If you’re new to creating software training—and even if you’re not!—you might use the terms screencast and software simulation interchangeably. But did you know they’re actually two different...
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How does the ability to provide on-screen hints and feedback in software simulations enhance the learning experience?
Great question traceyprit! On-screen hints and feedback in software simulations give learners timely, contextual guidance while they’re doing the task, which is incredibly powerful for learning. Instead of just memorizing a series of clicks, learners get immediate feedback that helps them understand what they’re doing, why it matters, and how to recover if they make a mistake.
This kind of in-the-moment support reduces guesswork, reinforces correct behavior, and helps learners build confidence in a safe practice environment. As a result, they’re much more likely to retain the information and successfully apply it to their real work (aka in real software/ systems environments), rather than just memorizing steps to get through the training!