Grab this opportunity to learn some great tips and also get a sneak preview of what it will be like to join us at Training's Online Learning Conference in New Orleans.  Each speaker will present a 15-minute condensed sample of their OLC content.  Listen fast and you'll learn plenty of useful tips even during this brief preview!
 
This preview focuses on the Designing High-Impact eLearning track.  Click here for more OLC preview tracks.


Part 1: Articulate 360: A Sampler Platter
Speaker:  Danielle Watkins, ID, ZPS
Description: 
With the release of Articulate 360 came several new tools. In this quick overview, we will share how Articulate 360 and Storyline 3 are different, and quick hit a sample platter of projects completed in each tool so that you understand how you could apply them to your projects. You will leave with a job aid that compares the features of each product so that you can pick the right tool for your content.  


Part 2:  Lights, Camera, Screen, and Audio: Make Better Videos with the Basics
Speaker: Daniel Foster, Snagit Strategy Lead, TechSmith Corporation
Description:
Need to get started with video but overwhelmed by where to start? Attend this session to get the lay of the land and practical tips for creating high­quality videos in less time. We’ll cover the video creation workflow, basic gear needed, and some fundamental techniques.


Part 3:  15 Minutes To Effective elearning

• Learner motivation
• Ways to engage the learner
• Publishing formats for the widest possible audience

Dani Watkins brings a professional, purposeful approach to igniting learning experiences for adult learners in both classroom and online environments. As the Chief Learning Experience Officer and founder of Zenith Performance Solutions, Dani has over 28 years of experience in learning and development, continuously staying at the forefront of industry trends and innovations. She is a sought-after speaker at major conferences, including the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Training Magazine’s Tech-Learn and Training, and Learning Guild's DevLearn, where she shares her expertise and passion for enhancing employee performance through innovative, instructional design.

Dani’s work has been widely recognized, including a Bronze Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award for Best Custom Content. She is also a Canvassador and has been published in TD Magazine with her article, "Bringing eLearning to Life," which explores the art of storytelling using whiteboard animations.

With 20 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering custom technical and business skills training programs, Dani has partnered with organizations across industries like pharmaceuticals, financial services, real estate, health care, telecommunications, government, oil and gas, soft-ware/technology, manufacturing, and education. Her expertise lies in designing, developing, and delivering innovative, instructionally sound courses that align with business strategies and drive performance improvement.

When Dani isn't busy igniting learning experiences, she enjoys spending time with her family or running trails in Colorado.

Kevin Siegel is the founder and president of IconLogic, Inc. He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, TechSmith Camtasia, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, Adobe Technical Communication Suite, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, and QuarkXPress.

Kevin spent five years in the U.S. Coast Guard as an award-winning photojournalist and has three decades experience as a print publisher, technical writer, instructional designer, and eLearning developer. He is a certified technical trainer, a veteran classroom instructor, and a frequent speaker at trade shows and conventions.

Kevin holds multiple certifications from companies such as Adobe, CompTIA, and the International Council for Certified Online Training Professionals (ICCOTP) as a Certified Online Training Professional (COTP). You can reach Kevin at ksiegel@iconlogic.com.