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Have you ever built a course in Rise 360 and realized, later on, that some of the content in one lesson would work great in a different lesson? Or maybe you want to reuse the same content structure? I’ve been there! Luckily, it’s super easy to copy blocks from one Rise lesson to another, thanks to the blocks template feature. Here’s how it works. 1. Open the Blocks Library The first thing you’ll want to do is navigate to the lesson that contains the block you want to copy and open up the block library. You can do that either by clicking the plus sign (+) between two blocks … … or by clicking All Blocks in the blocks shortcut bar. 2. Create a New Template Next, select the templates tab in the block library and click the New Template button. 3. Select the Blocks to Copy Then, select the block or blocks you want to copy by clicking the checkmark for each one. 4. Save Your Template Next, click Save, name your template, and click Save once again. 5. Insert Your Template Finally, navigate to the lesson where you’d like your copied block to go, open up the blocks library, and select your template. Wrap-Up Et voilà! It’s that easy. With blocks templates, you can copy blocks from one lesson to another within the same course and copy blocks to lessons in other courses; you can even share your blocks with members of your team if you have an Articulate 360 Teams subscription. It’s super handy! Want to try block templates out, but don’t have Rise 360? Start a free 30-day trial of Articulate 360. And subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest e-learning inspiration and insights directly in your inbox. You can also find us on LinkedIn and X (Formerly Twitter).7.8KViews4likes32CommentsRedesign of 1912 Exam for E-Learning
This is my first submission for the E-Learning Challenge. I thought it would be fun to combine the two eras together with a light touch of comedy. Since I am new to this, I am not sure if my example made it into the comments. I posted a comment, but it says "Comments have been turned off for this post." Even if it is not submitted for the challenge, please, check out my creation: Bullitt County ExamSolvedAccelerate Course Creation with AI Assistant
Create courses in minutes instead of days with AI Assistant, a powerful AI information and automation tool. Seamlessly integrated into Articulate 360 apps, AI Assistant is designed to supercharge your course development process. As your new partner in course creation, AI Assistant unlocks creativity and boosts productivity. You remain in control throughout the process—from outlining and drafting to iterating and refining—while creating high-quality content faster than ever. Explore the articles below to learn how to use AI Assistant, find answers to frequently asked questions, and discover tips and best practices to unlock this tool’s full potential. Rise 360 User Guides Rise 360: Get Started with AI Assistant Rise 360: Create Content with AI Assistant AI Assistant in Rise 360: AI-Generated Text-to-Speech AI Assistant in Rise 360: AI Course Drafts AI Assistant in Rise 360: AI-Generated Captions AI Assistant in Rise 360: Importing Questions to Create a Quiz AI Assistant in Rise 360: Creating Lessons From Imported Documents Storyline 360 User Guides Storyline 360: Get Started with AI Assistant Storyline 360: Create Content with AI Assistant AI Assistant in Storyline 360: Voice Library AI Assistant in Storyline 360: AI-Generated Alt Text Suggestion AI Assistant in Storyline 360: AI-Generated Captions AI Assistant in Storyline 360: AI JavaScript Entrance Animations AI Assistant in Storyline 360: AI-Generated Built-in Animations AI Assistant in Storyline 360: Generate Theme Colors AI Assistant in Storyline 360: Creating JavaScript Interactions AI Assistant in Storyline 360: Syncing Slide Elements With Audio AI Assistant in Storyline 360: Modifying Question-level Settings Tips and Best Practices AI Assistant: Essential Tips to Unlock its Full Potential Content Library 360 and AI Assistant: Boost Visual Interest with Stock or AI-Generated Images Storyline 360: Enrich Audio Narrations with Classic or AI-Generated Text-to-Speech FAQs Articulate 360 FAQs: AI Assistant26KViews7likes0CommentsHow to Decide Which Articulate 360 App to Use for Screen Recording
We're ending support for Studio 360, Replay 360, and Peek 360 on December 31, 2026. Learn more. Since software training is one of the most common types of e-learning, it’s no surprise that Articulate 360 includes not one, not two, but three apps with screen recording features. Each of these apps has a unique feature set and is specifically designed for a different purpose. If you’re wondering which app to use for your project, you’re in the right place! Keep reading to learn more about how screen recording differs in Peek 360, Replay 360, and Storyline 360 and the types of projects best suited for each. Peek 360 Peek 360 is a lightweight app that works natively on both Macs and PCs and lives in your menu bar or system tray, so it’s always just a click away. Once you’ve recorded your screen, it automatically uploads to Review 360, generating a shareable link. You can also download the .MP4 file and insert the video into your Rise 360 or Storyline 360 courses or export it for LMS to use it as a stand-alone asset. Since Peek 360 doesn’t have editing capabilities, it’s best for recording short screencasts to share with team members on the fly or to insert into your courses as is. Check out our tutorials and user guide for more details on how to create and distribute screencasts with Peek 360. Replay 360 If you’re looking to create a longer screencast that could require some editing, Replay 360 might be a better choice. In addition to some lightweight editing options, this Windows-compatible desktop app allows you to record your screen and your webcam simultaneously, creating a cool picture-in-picture effect. You can also insert images, video clips, and lower thirds, making it easy to create a polished tutorial video that you can use on its own or insert into your Rise 360 or Storyline 360 course. For more information on Replay 360, check out our tutorials and user guide. Storyline 360 Storyline 360 also allows you to record your screen, but unlike Peek 360 and Replay 360, that’s not its sole purpose. Storyline 360 is a full-fledged authoring app that not only lets you record screencasts and build software simulations but also lets you add custom interactions, quizzes, and much more. This makes Storyline 360 the ideal choice when you want your software training to be interactive. It’s also a great option if you want to overlay text or objects—like arrows or highlight zones—on top of your video. Storyline 360 has some editing capabilities, allowing you to make adjustments to your recording after the fact. You can also easily add subtitles to your screencast—and your entire course—directly in Storyline 360, which is great for accessibility. When you’re done, you can publish to video, web, or LMS. If you want to take a closer look at the screen recording feature in Storyline 360, check out this tutorial or head on over to the user guide. The Bottom Line Peek 360, Replay 360, and Storyline 360 are all great options for recording your screen. Which app you use depends on your project requirements. If you need to record a screencast super-fast, Peek 360 is the way to go. When you want to edit your screencast or record your webcam along with it, go with Replay 360. And when you want to create an interactive software simulation, overlay additional content, or add subtitles to your screen recording, opt for Storyline 360. To make it super-easy to compare the feature-sets of the different apps, I pulled together this quick-reference guide: Peek 360 Replay 360 Storyline 360 Work natively on Macs X Work natively on PCs X X X Record screen X X X Record mic audio X X X Record webcam X X* Edit recording X X Add interactivity X Add closed captions X Publish to video (.MP4) X X X Publish for LMS X** X** X Publish to Review 360 X X X Once you’ve decided which app to use, you might be wondering how to start building your software training. Here’s an article that’ll help you get off on the right foot: Follow This Process to Create Software Simulations and Systems Training Like a Pro. Want to try out these apps, but don’t have Articulate 360? Start a free 30-day trial. And subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest product updates, e-learning examples, and expert advice directly in your inbox. *Webcam recording must be done separately from screen recording **Publish FoR LMS via Review 3601.4KViews0likes2Comments5 Reasons It’s Easy to Record Screencasts with Peek
We're ending support for Studio 360, Replay 360, and Peek 360 on December 31, 2026. Learn more. Adding screencasts to your e-learning course is a great way to show people how to do something instead of just telling them. You can use screencasts in your e-learning courses, but also to simplify other aspects of your work. Here are just a few examples of use cases: Train internal staff on a new tool or process. Explain something to an external contractor or client. Demonstrate a complex issue that comes up during the course review process. I love that with Peek I now have an easy way to record screencasts from my Mac or my PC. What makes it so easy? Let’s have a look. 1. Access Peek Easily via the Menu Bar One of the things I love about Peek is that it’s always just a click away. It lives in the menu bar on your Mac or in the systems tray on your PC, so it’s always available when you need it. 2. Easily Select the Recording Zone When you record a screencast with Peek, all you have to do is select the application on your computer that you’d like to record. Peek then automatically selects that area of the screen. Of course, you can always resize the recording frame if you’d like to include multiple applications. Just drag the corners of the frame with your mouse. 3. Record Audio and Video Simultaneously With Peek, you can also record narration at the same time you’re recording any on-screen actions using your computer’s mic. That way, you don’t have to sync the audio with the video! 4. Share Your Screencasts in One Click Once you’ve recorded your screen and narration, you can upload it to Articulate 360 with just one click. Peek will automatically copy the URL to your clipboard so you can easily share it however you’d like! Once you’ve uploaded your video to Articulate 360, you can also easily collect in-context feedback from stakeholders with Articulate Review, add it to a course, or create a SCORM-compliant package for your learning management system. 5. Access All Recordings in an Instant Another great thing about Peek is that all your previous recordings are saved in the Peek app. You can easily go back to the app to grab the links to those recordings, as needed. More Resources With Peek, creating great screencasts is quicker and easier than ever, giving you back time in your day to focus on the course design—instead of fussing with over-complicated tools. To learn more about using Peek, check out this overview and this Getting Started with Peek tutorial.149Views0likes0CommentsBring Courses to Life with Characters from Content Library 360
Characters are one of the most commonly used elements of e-learning courses. Whether you’re trying to craft a meaningful narrative or make your content more relatable for learners, characters are a great way to bring your content to life. Luckily, thanks to Content Library 360, you have a diverse assortment of 100+ illustrated and photographic characters at your fingertips. Choose from 100,000+ combinations of characters, expressions, and poses. With a wide range of industries and professions to choose from, you’ll have endless ways to show learners how your content applies to them. And with Content Library 360 integrated into Articulate 360, you can bring a sense of personality to your courses without slowing down your workflow! Let’s take a look at the characters available in Content Library 360: Photographic Illustrated — Modern Characters Illustrated — Classic Characters Photographic Characters Each character has 100+ poses. Thomas (3 outfits) Friendly and professional, Thomas fits any business setting. Sarah (3 outfits) Sarah is a cheerful choice for leading learners through a variety of topics. Aliyah (3 outfits) Choose Aliyah when you need a poised young professional who knows how to get the job done. Renita Renita’s dressed for success as a young professional or customer service rep. Craig Choose Craig to showcase safety protocols on your construction site. Robert Choose Robert when your training needs a friendly face. Amira Meet Amira, a polished woman who’s ideal for most business settings. Michele Select Michele to lead learners through safety and construction scenes. Liz Liz’s kind look is ideal for customer service, healthcare, and more. Glenn Choose Glenn when you want to add a polished executive to your course. DeShaun Deshaun’s a versatile young professional perfect for business settings. Shafer Outgoing and motivating, Shafer is perfect for most business settings. Joseph A charismatic coach or mentor for sports and health-related topics. Isabel A poised character to guide learners through courses on medicine and science. Bradley Bradley’s kind expressions make him an approachable guide for medical courses. Vicki A cheerful-looking call center employee who’s great for customer service courses. Antonio Antonio makes a perfect guide for international business courses. Maria Maria is a young, sharp-looking female EMT for medical courses. Kayla With all her gear on, Kayla is prepped for your safety courses. Mitchell Mitchell radiates the warmth and energy of a caring customer service pro. Lange Lange is the perfect energetic businessman for leadership courses. Mary Choose Mary to guide your learners through customer service training. Valeria An upbeat, young character with a casual look for a variety of courses. Andres Outfitted in an EMT uniform, Andres is ready to lead in medical courses. Carlos Provide learners with a relatable guide in casual workplace courses. Ginnie Friendly-looking older woman in colorful attire for challenging topics. Emily Emily is a laid-back character who’s perfect for many types of courses. Paulina Paulina is an energetic guide for learners in medical and dental fields. Gail A dynamic professional character for courses set in a modern workplace. William An authoritative, professional character for health and science courses. Shelia Sheila is a well-dressed young professional who radiates confidence. Nora This sporty middle-aged woman is the perfect coach for health courses. Jet Jet’s casual style and friendly face make him a versatile character. Gianna This stylish businesswoman is great for corporate training. Brandon The perfect casual character for a wide range of everyday scenarios. Alberto This cheerful man in workwear is great for office training courses. Quan This bright young man in workwear is perfect for industrial scenarios. Laura A great character for customer service courses. Includes headset shots. Atsumi This recognizable character’s fun expressions make her a fan favorite. Al A confident, gray-haired gentleman well-suited for leadership training. Caesar Let this affable doctor help learners make healthy choices. Tonya This cheerful character is perfect for health and wellness training. Nicky Nicky’s style and piercing looks make her a go-to manager character. Tony With his hard hat and safety goggles, Tony’s ready to work. Paula Use this woman in workwear for casual scenarios or industrial courses. Nerijus Nerijus has the look of a sharp young businessman on his way to the top. Marie Mature woman in professional attire is great for courses of any type. Lorraine Cheerful doctor in scrubs and lab coat ideal for health-conscious courses. Jonathan This older man in a headset works great in customer support courses. Javier This casual, older male character works well in any kind of course. James Customer service professional in workplace attire. Includes headset. Jake The perfect worker for industry courses. Includes safety hat and vest. Harriet This regal businesswoman in conservative garb is great for leadership training. Cort Cort is a male nurse character ready to help learners tackle health topics. Rosie Meet Rosie, a stylish young businesswoman for any type of course. Rhonda Encouraging, enthusiastic office worker for corporate training courses. Chris A mature businessman with a lot of personality for workplace courses. Paul Paul is a kind-looking man who’s great for customer service courses. Edwin Edwin is a casual character with kind expressions and a warm smile. Sonee Prim and proper, Sonee is a great seasoned character for workplace training. Jeremy Jeremy’s casual attire and laid-back attitude help him fit in anywhere. Christy Use this energetic businesswoman to give learners the inside scoop. Dave Playful and creative, Dave works well in any workplace course. Nicole Nicole’s gregarious vibe makes her a great character for sales courses. Christian Kind and sincere, Christian is a good pick for corporate training. Ron Approachable middle-aged professional perfect for workplace training. Anton This casual character is perfect for a wide variety of course topics. Andrea Cheerful female worker for industrial or construction site training. Brian A character whose warmth and charisma are great for workplace courses. Christine This serious blonde woman is a perfect partner for challenging courses. Ammon This affable chap can add friendliness and cheer to any type of course. Terri A middle-aged woman for customer service training. Includes headset. Alice A pleasant woman in office attire wearing a hard hat and safety goggles. Sukiyo A seasoned executive who’s perfect for scenarios in office settings. More coming soon! Illustrated — Modern Characters Each character has 300+ pose combinations. Liana Wearing an oversized blazer, Liana fits well in modern, professional settings. Alexis Dressed comfortably, Alexis is ready for casual and work-from-home scenarios. Simon Simon is a casual character ready for situations requiring an apron. Nadiya Dressed in professional attire, Nadiya is a great fit for business settings. Joshua Joshua stays safe with personal protective equipment and a high-visibility jacket. Haley Wearing a hard hat, vest, and work boots, ready for many industries. Sebastian A seasoned industry worker wearing personal protective equipment. Chloe Chloe is perfect for cafe, retail, or casual dining settings. Theresa Wearing nurses’ scrubs, Theresa fits right into medical settings. Shanae An approachable and memorable everyday guide. Wren A young, fashion-forward character suited for casual settings. Don A charming older man for any type of relaxed training. Mike An easygoing, self-assured guy perfect for relaxed settings. Eduardo An older gentleman, well suited for business-casual workplaces. Camila A casual, everyday guide ready to connect with a variety of learners. Jayla A cool, sophisticated friend or mentor, perfect for casual settings. Jamal At home in the business world, Jamal is distinguished but still fun. Jada A savvy and stylish guide who can connect with a broad audience. Eric A man with presence and panache who can connect with corporate crowds. Maya A busy young healthcare worker, well-suited for medical training. Pamela A mature businesswoman for corporate or finance training. Charles The epitome of a CEO, Charles is ready to lead in executive settings. Simone A reliable choice for helping learners navigate healthcare scenarios. Dante A versatile character for most business casual or academic settings. Lily Casual attire makes this character versatile. Includes built-in states. This sharp businessman is a great character for professional training. Shannon Modern businesswoman perfect for executive and leadership training. Amber A young doctor for health-related courses. Poses include a stethoscope. Blake A well-dressed character for any situation. Includes built-in states. Zachary Meticulous, middle-aged doctor for medical-themed training courses. Theo A mature professional who’s suited for more formal corporate training. Sylvie This businesswoman in sharp attire is perfect for professional courses. Sofie Use this casual and approachable middle-aged woman in your next course. Sophia Sophia is a modern and youthful character for any workplace course. Reuben This casual guy is a relatable ally for learners in any type of course. Phoebe Use this skilled nurse in hospital scenarios and workplace courses. Oliver This professional middle-aged man is dressed for any workplace scenario. Nathan This crisp gentleman in a gray suit is great for executive training. Matthew Gentleman in a black and gray business suit for professional training. Marcus Use this bespectacled doctor in health and wellness training courses. Madeline A sharply dressed doctor that’s great for health and wellness courses. Mabel Mabel is an older female surgeon with short hair and wireframe glasses. Lucas An easygoing middle-aged man in flattering business-casual attire. Juliet A redheaded woman in casual attire who’s suited for any kind of course. Stephen Use this charismatic businessman in a bold suit for executive training. Iris Young neighborly female character works for many different types of courses. Harrison Use this charming middle-aged doctor in health and wellness courses. Grace Use this calm and assured female doctor in health and wellness courses. Frank Middle-aged nurse with shiny dark hair perfect for hospital scenarios. Frances A youthful medical professional to use in health and wellness courses. Emma This brunette, middle-aged woman in workplace attire means business. Elisa This young woman is perfect for courses in casual environments. Demond A young nurse is here to help learners in health and wellness courses. Daniel Young, high-energy male perfect for any course in a casual setting. Claire Middle-aged woman for scenarios in casual locations, even the outdoors. Charlotte Fair-haired female professional perfect for workplace training courses. Arthur A striking doctor in business attire who’s great for wellness training. Alex A versatile character that’s calm, cool, and just a little outdoorsy. Abby This powerful corporate character is great for executive-level courses. Jonah This middle-aged man in jeans and a T-shirt is great for casual courses. Ethan An older, salt-and-pepper professional for any type of office training. Marilyn Marilyn’s casual attire and kind smile make her a relatable character. Lydia You can put this confident brunette in just about any type of course. Illustrated — Classic Characters Each character has 300+ pose combinations. Gabriel Molly Olivia Dennis Curt Norene Shane Bernardo Leonard Samantha Jennifer Louis Erik Kristina Beatrice Jayce Rose Roland Gloria Martin Maisie Jay Carmen Gregory Dominick Walt Evelyn Connie Peter Ivy Jason Adelaide Jessica Evangeline Debra Niles Cooper Hazel Bob Marissa In Summary With this ever-growing library of photographic and illustrated characters, it’s easier than ever to create personalized content that truly connects with your learners. Simply include them in a scenario in Rise 360 or add them to your slides in Storyline 360 to tell a story. The possibilities are endless! Looking for more ways to use characters in your courses? Check out these helpful resources to get inspired: 5 Tips to Help You Choose Characters for E-Learning 2 Quick Tips for Working with Characters in Storyline 360 5 Cool Ways to Use Characters to Engage and Connect with Learners Are you already using characters in your e-learning? Share your best practices in the comment below. Want to use these characters in your own e-learning courses, but don’t have Articulate 360? Start a free 30-day trial, and come back to E-Learning Heroes regularly for helpful advice on everything related to e-learning.1.9KViews0likes3CommentsArticulate 360 Teams User Guide
New to Articulate 360 Teams? See Getting Started with Articulate 360 Teams Getting Started Starting a Free Trial and Buying a Subscription Naming, Renaming, and Switching Teams Managing Users & Content Managing People, Groups, and Invites Understanding Permissions and Tasks Authenticate Using Single Sign-On Understanding Content Ownership and Transfer Scenarios Managing Content When Users Leave Your Team Where to Find Transferred Content When Someone Leaves Your Team Managing Your Subscription Buying More Creator Licenses as Your Team Grows Merging Subscriptions Reactivating or Replacing a Lapsed Subscription Reducing Seats in a Subscription Creating Content with AI Rise 360: Get Started with AI Assistant Storyline 360: Get Started with AI Assistant Collaborating with Your Team & Getting Help Collaborating on E-Learning Projects Getting Help Scaling & Distributing Your Training Articulate Localization: User Guide Reach 360: A Frictionless LMS5KViews0likes0Comments8 Business Use Cases for Microlearning
Are you excited to try out microlearning, but unsure when to use it? Below, we outline eight common workplace situations that benefit from a short-form course. Each situation includes a sample microlearning. At the end, learn how you can customize these templates for your own company and training needs. 1. Create Organizational Alignment To hit a business target, everyone needs to be moving in the same direction. Creating that alignment starts with clear, frequent communication of the shared mission, vision, and values. Microlearning can help. The following editable template shows how you can align employees through regular executive “micro” updates: Executive Update 2. Highlight HR Information, Notices, or Reminders Educating employees about annual events like open enrollment, tax season, and compliance training is a critical function of HR teams. The problem? Important announcements often get missed when they’re embedded in long paragraphs or endless emails. Grab the following templates to see how microlearning makes HR communications more digestible and engaging: A Quick Guide To Open Enrollment Internal Company Newsletter 3. Strengthen Company Culture and DEI Initiatives Fostering an inclusive company culture is a continuous process—not a one-time effort. A series of microlearnings can support your larger culture-building and DEI efforts. Check out the following examples for ideas on how to get started: Are You an Ally? Try Taking on These 5 Roles How To Identify and Stop Using Ableist Language Gossip-Proof Your Workplace 4. Streamline Business Processes You can also use microlearning to document and streamline business processes or workflows—such as employee onboarding or performance management. Notice how the following examples make it easy for employees to work through the steps of a process independently: New Hire Pre-Hire Checklist Performance Review and Feedback 5. Increase Security Awareness Most successful data breaches, phishing attacks, and other cybersecurity incidents are caused by human error. Adding refresher microlearnings throughout the year can fortify your defenses. See an example for safeguarding against phishing attacks below: Spot the Phish 6. Enhance Employee Wellness A successful business needs thriving employees. But employee wellness training often ends up buried under competing priorities. Microlearning makes it easy for employees to fit in short breaks for self-care throughout the workday. Check out these two wellness-related microlearning examples: 3 Desk Stretches to Instantly Improve Your Day 5 Tips for Better Naps 7. Provide Quick-Reference Guides Microlearning is the perfect resource for one-off training questions: Employees can quickly find the answers they need—when they need them. Below, we’ve created templates for product and software training. But you could easily create quick-reference guides for sales, customer service, and other teams. Get To Know [Name of Product] Software Training 8. Reinforce and Assess Key Takeaways Finally, who says you have to choose between a more sizable course and microlearning? Repetition aids retention. Consider following up longer training sessions with a microlearning quiz, scenario, or summary. The examples listed below demonstrate how you might do this: Can You Recover From a Workplace Mistake? Training Refresher Wrap-Up There’s no shortage of creative ways you can use microlearning to achieve your business training objectives. The examples above are just a starter list. You might also check out submissions to one of our weekly community challenges, 40+ Microlearning Examples Created in Rise 360 #407. Interested in customizing one of these examples for your team? If you’re an Articulate 360 subscriber or trialer, you can edit all of the examples linked throughout this post by choosing the course from our Rise 360 microlearning content templates. Here’s a short video showing how to do that: What’s the latest microlearning course you’ve created? Tell us about it in the comments—and feel free to ask any questions you might have! Like this article? Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest e-learning inspiration and insights directly in your inbox. You can also find us on LinkedIn and Twitter.4KViews0likes10CommentsStoryline 360 User Guide
New to Storyline 360? Start with Storyline 360: Getting Started. Build any course you can imagine for any device imaginable with Storyline 360. This user guide shows you how to use every feature of Storyline 360, so you can create beautiful e-learning courses with simulations, screen recordings, drag-and-drop interactions, quizzes, and much more. If you have questions, join us in the community forums and ask. We’re happy to help! Storyline 360: Creating a New Project Storyline 360: Setting Your Slide Size Storyline 360: Tips for Managing Project Files Mastering the Storyline 360 Interface Storyline 360: Working with the Interface Storyline 360: Using Story View Storyline 360: Using Slide View Storyline 360: Using Keyboard Shortcuts Storyline 360: Setting Storyline Options Working with Slides and Layers Storyline 360: Adding New Slides Storyline 360: Using Content Library 360 Templates Storyline 360: Using Custom Templates Storyline 360: Using Team Slides for Collaboration Storyline 360: Using Basic Layouts Storyline 360: Adjusting Slide Properties Storyline 360: Working with Layers Importing Slides Storyline 360: Importing Slides from PowerPoint Storyline 360: Importing Slides from Quizmaker Storyline 360: Importing Engage Interactions Storyline 360: Importing Slides from Other Storyline Projects Storyline 360: Importing Questions from Excel Spreadsheets and Text Files Working with Quiz Slides Storyline 360: Adding Form-Based Questions Storyline 360: Adding Freeform Questions Storyline 360: Drag-and-Drop Questions Storyline 360: Pick-One Questions Storyline 360: Pick-Many Questions Storyline 360: Text-Entry Questions Storyline 360: Hotspot Questions Storyline 360: Shortcut-Key Questions Storyline 360: Converting an Existing Slide to a Freeform Interaction Working with the Question Editor Storyline 360: Editing Questions in Form View Storyline 360: Editing Questions in Slide View Storyline 360: Shuffling Answer Choices Storyline 360: Choosing Feedback and Branching Options Storyline 360: Using the Feedback Window Storyline 360: Working with Feedback Layers Storyline 360: Assigning a Score to Graded Questions Storyline 360: Choosing the Number of Attempts for Graded Questions Storyline 360: Making Ungraded Questions Required or Optional Storyline 360: Assigning Questions to Result Slides Working with Result Slides Storyline 360: Adding Result Slides Storyline 360: Limiting Quiz Attempts Storyline 360: Submitting Answers All at Once Storyline 360: Confirming That Learners Are Ready to Submit Their Answers Using Question Banks Storyline 360: Understanding Question Banks Storyline 360: Creating and Managing Question Banks Storyline 360: Adding and Editing Slides in a Question Bank Storyline 360: Drawing Slides from a Question Bank Using the Media Library Storyline 360: Managing a Project’s Assets with the Media Library Working with Content Library 360 Media Storyline 360: Adding Content Library 360 Characters Storyline 360: Editing Content Library 360 Characters Storyline 360: Adding Content Library 360 Photos Storyline 360: Adding Content Library 360 Illustrations Storyline 360: Adding Content Library 360 Icons Storyline 360: Adding Content Library 360 Videos Working with Pictures Storyline 360: Adding Pictures Storyline 360: Adding Screenshots Storyline 360: Formatting Pictures, Screenshots, and Characters Working with 360° Images Storyline 360: Adding and Editing 360° Images Storyline 360: Adding Markers to 360° Images Storyline 360: Adding Hotspots to 360° Images Storyline 360: Controlling Navigation in 360° Images Storyline 360: Adding Interactivity to 360° Images Storyline 360: Adding Accessibility to 360° Images Storyline 360: Answering 360° Images FAQs Working with Videos Storyline 360: Adding Videos Storyline 360: Editing Videos Storyline 360: Adjusting Video Properties Working with Audio Storyline 360: Adding Audio Storyline 360: Converting Text to Speech Storyline 360: Editing Audio Storyline 360: Using the Audio Tools Adding Accessibility Storyline 360: Adding Alternative Text for Screen Readers Storyline 360: Importing Closed Captions for Narration and Videos Storyline 360: Creating and Editing Closed Captions With the Built-in Editor Storyline 360: Customizing the Focus Order of Slide Objects Storyline 360: Improving Experiences With the Accessibility Checker Storyline 360: Accessibility Checker Covered Issues Storyline 360: New Project Accessible Template Working with Web Content Storyline 360: Adding Web Objects Storyline 360: Editing Web Objects Adding and Editing Screen Recordings Storyline 360: Recording Your Screen Storyline 360: Inserting Screen Recordings Storyline 360: Editing Screen Recordings Storyline 360: Exporting Screen Recordings Storyline 360: Deleting Screen Recordings Working with Shapes, Captions, Equations, Text Boxes, and Tables Storyline 360: Adding Shapes Storyline 360: Adding Captions Storyline 360: Adding Math Equations Storyline 360: Adding Text Boxes Storyline 360: Adding Tables Storyline 360: Adding Slide Numbers Storyline 360: Adding Symbols Storyline 360: Adding Variable References Storyline 360: Formatting Shapes, Captions, and Text Boxes Storyline 360: Applying Merge Shapes Working with Text Storyline 360: Using Text Styles Storyline 360: Using the Font Formatting Options Storyline 360: Using the Paragraph Formatting Options Storyline 360: Working with the Clipboard Storyline 360: Finding and Replacing Text Storyline 360: Replacing Fonts Storyline 360: Translating Courses Formatting, Sizing, and Positioning Objects Storyline 360: Applying Quick Styles Storyline 360: Using the Format Shape/Format Picture Window Storyline 360: Fill Formatting Storyline 360: Line Color Formatting Storyline 360: Line Style Formatting Storyline 360: Corner Radius Formatting Storyline 360: Shadow Formatting Storyline 360: Picture Formatting Storyline 360: Text Box Formatting Storyline 360: Ordering, Grouping, Sizing, and Positioning Objects Storyline 360: Using the Size and Position Window Storyline 360: Setting Grid, Guide, and Ruler Preferences Adding Zoom Regions Storyline 360: Adding Zoom Regions Storyline 360: Creating a Panning Effect Adding Interactive Objects Storyline 360: Working with Buttons Storyline 360: Working with Check Boxes Storyline 360: Working with Radio Buttons Storyline 360: Working with Button Sets Storyline 360: Working with Sliders Storyline 360: Working with Dials Storyline 360: Working with Hotspots Storyline 360: Working with Data-Entry Fields Storyline 360: Working with Markers Storyline 360: Working with Triggers Storyline 360: Working with Hyperlinks Storyline 360: Working with Variables Storyline 360: Working with Scrolling Panels Storyline 360: Working with Mouse Cursors Using the Timeline, States, and Notes Storyline 360: Working with the Timeline Storyline 360: Adding and Editing States Storyline 360: Adding Slide Notes Applying Animations and Slide Transitions Storyline 360: Adding Animations Storyline 360: Syncing Entrance and Exit Animations Storyline 360: Syncing Motion Path Animations Storyline 360: Adding Transitions to Slides and Layers Storyline 360: Understanding How PowerPoint Animations and Transitions Are Imported Customizing Your Course Design Storyline 360: Using Design Themes Storyline 360: Working with Theme Colors Storyline 360: Working with Theme Fonts Storyline 360: Changing the Background Design Storyline 360: Using Slide Masters Storyline 360: Using Feedback Masters Customizing the Player Storyline 360: Working with the Player Storyline 360: Choosing Player Features Storyline 360: Customizing the Menu Storyline 360: Attaching Resources Storyline 360: Adding a Glossary Storyline 360: Choosing a Player Style (Modern or Classic) Storyline 360: Hiding the Player Frame for a Chromeless Design Storyline 360: Choosing Player Colors, Fonts, and Button Styles Storyline 360: Customizing the Text Labels Storyline 360: Changing the Browser Settings and Player Size Storyline 360: Using the Lost Connectivity Alert Storyline 360: Changing the Resume Behavior Storyline 360: Enabling Right-to-Left Language Support Storyline 360: Customizing Accessible Player Settings Storyline 360: Saving and Switching Players Storyline 360: Restricting Which Mobile Device Orientations Learners Can Use Collaborating with Stakeholders Storyline 360: Publishing a Course to Review 360 Storyline 360: Using Integrated Review 360 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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 things? It can be easy to get these terms confused, so let’s walk through the nuances that differentiate these two methods and explore the use cases for each. Screencasts Screencasts are videos that show a recording of your computer screen. They’re often used to demonstrate the use of an application or software. They include all of your mouse movements and typically have audio narration that gives learners more contextual information about the process they’re seeing—such as the names of various software features or steps. Because screencasts are simply videos, they’re not interactive. When to use a screencast Screencasts are great for creating simple “how-to” videos. This kind of visual walkthrough is beneficial when you’re trying to explain a process that’s too complicated to explain with written text alone. And if the process isn’t something learners will be doing frequently, screencasts can be a helpful performance support resource that learners can easily reference in the future. How to create a screencast If you have Articulate 360, you already have access to not just one but TWO apps that are specifically designed for screencasts: Peek 360 and Replay 360. Learn more about when to use each app in this article: How to Decide Which Articulate 360 App to Use for Screen Recording. Want to see an example? Watch the “How to Add Comments in Review 360” screencast I created with Peek 360 below. This screencast provides a short overview of how to provide feedback on courses in the Review 360 web application. It’s perfect for an audience who may be comfortable with web-based technology and already have familiarity with Review 360. The screencast focuses on a simple process. It’s clear, concise, and to the point. So, how does a software simulation differ? Well, I’m glad you asked. Software Simulations While you also have to record your screen to create a software simulation, the major difference is that instead of simply showing the learners what to do, you give them the opportunity to try it out for themselves. They’re called simulations because you simulate the software’s interface by recording it and turning that recording into an interactive practice environment for learners. They can go through and click on all the buttons—like you did when you recorded it. It’s almost as if they’re using the software themselves. The advantage of doing it this way—versus simply having them use the actual software—is that you can build in on-screen explanations and feedback to guide them as they practice. Software simulations are usually the go-to for creating software training because they provide learners with a risk-free environment to help them learn a new app or process. Another thing that sets simulations apart from screencasts is that you can test your learners’ understanding by creating a simulation that’s graded. For every click in the right spot, learners can earn points. And for clicks in the wrong spots, points can be taken away. It’s a great way to ensure learners have understood how to complete specific processes within an app or software. When to use a software simulation Interactive software simulations are ideal when you want learners to physically practice using the software themselves—including entering data, interacting with drop-down menus, and identifying multiple steps in a more complex process. Software simulations give learners an opportunity to practice using the proper click-path of a specific process or software without fear of impacting the actual production environment or ruining any real-life data. With software simulations, you can put your learners in the driver’s seat so they can deepen their knowledge of a process, gain experience, and build confidence in using an app or piece of software. How to create a software simulation Articulate 360 subscribers can use Storyline 360 to create software simulations quickly and easily. Want to learn how? Here’s a tutorial that’ll help you get started: Creating Software Simulations in Storyline 360. Want to see an example? Explore the software simulation created with Storyline 360 below. In this example, users learn how to get started using the Review 360 web application. This simulation walks through four basic steps that you need to know how to do if you’ll be using Review 360. You’ll notice that because learners actually click through the software themselves, they must pay closer attention to each step in the process. This simulation is perfect for an audience who might not be as familiar with web-based technology or for users who are brand new to navigating Review 360. With simulations, learners can confidently navigate a new application because they’re practicing in the safety of a learning environment. View example More Resources Now you’re well on your way to identifying the nuances between screencasts and software simulations and you should be able to use these terms confidently when tackling your next project! To help you keep everything straight, I’ve outlined the differences in the handy table below. Screencasts Software Simulations Use case Demonstrate a simple, straightforward process. Train learners on a complex process through interactive practice and/or assessment opportunities. Interactive No Yes On-Screen Hints & Feedback No Yes Looking for more best practices around creating screencasts and software simulations? Check out these resources! And let us know in the comments what screencasts and software simulations you’ll be creating next. Follow This Process to Create Software Simulations and Systems Training Like a Pro 3 Methods for Recording Screencasts 4 Tips on Creating Software Tutorials in Rise 360 Tips for Using the Storyline 360 Screen Recorder Like a Pro Follow us on Twitter and come back to E-Learning Heroes regularly for more helpful advice on everything related to e-learning. If you have any questions, please share them in the comments.1.3KViews0likes5Comments