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Week 1 Discussion
KyleNewell-4e9e The audio has been my number one used feature. We used to have a separate subscription to a AI voice platform, and we were able to get rid of it when this launched. Sometimes, I export the audio file and use it to make a video that can be used in the course.
DonielleB Do you use audio in every course? Or, what prompts you to use it versus not?
One reason I don't use it much, is most of my end users work in the field and may have spotty connections or may not have all of the equipment to hear narration. Also, I feel people can naturally read faster at their own pace instead of having to wait on a narrator, which may ultimately lead to frustration.
KyleNewell-4e9e I do use audio in every course. I think it's helpful with engagement. While people can read faster, I think they tend to skim and move rapidly move through content, which doesn't ensure comprehension. I like starting courses off with short videos (I use audio here) and lately I've also been trying to use more of a storytelling format with my content. Audio is a must in this case.
In my view, I’m more inclined to listen to audio during the training as participant, as it gives me a more relaxed experience. It also feels like a welcome break from my normal busy work environment, allowing me to focus on the content.
This is an interesting topic KyleNewell-4e9e and DonielleB. I generally find that people have differing opinions on best practices for using audio in their courses, so I'd love to hear your thoughts on this!
Ultimately, I would argue to do what makes the most sense for the end user (unless there is a legal or regulatory requirement to include it). Due to the reasons I mentioned above, more often than not, having narration in our courses would be a detraction for our users - especially if there is narration throughout the entire course.
