This month, members across the community stepped in and tried new things. Missed some of the action? Here’s a look at what had the community buzzing this month, and where you can still jump in.
🌍 Passport Challenge Highlights
The Passport Challenge officially wrapped, and what stood out most wasn’t just the badges but the courage people showed in trying something new.
Together, the community earned 1,600+ badges, but more importantly, we saw new voices, honest reflections, and many “I almost didn’t—but I’m glad I did” moments. Thank you to everyone who participated, cheered others on, and helped make this such a supportive experience. 💛
💡 Participate in the Code Block Build-a-thon
Join us February 2–6 for a weeklong community Build-a-thon focused on creating interactive examples with Rise’s new Code Block. You’ll build at your own pace with prompts, examples, office hours, and a dedicated space to share progress (no coding experience required).
All completed submissions will be featured on the Share Examples page, with community voting the week of February 9.
💬 What Everyone’s Talking About
Looking for an easy way to jump in? These conversations are a great entry point for sharing ideas and learning from others:
- Share Your Production Tips for Working in Rise
Swap tips and shortcuts with fellow Rise creators. - How does your organization support different ways of thinking and working?
A thoughtful discussion led by smous on how neurodivergent perspectives are supported, or overlooked, in learning design. -
Corporate Trainer with No Degree
A candid career question many of us have faced: degree vs portfolio? Add your perspective and help shape the conversation with srobinson71.
🌟 Standout Challenge Entries
These entries span a wide range of experience, from first-time participants to seasoned pros revisiting ideas they’ve been refining.
Share Your 2025 E-Learning Challenge Highlights
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Tarot Card Interaction with JavaScript This demo revisits a past challenge and solves a long-standing problem of non-repeating cards using JavaScript. An example of how persistence, new tools, and steady growth can open doors over time. |
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2025: The Year AI Landed An interactive video portfolio reflecting on how AI reshaped Jonathan's work in 2025. A thoughtful look at how experimenting with new tools can expand creative possibilities. | |
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Winter Survival A first-ever challenge entry exploring performance meters, trigger stacking, and Storyline fundamentals. An example full of meaningful learning moments. |
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2026 Pantone Color of the Year
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Leave 2025 Where It Belongs A serene, color-driven experience, this project invites learners to pause, reset, and explore fresh perspectives for the year ahead. | |
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Your 2026 Plant Personality A fun, color-forward interaction that reveals your plant personality for the year ahead. A playful and lighthearted way to explore how color sets the mood. | |
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2026 Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer |
🎓 Trending Training Webinars
These sessions focus on practical tips you can try right away:
- Quick Tips & Tricks: Episode 120: A walkthrough of recent AI Assistant updates, new AI-powered animations in Storyline, and the latest improvements in Rise.
- From Draft to Done: Writing Made Easy with AI Assistant in Rise: Learn how AI Assistant in Rise can help you draft, refine, and improve course content with less effort. This session shares practical ways to reduce mental load and move from ideas to finished content, without leaving Rise.
📚 Member-Powered Articles
Looking for ideas you can learn from and adapt? These articles share hands-on guidance and career insights grounded in members' real experiences:
- Made by Members: E-Learning & Instructional Design Portfolios
Thinking about building or refreshing your portfolio? These member examples show different ways to tell your story, with practical ideas you can borrow along the way. - Community Insights: What Judy Nollet’s L&D Journey Can Teach You About Growing Your Own Career
This Member Spotlight shares lessons from JudyNollet's decades in L&D, offering perspective on growing alongside new technologies while staying true to the work you enjoy.
💎 Hidden Gems
Sometimes the most helpful moments in the community are easy to miss. Here are a couple worth exploring:
- Stop by the Welcome Center
New members are introducing themselves every day. A quick hello can make a big difference, and it’s one of the easiest ways to jump in. - What’s New in Articulate 360: Q4 2025
Recent product updates inspired by community feedback are live. Take a quick look at what’s new.
✨ If there’s one takeaway this month, it’s this: you don’t have to be an expert to jump in. Try one small thing: join a conversation, explore a build, or share what you’re working on, and let us know how it goes.
