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 […]

Importance Of Typeface

Every word you read is dressed in a typeface. But have you ever stopped to consider what that typeface is saying? Typography is a universal language that works silently, influencing how we feel, what we trust, and how we understand information before we even process the words themselves.

This module goes beyond “fancy fonts” to explore typeface as a fundamental tool of communication, design, and persuasion. Whether you’re creating a presentation, building a brand, designing a website, or simply writing a report, the choice of typeface is a critical decision.

Negotiation and Sales techniques

From Proposal to Partnership: Mastering the Art of Collaborative Deal-Making

Every interaction is an opportunity for influence. Whether you’re closing a major deal, securing resources for your team, or simply agreeing on a project timeline, your success hinges on one critical skill: the ability to negotiate effectively and sell your ideas.

This module is designed to transform your approach from adversarial haggling to strategic, value-driven collaboration. We move beyond outdated pressure tactics to focus on building trust, understanding underlying needs, and creating outcomes where everyone wins.

Physical Training/Stretching at Work

Recharge Your Body, Boost Your Productivity. Without Leaving Your Desk.

The modern workday can be a marathon of sitting, typing, and screen-staring, often leaving us with stiff muscles, aching backs, and dwindling energy. But what if you could combat these aches and recharge your focus in just a few minutes?

This module is your practical guide to integrating simple, effective stretching into your work routine. Designed specifically for the workplace, these exercises will help you release tension, improve posture, and increase blood flow, leading to enhanced well-being and productivity.

Adobe Captivate 13: How to Add Audio to Accordion Widgets

In this video, I show you exactly how to add audio to each accordion widget element in Adobe Captivate 13, making your learning interactions more dynamic and engaging! As someone passionate about eLearning and Adobe Captivate, I walk you through the process step by step—from setting up your widget to attaching custom audio files.

Creative Writing and Storyteling

Every great story, from ancient myths to modern blockbusters, shares a common magic: the power to transport us, make us feel, and connect us to something larger than ourselves. This power isn’t reserved for a chosen few—it’s a skill waiting within you to be unlocked.

Whether you dream of writing a novel, crafting compelling scripts, or simply telling better stories in your professional and personal life, this module is your launchpad.

Can the Text-to-Speech output be saved as a media file?

Hi, is it possible to use the “Text-to-Speech” feature in Captivate New and export the resulting audio as a media file for later use in a card widget?

Make Your Hotspots Talk In Adobe Captivate

In this video, I’ll walk you through how to add audio to your hotspot callouts using the latest Adobe Captivate 13. Whether you’re new to eLearning or an experienced designer, adding audio to your hotspots makes your courses more engaging.

Printing step by step guide from captivate classic

Printing step by step guide from captivate classic software simulation creates a blank word document, are there any settings to rectify?

Adobe Captivate 13: How to Edit Component Shapes in Software Simulations

In this video, I walk you through the latest updates to editing component shapes in software simulations using the all-new Adobe Captivate (version 13).

Adobe Captivate 13: How to Add Audio to Individual Tabs in the Tabs Widget

In this video, I demonstrate how to add custom audio to each tab within the Tabs widget in Adobe Captivate version 13. This feature is brand new and makes your eLearning interactions much more dynamic and accessible, especially for learners who prefer listening to instruction rather than reading on-screen text.

Captivate 13. Object Style Manager

Where is the Object Style Manager in Captivate 13?

Adobe Captivate 13: How to Add Audio to Flip Card Widgets

In this video, I’ll guide you through the straightforward process of adding audio to each flip card in Adobe Captivate version 13. You’ll see how easy it is to enhance your e-learning courses with dynamic audio cues, making your flip card interactions more engaging for learners. I also share tips on customizing your cards, setting triggers, and ensuring that learners review all materials before advancing. If you’re serious about creating accessible and interactive e-learning, this tutorial will help you take your Captivate projects to the next level!