May 2010 T+DThis simple but often forgotten step in the development process can maximize the course shelf life of your e-learning programs.Free for ASTD members:Article:  http://www.astd.org/TD/Archives/2010/May/1005_Maintenance.htmNot an ASTD member?  Buy the article:  http://store.astd.org/Default.aspx?tabid=167&ProductId=21156Free Podcast:  http://www.astd.org/NR/rdonlyres/DA826AC4-4318-4126-BEA4-8B1145EB61AA/0/MaintenanceTheForgottenStep.mp3

Each of the seminars below last about an hour.  You must have an ADOBE ID to view the seminars.What's new in Adobe Captivate 5http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1607945&loc=en_usAdobe Captivate 5 for Machttp://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1607950&loc=en_usGetting Started in Adobe Captivate 5http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1607939&loc=en_usWhat's New in Adobe eLearning Suite 2http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1609160&loc=en_usAdobe eLearning Suite 2 for Machttp://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1609163&loc=en_usGetting Started with Adobe eLearning Suite 2http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/event/index.cfm?event=register_no_session&id=1609157&loc=en_us

Webinar - Free to eLearning Guild members:May 18, 201010:30AM to 11:30AM Pacific Time Connie Malamed Author of Visual Language For Designers Do you get stuck trying to figure out the best graphics to use in a course or training session? Do you waste coveted screen or slide space with ineffective visuals? Although audiences remember more from visuals than from other mediums, few learning professionals are given guidelines for creating graphics that will impact learning.This session will provide instructional designers, trainers, SMEs, developers and graphic designers with practical and actionable guidelines for invigorating the learning visuals in their courses and products. Check it out:  http://www.elearningguild.com/content.cfm?selection=doc.1529   If you aren't a member of the eLearning Guild, I would encourage you to check it out.  I consider it one of the best resources - the Thought Leader Webinar Series is just one of the many member benefits.

Here's a nifty tool that you can use to embed audio files (besides the ones that come up on the page) into a course as a web object.Check it out: http://soundcloud.com/ Watch a demo using Ariculate Presenter:   http://screenr.com/3ZC

At the Think Outside The Slide channel on YouTube, you will find a bi-weekly slide makeover video podcasts as well as a sample of the short "how-to" videos that are available on the "Think Outside The Slide" website. So far, there are 51 video podcasts - short, sweet and to the point.Check it out:  http://www.youtube.com/user/ThinkOutsideTheSlide

Spend a day with Tom Kuhlmann of Articulate in Baton Rouge, LA.  For only $99, you get a practical 6 hour session on Becoming a Rapid E-Learning Pro. Sign up before August 23 and use this code RAPIDBLOG. National ASTD members pay only $89! Use discount code "NATIONAL" when registering online to receive the $40 savings!

Great interactive example with audio instructions.Check it out:  http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=111494514

David Anderson posted sample files and instructions for inserting Engage as Flash object in Presenter.  Also includes using icons for navigation.  Check it out:  http://www.articulate.com/forums/articulate-engage/16923-inserting-engage-flash-object-presenter.html

http://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action.html

Garin Hess, CEO of Rapid Intake posted a very comprehensive article on the Apple vs. Adobe Flash discussion.Check it out:  http://shoutout.rapidintake.com/2010/05/apple-adobe-and-flash-elearning-future.html