Comparative information - how to present in e-learning?
Feb 19, 2013
Hi All,
I have been handed 165 PPT slides from my SME to convert to e-learning. The topic is "Preparing a compliation file". In one section there is a comparison titled "Key differences between audit, review and compilation engagements". There are 8 areas of comparison and this information has been presented in a table format which. needless to say, is a bit cumbersome to read through not to mention to try and create audio for.
Has anyone had experience presenting comparative information in Storyline or Studio? (I'm using Storyline but can always convert). I'd like to make this more interesting and interactive if at all possible.
I've left and come back to these 2 slides a number of times and seem to have a bit of a mental block!
Thanks,
Jan
8 Replies
Hi Jan,
If the information/data is appropriate - have you thought about the "infographics" route - a great way to "compare" things?
Alternatively - you could always try a version of this, perhaps mix these two?
Bruce
Hi Jan,
If it's the design you are having trouble visualising, I usually draw inspiration from web design examples.
In this case, I would suggest using A. zebra tables or B. something like this if you want to get really fancy or C. this...
Hope it helps,
Alex
Bruce beat me to it.
Such is the way of the World Alex, such is the way of the World...........
Bruce
You and your one-liners... It's almost unfair...
Hi Alex and Bruce,
Yes, it's the design I'm struggling with the most. These are great suggestions Alex. Thank you!
Jan
Hi Jan,
Your topic sounds interesting (and confusing)...
I think it's important that you keep it interactive. I think if you are presenting a lot of comparative/contrasting information, the learner will want to be able to click between each of the topics multiple time to view the similarities/differences. You could do a simple tabbed interaction (one tab for each of your topics: audit, review and compliation engagments) and present the information for each. This allows the learner to see each individual item, but also, click between them to see the differences.
It really depends on how much information you need to present for each item. If you are able to keep the content short ans sweet, this may be a good option.
Good luck! Tim
Hi Tim,
I like the tabs idea and I agree, it is confusing!
Thanks for your suggestion.
Isn't it true that when you're too close to the information you miss the obvious!
Jan
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