Solid Elements by Haley Hargrove https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av Haley Hargrove en-us 2024-02-29 22:50:11 UTC 2024-03-09 19:19:21 UTC hello@padlet.com https://media0.giphy.com/media/KaW6fNYZf6eSk/giphy.gif What Are The Benefits Of Using Videos In Corporate Training? haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901274348 Most employees are hesitant about taking training courses because of their busy schedules. This is where videos come in. Utilizing educational videos in training provides many perks that help prevent employees from becoming overwhelmed. They help allow them to accomplish goals even with their busy schedules. Videos prevent cognitive overload as they can be broken down into chunks. They allow flexibility in employees' schedules so they can take the training course when ready.

]]> 2024-02-29 23:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901274348 The Power Of Video: How Video-Based Learning Is Transforming Learning And Development haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901275107 There are video many training formats that training programs can utilize to create quality educational videos:

  • Animated Explainers

  • Presenter Videos

  • Screencasts

  • Demonstration Videos

  • Live-Action Explainers

  • Interactive Videos

  • WhiteBoard Videos

  • Kinetic Text-Based Videos

Videos have some strengths and weaknesses. Videos are very engaging in many ways. They elicit emotions through stories, which makes the learning experience memorable. Videos allow people to stop, start, and review. Videos are also great for tutorials because they can teach skills step-by-step.

However, there are some downfalls to educational videos. Creating videos requires skill, time, effort, and even cost. Creating videos involves trial and error, and that takes time, too. 

]]> 2024-02-29 23:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901275107 What is Educational Video Production? How and why it works. haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901276192 It is important to design educational videos with careful and precise planning. Videos require attention to detail and proper design to keep learners engaged and help them retain information. Videos have been used to incorporate interactives, scenarios, and microlearning to train employees. Educational videos are known to increase engagement and conversations and provide better accessibility.

]]> 2024-02-29 23:21:59 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901276192 4 Ways Articulate 360 Empowers Your Course Creation Process haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901277900 Articulate 360 is a software tool that many educators and instructional designers use to help teach courses. Articulate 360 provides several tools, which include Storyline 360, Rise 360, Studio 360, Peek 360, and Replay 360. These tools are used to create interactive e-learning and software simulations, responsive courses, and screencast. These tools offer flexibility and customization to meet training or learning needs.

]]> 2024-02-29 23:25:00 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901277900 Pros and Cons of Using Camtasia for Training Videos haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901279247 Camtasia is a software that offers many tools to edit and improve videos as quickly and efficiently as possible. The setup of Camtasia is easy to learn but also provides many editing tools that allow creativity and customization. Camtasia is great for screen-casting because the editor can customize the cursor effects and add shapes to get the point across. Camtasia allows cutting clips and adding pictures, voice-overs, background music, and other tools. However, Camtasia has a few downfalls, including crashes, bugs, and export issues.

]]> 2024-02-29 23:27:21 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2901279247 Rapid eLearning Authoring Tools: 7 Benefits for eLearning Professionals haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903041582 Rapid eLearning authoring tools are a type of media design that allows educators to design beneficial eLearning experiences. It helps create a more engaging and interactive learning experience for learners. There are so many reasons why educators should invest in rapid eLearning authoring tools:

  • Repurposes and improves existing learning content

  • Allows everyone to create good quality eLearning content

  • Offers flexibility in delivering content (via phone, laptop, tablet, etc)

  • Saves time

  • Saves money

]]> 2024-03-03 03:14:40 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903041582 The Useful Benefits of Screen Recording haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903042183 A screen recorder is a great tool that can be used to capture what is being displayed on the screen. It can be used to record video calls and conferences for those who cannot make it but want to watch it later. It also helps make explaining digital skills easier because it provides a visual aspect for learners to see and follow. Last but not least, it is great for tutorials or how-to videos.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903042183 The Do's and Don'ts of Screen Recording: Avoiding Common Mistakes haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903042471 Screen recording is a very beneficial tool to educate learners. However, it can do more damage than good if not used carefully. This article covers the dos and don'ts of screen recording to help educators avoid making common mistakes. 


Dos:

  • Plan how you want to create your video. Write a script to know what to say in the correct order.

  • Before you start recording, test out your equipment first to avoid restarting the whole thing because something wasn't turned on or working properly

  • Make sure that the audio is producing high-quality sounds

  • Make sure to use cursor tools and highlighting or annotating tools to help viewers easily understand and follow the video


Don'ts

  • Avoid background noises such as sirens and dogs barking during recording

  • Avoid rambling off-topic 

  • Always make sure that software and drivers are up to date to avoid crashes and complications

  • Create chunks in lengthy videos to avoid fatigue and cognitive overload.

  • Always edit the video to avoid overlooking mistakes and other imperfections 

]]> 2024-03-03 03:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903042471 How to Make Training Videos that are Effective and Engaging haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903043104 Training videos deliver educational content that teaches information and skills for trainees to learn. Training videos are also called tutorial videos. Training videos offer a more engaging experience for learners than textbooks and articles because they provide visuals and sounds to engage them. There are several types of training videos, including instructor-led, screen capture, how-to, animated, user-created, and interactive videos. Training videos provide so many different modalities to help meet various learning needs and learning styles. It is important to include annotations, text, graphics, and pictures to engage learners and help them easily follow the video.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903043104 The Advantages of File Sharing: Why It Matters haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903044349 File sharing is a beneficial collaboration tool that allows multiple users to access and edit the same document simultaneously. It improves time management, teamwork, and real-time collaboration anytime and anywhere. It is flexible and accessible for teams who are working together but are not able to be in the same place.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:24:44 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903044349 Best Project Management Software and Tools of 2024 haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903045367 File-sharing software is often used for project management for various reasons. It offers a place for storing files and allows multiple people to access and edit the same file simultaneously. It improves communication and collaboration within the team, especially when they cannot meet in the same place and time. 

The top three best software include:

  1. Monday

  2. Smartsheet

  3. ClickUp

]]> 2024-03-03 03:28:31 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903045367 Importance of Online File Sharing and Collaboration for Firms haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046144 All organizations require teamwork and tools to keep moving forward and accomplish projects and goals. It is crucial to easily share files, collaborate, and communicate as effortlessly as possible when working as a team. Otherwise, it will be time-consuming and will likely never get things done. Online file-sharing improves everything mentioned because it allows the team to work on projects anywhere and anytime without many interruptions simultaneously. It saves time and money and enhances the quality of projects without much effort.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046144 How Does Kahoot Help Students haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046513 Kahoot is a powerful learning tool for various scenarios. It is great for collaborative learning, where learners work as a team to solve problems and answer questions. It helps promote critical thinking and collaboration and offers feedback, which makes the learning experience more engaging.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046513 Quizlet: How to Teach With it haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046672 Quizlet is a software that offers tools that help make learning more engaging. Quizlet offers gaming platforms to help make studying more engaging. It also provides tools for teachers to use in the classroom. It can be used to examine what areas students need to work on.

Quizlet is a great tool for students because it allows them to create flash cards, practice testing, and play learning games.

]]> 2024-03-03 03:33:26 UTC https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046672 10 Best Quiz Maker Software for Training and Fun haleyhargrove777 https://padlet.com/haleyhargrove777/9hd9uxq6yt4zj2av/wish/2903046934 Online quizzing is often used to encourage employee engagement and learning. There has been a significant growth in online quizzing among schools and training sessions in corporations. It is also important to understand that online quizzes must be created according to what is relevant to the subject being taught. To make quizzes engaging, they must offer different types of Q&A, such as drag & drop, multiple choice, and matching. Quizzes must include feedback on how the learner is performing. This will help the quiz interaction feel more personal. 


Some of the best quiz makers include:

  • iSpring QuizMaker

  • Respondus 4.0

  • Typeform

  • Schoolhouse Test

  • Class Marker

  • H5P

  • Flexi Quiz

  • Examsoft

  • Quiz Faber

  • Hot Potatoes

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