This comprehensive guide to crafting accessible online content is your roadmap to inclusive education. Uncover the best practices for designing accessible eLearning to a diverse range of learners, including those with special needs. With this guide, you'll get practical tips on how to make each part of your course, from text and pictures to quizzes and interactions. It’s clear and easy for everyone to use.

Have you had it with recording your own voice? Most instructional designers feel uncomfortable recording themselves and making their voice the voice of the organization. That is one reason why AI Voice has proven itself as one of the most reliable AI tools for boosting productivity. Take, for instance, the small instructional design team at New Jersey's Ocean County College. Before using an AI voice studio, the team was selective about adding projects. Now, with AI voice, the team can get to all categories of their distance learning needs, such as voiceovers for course materials with various voices, course trailers, and updating content for accessibility.

Impactful learning experiences can make the difference between a learner who feels disconnected from learning and one who is empowered to do great things. However, to cultivate such experiences in our eLearning programs, we must first grasp what drives individual learners and the particular conditions that make or break their experience of education. Inclusive environments stand out as one of the most important factors, and in this eBook, we offer practical advice to promote their presence through: Racial and cultural diversity Inclusive spaces Mental health and wellbeing Harness the actionable strategies outlined in this user-friendly resource to begin creating a greater impact within your hybrid and digital learning programs!

Did you know that only 4% of CEOs see a clear ROI on their L&D programs? It’s not that the training programs aren’t successful - in fact, the average ROI of some L&D programs is $7 for every $1 invested. Many L&D professionals don’t have the information they need to create measurable reports on ROI to demonstrate program value - which may put the future of their programs at risk. In this workbook, you’ll explore a variety of ways to measure the impact of your training program. You’ll find: Prompts for reflection about your training program Steps for measuring ROI KPIs to consider for each category

Generative AI, the latest iteration of artificial intelligence (AI), cuts across industries, dominating today’s business news with continually evolving iterations and applications. Learning & Development (L&D) organizations are exploring ways to leverage this new tool in the hope of automating certain tasks, thereby freeing employees to concentrate on higher-level concerns. This white paper explores generative AI from the perspective of Training magazine’s Training Hall of Fame members—L&D industry thought leaders who explored the topic during an in-person meeting at the 2024 Training Conference & Expo earlier this year. It discusses where they see the potential value in generative AI, as well as the challenges of this new, seemingly omnipresent, technological tool. The white paper includes Training Hall of Fame case studies, tools they are using, lessons learned, and a roadmap for AI L&D success. About the Training Hall of Fame Created in 2008, the Training Hall of Fame comprises organizations that attained a spot in the Top 10 of Training magazine’s Training APEX Awards for four consecutive years. The Training APEX Awards recognize outstanding employer-sponsored workforce training and development. Training Hall of Fame companies are: Birmingham Water Works Board BNSF Railway Booz Allen Hamilton Dollar General Corporation EY Keller Williams Realty, Inc. KLA Corporation KPMG LLP Leading Real Estate Companies of the World McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Medical Solutions Nationwide PwC Rosendin Sonic Automotive Verizon

In today’s fast-paced digital world, course creators face the significant challenge of cutting through the noise and capturing learners' attention amidst a flood of information.  With the average attention span dwindling, it’s essential to craft courses that are not only informative but also visually engaging and memorable. In this guide, you will discover how combining the powers of Animaker and Articulate Storyline to add animated storytelling to your courses will make it the most impactful course you have ever built.  Download the guide and start creating engaging courses that will: And 2X the Course Completion rate! Increase course engagement rate by 100% Positively impact the company’s revenue by 30%

In today’s diverse workforce, where approximately 1 in 5 adults fall under the umbrella of neurodivergent, it’s imperative to acknowledge and embrace the rich tapestry of conditions that shape our learning landscape. Neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, and more, sometimes have unique requirements in order to achieve their highest potential. While the idea of reevaluating and improving learning programs to accommodate neurodivergent employees may initially seem like a significant undertaking, there are many simple adaptations and considerations that require minimal time and money. Effective training for neurodivergent employees doesn’t have to be complicated, and it can ultimately improve engagement and knowledge retention for both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees. Get the eBook or download the full toolkit to find out how your organization can foster an inclusive learning environment that empowers every individual, regardless of their neurotype, to thrive and contribute fully. In this eBook, we focus on adapting learning programs to better address the needs of neurodivergent employees. Topics include: Defining neurodivergent and neurodiversity Differences in experience Offering choice & personalization Ways to create more inclusive learning environments Setting your neurodivergent employees up for success

Digital learning offers the learner the flexibility to encounter various stakeholders and personas in a safe space. In this guide, explore how to implement avatars to facilitate deep learner interactions that encourage discovery.

An eLearning storyboard will help you organize and present course content in a way that engages the learner and provide your stakeholders and SMEs a preview of how the course will flow. Use this written storyboard template to get started with your eLearning course. Or download the visual, PowerPoint-based template.

Communicating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders are the two biggest challenges that freelance IDs face (apart from money issues) according to our study. There’s lots of misunderstanding, irritation, and even sabotage on the part of the SMEs. The following guide will help you get the most out of your relationships with SMEs and stakeholders and reduce all risks to a minimum.