ID Toolbox
Practical tools for e-learning developers… Over the past several months I've built a set of browser tools for the bits of Storyline and Rise that used to cost me hours. Eleven of them, all completely free, no signup, no accounts, nothing to install. They run entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded anywhere, which for me was the whole point, I wasn't keen on posting client content to a website just to check something… ID Toolbox
A lightweight workflow for handling scope changes after storyboard approval
Hi everyone, One problem I keep seeing in training projects is that a storyboard is reviewed and approved, but new requests continue to arrive afterward. The issue is usually not the feedback itself. The problem is that a late request can quietly become part of the approved scope without anyone making an explicit decision about: - whether it is inside or outside the original scope; - what impact it has on course duration and development effort; - who is responsible for the decision; - whether it belongs in the current version or a later release. I have been testing a lightweight workflow with three parts. 1. Lock the approved baseline Record the original learning objective, approved scope, version, and decision owner. After approval, the baseline should not be silently overwritten. 2. Turn every late request into a decision For each request, record: - requester; - requested change; - in scope or out of scope; - impact on duration, effort, and review cycles; - decision owner; - target version; - accept, defer, or reject. 3. Separate four different events These should not be treated as the same thing: - Review completed - Changes requested - Version approved - Final release recorded A reviewer finishing their comments does not necessarily mean that the version has been approved, and version approval does not necessarily mean that the course has been released. I also converted this workflow into a small browser-based pilot: https://training-learning-rails.vercel.app/ It requires no account, does not upload files, and stores the pilot data only in the user’s own browser. The tool is secondary to the workflow. What I am most interested in understanding is: At what point does this process differ from how SME and stakeholder approval actually works in your organization? I would especially appreciate examples where: - multiple SMEs give conflicting instructions; - an approved storyboard continues to grow; - nobody is sure which version was finally approved; - review completion and final sign-off are confused. MosesVariable Issues Jeopardy Game
Hello, I came across this guide on building a Jeopardy game published by elizabeth and I really liked the idea! How to Create A Jeopardy! Style Game: Part 1 | E-Learning Heroes How To Create A Jeopardy! Style Game: Part 2 | E-Learning Heroes In the version she made, there are only a few variables, and the user is only having their score added when they get it correct. I'd like to raise the stakes a little and have the a "non-playable character" get points for every question the user gets wrong. I'm using Vyond to create cartoon characters and plan to add little cut scenes before and after the game that shows the characters reacting to winning or losing the game. To that end, I have followed along to about the 40-minute mark of Part 1 and made the board, categories, etc. I am not quite sure where I am going wrong here but the scores are not adding up. How it's supposed to work is as followed: The user selects one of 3 characters - Carlos, Jazz, or Craig. Whichever character shows is selected, their name shows up in the top right corner of the Jeopardy Board. If the user gets the correct answer, then the score at the bottom for the character in the top right should go up. If they get it wrong, then one of the other two names gets points. Below are some trigger example screenshots: If Elizabeth or any other user could look at the file I have so far, I would greatly appreciate any help to figure out why the addition triggers are not working properly. I want to figure this out before I got further into this project.An Agent for creating course intros to use with Articulate
I’ve been testing an AI Agent called StoryTool for creating short intro videos and other visual explainers that could work well alongside Articulate projects. It seems useful for cases like course intros, topic openers, or short illustrated sections where plain text feels a bit dry. This is one example from StoryTool: The Wood Wide Web They’re currently opening free testing on the website at storytool.io. I’m testing it myself and plan to come back with a more honest review next week. If anyone else is curious, feel free to try it too and share what you think.Custom branching gradeing with SCORM 1.2
Greetings, I'm building module for which I will be making custom menu with branching. What are my options regarding gradeing. Each branch should have different questions. Module will be published as SCORM 1.2 to customer LMS. How is grading in this case? Can I have grade for single branch so student can later start second branch and have that grade saved too or?Fast AI Moodboards in Visily.ai
In this short tutorial, I walk through how I use Visily.ai to create a polished 12-slide AI moodboard for training and instructional design projects. The workflow is simple: gather your inspo, align with brand assets, write a clear prompt in Grok 4.1, and let Visily.ai generate high-fidelity layouts that guide the entire visual direction of the course. This approach helps you explore concepts quickly and present a strong visual foundation before moving into development. You can watch the full breakdown here: https://youtu.be/AcndXNYe7DM?si=kCcFqOon9vyBZuf1Instructional Design for Financial Services: Lessons from the UAE
Hello Articulate Community, I’m reaching out to connect with fellow learning designers, educators, and organizations exploring fresh ways to drive professional development through impactful e-learning. I’m an Instructional Designer based in Dubai, specializing in designing and developing training solutions and digital learning experiences using Articulate tools. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to scale large-scale training programs across the UAE, particularly in the financial sector, including banks and insurance companies. What makes my approach unique is the balance between instructional creativity and scalability. I’ve not only crafted engaging modules but also rolled out end-to-end learning journeys, covering classroom, digital, and blended formats, ensuring they align with compliance standards, industry regulations, and organizational goals. Some areas I’m passionate about include: Designing custom e-learning modules (SCORM-compliant) that seamlessly integrate into existing LMS. Building training frameworks that can scale from a single team to entire institutions. Creating learning content that bridges complex financial concepts with learner-friendly, practical delivery. I’m now exploring freelance opportunities to collaborate with organizations that want to reimagine their learning, scale their programs, and maximize learner engagement. If your organization is looking for instructional design expertise with proven UAE financial sector experience, I’d be happy to connect and discuss how we can work together. Feel free to reach out here or connect directly. Looking forward to learning and collaborating with this inspiring community!
