introduces a simpler, responsive-first way to build interactive eLearning. This practical guide walks through how to use built-in interactions—such as click-to-reveal, tabs, accordions, process flows, and knowledge checks—to design engaging, learner-centered courses without complex actions or scripting.

Beyond Clicks: Designing Meaningful Learning Interactions with Adobe Captivate

Adobe Captivate empowers eLearning designers to move beyond static slides and build learning experiences that truly engage. This blog explores how thoughtful interactions—rather than flashy animations—can transform learner attention, understanding, and retention using Adobe Captivate.

Designing a Unique Interaction-Based Slide in Adobe Captivate (2013 – Latest Version)

This blog demonstrates how to design a meaningful, interaction-based slide using Adobe Captivate (2013). Instead of static “click-next” learning, the focus is on learner decision-making, visual feedback, and smart use of Captivate’s interactive objects—without relying on advanced scripting.

Climb to Success: The Mountain Challenge

This sample is a gamified quiz adventure where learners progress up a mountain by answering 10 interactive safety and survival-related questions correctly.

Responsive Project Assetts

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How to Display Long Form Dates in Adobe Captivate | Step-by-Step Guide

In this video, I show you how to display the long form of today’s date in Adobe Captivate, perfect for certificates of completion or anywhere you need a readable date in your eLearning projects!

VARK learning style model

The infographic presents the VARK learning style model developed by Neil Fleming, which classifies learners into four types—Visual, Auditory, Read/Write, and Kinesthetic—based on their sensory learning preferences. It outlines tailored teaching strategies for each style to enhance engagement and improve learning outcomes.

Design Smarter, Stress Less: Using Captivate to Beat Burnout

The blog highlights how Adobe Captivate helps instructional designers overcome burnout by simplifying course creation with responsive design, built-in assets, and AI-powered features. It encourages working smarter, not harder, so creators can focus on creativity and regain joy in their work.

How Smartphones Are Shaping the Next Generation of Learners

Smartphones are changing how children learn by giving them quick access to books, videos, quizzes, and creative tools. They support different learning styles, offer personalized practice, and help spark curiosity through easy research. Phones also build digital literacy and connect students with others. Although they improve access to learning for many families, concerns about screen time, safety, and privacy remain. With clear rules, good app choices, and guidance from parents and teachers, smartphones can support learning and stay useful without becoming a distraction.

How to Bring Back Non-Responsive Projects in Adobe Captivate 13

In this video, I’ll guide you through a simple workaround to bring back non-responsive projects in the all-new Adobe Captivate 13 using the PowerPoint import workflow.