eLearning Weekly

OCTOBER 9, 2009

Bottom line, the sheer size of the files was too much to handle. Cognitive psychology ran smack into the hard wall of file size. To develop multimedia elearning that succeeds, juggle image, sound and text without creating long load times. The lesson? Remove Redundancy. 3 – Extreme Makeover Elearning Edition.

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LearnUpon

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Do you find that the file sizes of your courses are huge? To overcome this you need to reduce the size of the mixed media elements within your courses. One quick way to achieve this is to use image compression to reduce the size of the images you are using. . Compressing images reduces the file size of an image.

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Kapp Notes

AUGUST 22, 2011

Why did you decide to create this application? It seemed appropriate for performance support and it keeps the file size small, as this is a native app. Also, I plan to add more examples and possibly a few diagrams where needed, if it won’t bloat the file size. Using the application to search for ID categories.

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Infopro Learning

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Infopro Learning created the mobisode to solve the biggest challenges faced by our customers and create a simple solution for mobile learning (mlearning, m-learning). Fox created 24 one-minute videos to be watched on viewers mobile phones before the television episodes as a teaser. Why We Made Mobisodes.

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TechSmith Camtasia

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Not All PNG Compressors Are Created Equal. The image on the right is less than 1/2 the size of the original image on the left. Optimizing the PNG's in the Camtasia Relay PC recorder resulted in a ~7% (302KB) file-size reduction. But know that file size isn't the only thing affected. Don't believe me?

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 1, 2008

Don’t Go Crazy Trying to Create an Award Winning Course. You’ll learn basic design principles and how to organize the content on your screen to create more visual impact. Create a simple 10 slide PowerPoint file. Question, how do you create a simple presentation like what you did with the car.

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Hurix Digital

MARCH 28, 2025

Front-end development is all about creating the visible parts of websites and applications that users directly interact with. Creating Front End Framework Front-end developers also play a crucial role in creating front-end frameworks in modern web development. Lets get exploring! Table of Contents: Who are Front-End Developers?

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

MARCH 23, 2010

Keep file sizes relatively small. Be mindful of how many images you use and their sizes. Not only does audio make file sizes larger, but it will often be a wasted addition. Now I'd like to take a brief look at a few technical aspects to keep in mind when developing mLearning. Minimize the use of audio.

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LearnDash

AUGUST 11, 2020

First of all, the file type you choose matters. PNG images will have larger file sizes, so avoid those if possible, and only use them where they will really count. In general, JPG images will be smaller files, because of how they handle image data. But how do you do that?

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 11, 2009

Jane Bozarth : Better than Bullet Points: Creating Engaging eLearning with PowerPoint. Creating asynchronous instruction. put it into context (create a story around it – example: A. Other tips: Insert photos instead of cutting and pasting them – smaller file sizes! Session hosted by Training Magazine. Not PPT 101.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

However, if you can trim the lesson down to 2-3 minutes of playtime, you'll save on SWF file size. Avoid FMRs Full Motion Recordings (FMRs) are videos created by Captivate when you drag your mouse during the recording process. More, but smaller lessons are better than fewer, larger lessons.

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Tony Karrer

AUGUST 27, 2009

Question from a reader, hoping you can provide your thoughts: I am in the process of selecting an elearning tool that is easy to use, quick to create the demos and does not bloat the file size much. I want to create some online videos that will be a total of about 6-7 hours and upload them on my site.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

APRIL 27, 2012

by AJ George    When creating PowerPoint presentations and moving them from one computer to another, one area of concern is fonts. Fonts with file names ending in.ttf (whether TrueType or OpenType) contain TrueType font data and can be embedded. All embedding licenses are not created equal.   Good chance?

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Hurix Digital

APRIL 24, 2025

By creating a consistent and professional digital presence across various platforms and devices, authors and publishers improve their brand identity, thus reaching an audience wider than ever. File Size Optimization Converting a PDF to an eBook requires carefully balancing file size and quality.

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eFront

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

You’ll just have to make a few adjustments here and there, and in this blog post we’ll tell you all you need to know about creating tablet compatible courses. Size matters. And of course follow the UI guidelines of your platform (iOS, Android etc), regarding sizes, supported web controls, etc. and touch-ready.

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 11, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 Jane Bozarth: Better than Bullet Points Jane Bozarth : Better than Bullet Points: Creating Engaging eLearning with PowerPoint. Creating asynchronous instruction. put it into context (create a story around it – example: A. Creating Social Presence in Online Classroom (ID. Not PPT 101.

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mLearning Revolution

JULY 2, 2012

Perhaps this is why in eLearning we have always gravitated toward using tools that publish learning in the Adobe Flash format in order to create engaging desktop experiences. Here’s the link to our version of this flipped video, created using Camtasia Studio 8: [link]. Quizzes and Hotspots in Video.

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Wizcabin

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

While some experts can use videos to create engaging e-learning effectively, some aren’t so good at it. Structure your information into bite-sized chunks. Create a good storyboard. Creating a good storyboard will assist you to see how every part of your video will look. Determine your video objectives.

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Trivantis

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Take the time to create your own images if your budget allows, or really search through stock photo sites to find the best image. Clipart photos are tempting because they generally have a small file size, but they also don’t resonate as much as real photos do. This is especially important if you are creating mobile courses.

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TechSmith Camtasia

JULY 19, 2021

It gives you much smaller file sizes with minimal quality loss. In order to compress a video, your file must also have a corresponding codec. The codec of your original video file is often determined by your camera or screen recorder, which you may or may not have control over in your camera settings. Preset outputs.

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Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Some people asked how I created the animated.gifs similar to the ones I gave away for free in this recent blog post. So today I’ll share a simple way to create them. There are a number of tools to create animated.gifs. The more visual information on the screen, the larger the file size.

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Rapid eLearning

MAY 7, 2019

Here’s a demo I created using Rise and the Process Interaction. Animated Gifs: Create a Procedural Video. There are a few things you can do to decrease the file size of the animated.gifs: Scale the video down from it’s original resolution. In this case 1920 x 1080 will be sized down to 500 x 281.

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TechSmith Camtasia

MARCH 18, 2022

Whether you want to build user documentation, give a presentation, or create a website, high-quality, appropriately-sized images will help you demonstrate competence and build trust with your audience. What is the difference between image size and image file size? An image’s file size is measured in bytes.

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LearnUpon

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

An eLearning content authoring tool is a software package which content developers use to create and package eLearning course content using SCORM or xAPI standards. In LearnUpon, a content library is a repository of reusable content, like videos, documents, question pools, SCORM and xAPI (Tin Can) files, from which a course can be created.

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eLearning Cyclops

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

I am currently creating a course and as usual it involves numerous development tools. I am developing these in Captivate, which in my opinion is the best out there for creating software sims. Keeping these in a separate folder and launched as individual SWFs will also help keep the file size and load time down.

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Paradiso

APRIL 9, 2023

In today’s digital world, Content authoring tools play a crucial role in creating and publishing digital Content. Content authoring tools are software programs that allow users to create, edit, and publish digital Content such as articles, blogs, videos, images, and audio.

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eLearning Brothers

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Rather than copying them directly into the Lectora AWT file, images are automatically copied into an “images” folder, the audio or video into the “media” folder and other files such as PDFs or DOCs to the “extern” folder. Let me show you three quick file naming tips I prefer: 1. Use a Simple Naming Convention.

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ICS Learning

JANUARY 20, 2016

Realistically, we understand that not all organizations have the budget or the timeframe for creating a professionally edited video (these can be costly and time-consuming). Thanks to popular video sharing sites like YouTube and Vimeo, using real “in house” footage is now a viable, affordable alternative.

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Trivantis

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

If you present them with an off-the-shelf course created by a company in New England, for example, they’re probably not going to be able to connect with the characters or any location specific references used. Take a look at this helpful post by the ELearning Brothers on decreasing file size without losing image quality.

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Hurix Digital

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you are looking for a step-by-step guide on how to create these eBooks, then this blog is for you. Also Read: 7 Best eBook Conversion Tools that are Compatible with Multiple Formats A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating an Interactive eBook Let’s begin by getting one thing out of the way. That said, let’s get started: 1.

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learnWorlds

MAY 30, 2019

Create an Online Course with Learnworlds. A guide on how to create courses that rock! Learn how best to create a course that sells! Shorter video file size also means faster loading time and less buffering for your students. A good compression software can lower the size of a video by half. Sign up now.

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Knowledge Guru

JANUARY 26, 2017

The Knowledge Guru Drive authoring tool allows you to create a Drive game that’s unique to your organization by customizing it with names, logos, registration fields, etc. This article focuses on the look and feel of your Drive game and explains the steps to create a unique Drive experience for your learners. Customize Your Drive Game.

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TechSmith Camtasia

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I'm always amazed at the screencasts I see Camtasia users create. By escaping their daily grind, they were able to create a product, SQL Search , for use searching SQL Server databases. And, you're in for a treat with this week's Screencast of the Week! This video is just a little different. in a good way for many reasons!

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BrightCarbon

JANUARY 13, 2025

Fortunately, weve written a detailed blog post on how to create PowerPoint templates that will walk you through the process step-by-step. If PowerPoint thinks that there isnt a matching layout then it will create a new layout in the slide master. Images in the master can bump up the file size making decks harder to work in and share.

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CourseArc

JUNE 17, 2016

Use PowerPoint to create graphics – There are many different tools that can be used to create and edit graphics; however, there is no need to invest in expensive software when, in many cases, PowerPoint can be just as powerful. If the transparent image is needed, then PNGs should be used.

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TechSmith Camtasia

JANUARY 9, 2018

With today’s technology, the possibilities on personal computers and mobile devices seem to be endless, allowing us to create videos that grab the attention of an audience within seconds. However, be aware that the higher the bit rate, the larger the file size.

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Association eLearning

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

If a series of screen caps are used to simulate the system they should all be the same resolution, same file type, and in the same position on the course’s screen. Having lots of images or videos in a course, like screen caps or recorded walkthroughs, increases the file size. Opportunities. Want to continue the conversation?

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