Right from the start, I will say the challenge is on the eye of the programmer (kind of like the idiom that says “Beauty is in the eye of he beholder”). But, why is that? Let’s explore a few different factors that may let us easily decide whether to use stock photos on our eLearning module. Client requirements First and foremost, it is very important to clarify at the beginning of the project, before programming the eLearning module, if the client is okay with us using stock

Colour is an important part in eLearning, having a well chosen and consistent colour scheme can be the difference between an attractive and engaging eLearning course and a course that is not pleasant for learners to take. Using consistent colours can help prompt and enforce brand awareness and provides a sense of familiarity for your learners. Implementing an effective colour scheme for your eLearning course is not something that should be overlooked and if done correct can i

When you are starting a new eLearning project in Storyline, it is always best practice to first take care of several elements that you know won’t change easily or at all. These elements could be: Player style Player buttons Master slides (for content, quizzes and feedback) Slide size Font style Working on setting the ground for all these at the beginning of an eLearning project will make your life easier and will certainly speed up your process and ensure consistency througho

This week I had the amazing opportunity to work with a team. A real team. A soccer team. A group of individuals that must work together to achieve a collective goal. I reference ‘real’ not to be hyperbolic, but because sports offer a window into what teamwork really can be. A truly collective effort. I say this, as compared to organizations that can function under the veil of ‘team’, but often times can achieve their goals with, or without the collective effort of everyone. M

Pathways Training and eLearning Inc. is in it’s 13th year of business and thanks to many wonderful Fortune 500 clients, we continue to grow! In the first quarter of our thirteenth year, we have already completed the following: Created 6 highly interactive eLearning modules and created and host a custom Learning Management System (LMS) for a well-know and leading Canadian cannabis company. Created over 50 eLearning courses, and 10 short training videos for one of Canada’s lead

My son asked me a question yesterday (as he’s apt to do) that had seemingly come from nowhere…. “Dad, do you think I should have kids when I’m old enough?” Before I gave him my reply I said, “…where’s that question coming from?” “I was just wondering if it’s worth it… (wait for it) … “I mean, you have to buy me birthday presents and stuff and it’s expensive. You could just buy yourself stuff instead.” Fair enough I thought. If not for he and his sister, I could spend my money

Today I received an email from a dear friend. I’ll be facilitating a “leadership values” key note for his team soon. He required some additional information in advance of my presentation. Seemed simple enough. Well, my friend’s manager wanted to know exactly what content would be delivered during my ‘talk’. What would I be saying? What would I be telling the attendees? Look, I understand the need to affect a measure of control in a managerial sense. I understand the need to e

With the increase in the use of the Internet in both our personal and professional lives, people are looking for eLearning course that are above and beyond a level one interactivity (a level one eLearning course, can essentially be defined as an animated PowerPoint, that can be used in an online environment. For a good overview of the 4 levels of eLearning interactivity refer to this recent article posted at eLearning industry). When you are a vendor, you need to be able to d