E-Learning Storyboard Examples #251: Challenge | Recap
Whether you prefer scripts, blueprints, or rapid prototypes, chances are you’re using some type of storyboard to plan and organize you...
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I've attached the storyboard we use with clients. I find that often clients and SMEs are not very familiar with using a storyboard, so I think simple works well. I think showing color scheme, iconography, graphic style, and theme are helpful for the client, but content more important for SMEs.
I have to admit that I don't always use a storyboard, but I do find that when I complete one, the development process seems to go much faster!
1) How do you define scripting, storyboarding, and prototyping? Which method do you prefer?
For me, scripting is all of the text and/or narration needed for the project. If there is voiceover, I usually include that in the storyboard, but also as a separate file for the VO artist. Storyboarding is a working visual of what the project will look like and should include descriptions of interactivity. I consider prototyping to be a rough draft of the project developed in the authoring tool. It depends on the client how much of the content is used. This is usually nice to have if there are more complex interactions so the client can see how they work.
2) Do you use different types of storyboards? When do you use each?
I really only use the basic style of our template. If I am doing the storyboard for another developer, I will try to be very specific, however, if it's just for myself, I only detail as much as required for the client.
3) How do you storyboard interactivity?
I will try to explain completely what the interaction will look like, how the user will interact with it, and what will occur. If possible, I try to include all icons, button, etc. As mentioned earlier, I find it nice to do a quick prototype of more complex interactions for the client to see how they work.
4) What are your top three storyboard tips for new course creators?
-Consider your client and how much detail they are going to want to see
-Explain to the client how to use the storyboard and how to provide feedback
-Fleshing out ideas in a storyboard may take time in the beginning, but will save you time on the back end!
http://elearning.adroitt.com/eLearning_Challenges/Storyboard_Template/StoryboardTemplate.pptx
I have to admit that I don't always use a storyboard, but I do find that when I complete one, the development process seems to go much faster!
1) How do you define scripting, storyboarding, and prototyping? Which method do you prefer?
For me, scripting is all of the text and/or narration needed for the project. If there is voiceover, I usually include that in the storyboard, but also as a separate file for the VO artist. Storyboarding is a working visual of what the project will look like and should include descriptions of interactivity. I consider prototyping to be a rough draft of the project developed in the authoring tool. It depends on the client how much of the content is used. This is usually nice to have if there are more complex interactions so the client can see how they work.
2) Do you use different types of storyboards? When do you use each?
I really only use the basic style of our template. If I am doing the storyboard for another developer, I will try to be very specific, however, if it's just for myself, I only detail as much as required for the client.
3) How do you storyboard interactivity?
I will try to explain completely what the interaction will look like, how the user will interact with it, and what will occur. If possible, I try to include all icons, button, etc. As mentioned earlier, I find it nice to do a quick prototype of more complex interactions for the client to see how they work.
4) What are your top three storyboard tips for new course creators?
-Consider your client and how much detail they are going to want to see
-Explain to the client how to use the storyboard and how to provide feedback
-Fleshing out ideas in a storyboard may take time in the beginning, but will save you time on the back end!
http://elearning.adroitt.com/eLearning_Challenges/Storyboard_Template/StoryboardTemplate.pptx