Experiencing eLearning

JULY 16, 2024

My discussion with Joanie was focused on my experiences as a practitioner. You’ll hear her AI voice clone in the introduction. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Joanie Musser about AI in learning and development for the Mindset to Learn podcast. We talked about the tools I actually use like Midjourney and Claude.

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 24, 2023

AI voices While instructional design overall isn’t going to disappear, the voice over field is going to be hit hard. AI voices are much better now than they were even a year ago, and I continue to see new tools and improvements all the time. I know several IDs who are already using primarily or exclusively AI voices.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Most of the time, our discussions related to scenario-based learning. The links below are usually to my blog posts with notes on the questions asked, what we discussed, and additional resources. This includes some discussion of the way feedback is used in branching scenarios, since feedback is an important topic for teachers as well.

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Learnnovators

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This can also mean including diverse voices in training sessionsinviting guest speakers from different backgrounds or sharing stories that highlight varied experiences. Creating safe spaces for open discussions allows employees to share their experiences, insights, and concerns without fear of judgment.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

I’m sharing all of the closed caption tools mentioned in the discussion here because I know other people are also interested. When I work in Storyline, I often use the TTS voices for the alpha version. I got a ton of responses with suggestions for different closed caption tools. Rev.com Rev.com was another popular option.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Artflow has tools for creating character images and videos with automated voices. This uses the Synthesia avatars and voices, with paid options for custom avatars. For example, include in the prompt “a sign that says “Elearning Development,” and that exact text will appear in your image.

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Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

As we discussed in that article, we created Mobisodes to overcome the challenges that our customers were facing when developing Mobile Learning , such as delivery and technical requirements, engagement and consumption issues, and budgetary constraints. For more on what Mobisodes are and why they are useful see this recent article !

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 22, 2022

This is a casual conversation where we’ll discuss tips for designing and developing scenarios. If you have a challenge and want to brainstorm some possible solutions, bring it to this session to discuss. Scenarios Discussion with LDA. You can register for this discussion here. Thursday April 21, 7:30-8:15 AM EDT.

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The eLearning Coach

DECEMBER 9, 2021

A future skill for instructional designers is designing for voice controls. I speak with Myra Roldan about conversation design for the voice user interface (VUI). Think of the possibilities that chatbots and voice interfaces will provide for accessing information for learning and for support in the flow of work.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 9, 2019

One of the recurring themes of this morning buzz discussion was that sometimes we need to push back against marketing. I usually see embedded performance support discussed around software. I don’t do much voice over myself, since I’d much prefer to pay a good voice over professional to do it. Sessions Day 1.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

While some of that was likely deliberately controversial to generate traffic, the discussion raised some important points. Every single time I write a voice over script, I aim for that conversational tone. For purposes of this discussion, anything you do to make your writing easier to understand and more readable improves learning.

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eLearning Industry

OCTOBER 6, 2022

This article explores what a voice-over is and discusses how using voice-overs in eLearning can benefit the learners. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 2, 2024

When should you include voice-over in elearning? This is an update of a post originally based on a discussion from several years ago on eLearning Heroes. In that original discussion, Judith Reymond asked about the research on when or whether audio narration is helpful to adult learners. When is audio narration helpful?

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Rather than using a single narrator for elearning voice over, you can use two narrators having a conversation to deliver content. They can be used to start discussions (either in person or online) or for group work. Threaten punishment for anyone not using storytelling. Offer a small reward for using storytelling. Branching Scenarios.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 11, 2023

Even though this is over 10 years old, the discussion is sadly still relevant. Abby Alepa Useful tools AI Text to Speech: Human-level Voices | LOVO AI This AI voiceover tool has options for adding emotions. Ranting on the Gender Pay Gap in e-Learning An old blog post from Julie Dirksen about the gender pay gap in the elearning field.

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CLO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

In this episode of Voices of CLO, I speak with David Vance, educator, author and member of the Chief Learning Officer Advisory Board, about the 2023 standard for learning and development metrics from the International Organization for Standardization.

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CourseArc

APRIL 19, 2023

A Guest Post by ReadSpeaker The Internet of Voice has arrived, and it’s changing the way we interact with our devices. But TTS isn’t just for fancy new voice computing applications. Then we’ll discuss a few ways businesses can leverage voice technology to achieve mission-critical goals. In 2021, nearly a quarter of U.S.

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Cathy Moore has discussed the cost of eye candy in scenarios. Participants needed to recognize cues in body language and tone of voice. If you want to learn more about how to reduce that time, read my tips for managing the complexity of branching scenarios. Multimedia. How much multimedia do you use in your branching scenario?

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LearnDash

MAY 9, 2024

Build your brand A strong, compelling brand voice can entice folks to check out your site. The best way to build your brand is to be consistent in the voice, tone, and imagery you use to represent your membership. As you build your brand voice, be clear and direct about how you’re different and what value you bring.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 23, 2024

10 guidelines for accessible captions: Readable, accurate, synchronized, length, position, sound, credits, voice changes, speaker identification, and motion with one or two sentences describing each one. While these are described as rules for videos, this applies to other elearning too.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It’s a skill that can be trained and learned, just like writing voice-over scripts or writing multiple-choice questions. The conversation below with “Jacob” is fictionalized, but it’s based on several real discussions I have had on LinkedIn and other platforms.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Organizing content In our discussion, the other ID asked specifically about how I organize content and come up with that outline. I focus on conversational tone and shorter sentences that work better for voice over. I’m more focused on the activities. At this point, I do just start writing. Your writing process?

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LearnDash

MAY 23, 2024

Whether through graphic visual aids, audio elements, hands-on activities, or interactive discussions, incorporating diverse modalities keeps learners actively involved and invested in the learning process. Auditory: Caters to those who learn best through listening, such as podcasts, video instructions, discussions, and webinars.

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Learning Pool

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Held at The Brewery in London, the 16th annual gathering brought together over 200 delegates for a day packed with cutting-edge insights, thought-provoking discussions, and meaningful networking. You can view the session recordings here.

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Learnnovators

AUGUST 16, 2023

In this one, I discuss ideas to bring about and enhance emotional engagement. Below, we’ll discuss some strategies you can employ in specific places in the course to try to maintain their attention. Use active voice, short sentences, and simple terms. A distinct voice. Now you need to keep them interested (a.k.a.

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LearnDash

DECEMBER 13, 2017

The Gutenberg discussion is a convoluted one with many different rabbit holes depending on the venue. Developers discuss it from one angle while end-users view it from a different perspective. Chances are that you have heard of the new Gutenberg editor coming to WordPress core in 2018. I welcome this necessary change.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 19, 2021

The character can voice some of the objections your learners might have, allowing the mentor to address those objections. Here’s an example from a conversation between two doctors discussing the treatment of addiction. Does your audience automatically buy into everything you’re training on the first try?

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LearnDash

JANUARY 29, 2019

For instance, you could set up an online chat room and post times when you’ll be available live to discuss questions with learners, you could offer fifteen-minute calls over Skype to learners who would prefer a video call, or you could offer personal tutoring lessons for an additional price for students who need more time.

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LearnDash

AUGUST 25, 2020

See what results come up, and read what other voices in your niche are talking about. Plenty of people will be supportive, but there are always those who will leverage social to voice complaints, or to try to leave links back to other websites, or who are simply asking incoherent questions. Take the time to respond to comments.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

Discussion Forum. An online platform where learners can create and respond to discussion threads by posting comments. Learning through experience which can be achieved in eLearning via simulations, interactive videos , discussion forums, reflections, branched scenarios, active tasks, and opportunities to apply learning.

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LearnDash

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

It’s also a way to establish who you are in your industry—to find a voice and a perspective that sets you apart from your competition. Blogging is a great way to create content that hits your search terms and draws in a new audience. Furthermore, that blog content can then be share don social media to bring in more traffic.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 2, 2023

In this blog, we’ll discuss 5 inclusive leadership strategies and best practices current and aspiring leaders can follow to succeed in their DE&I initiatives. Active Listening Inclusive leaders listen actively to their team members, ensuring everyone has a voice and is heard.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 30, 2024

Basically, it’s a collaborative problem-solving discussion. and transform it to one of the AI voices. I always start these conversations by asking about challenges people are experiencing with scenarios. Then, I share some of my insights and ask others to share their suggestions.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 1, 2022

In addition to effectively communicating learning objectives, customized eLearning solutions sustain a brand’s distinct voice and contribute to the overall performance improvement of the employees. Organizations must sit with their clients and discuss their pain points. Determine the Problem Areas.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

My next post will discuss options for multimedia with conversation-driven elearning. The character can voice some of the objections your learners might have, allowing the mentor to address those objections. Here’s an example from a conversation between two doctors discussing the treatment of addiction. Learner Challenge.

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IT Training Department Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

There are definitely pros and cons of having an eLearning voice over vs just letting people read it themselves. Then there’s the entirely different yet closely related issue of synthesized voice overs. I won’t promise not to mention AI voice-over again, though. So, should eLearning courses have a voice?

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