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Articulate Storyline

Information Technology > Computer based training

Description

Articulate Storyline is a powerful e-learning course authoring tool that allows you to create interactive and engaging online courses. It offers a user-friendly interface where you can add slides, text, images, and shapes, apply animations and transitions, and even design quizzes and assessments. As you advance your skills, you can build complex interactions using triggers, variables, and conditions, integrate external resources, and optimize course performance. Expert users can implement advanced scripting, create personalized learning paths, and troubleshoot technical issues. With Articulate Storyline, you can publish your courses for web, Learning Management Systems (LMS), or standalone use.

Expected Behaviors

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LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

At the fundamental awareness level, users are expected to have a basic understanding of Articulate Storyline's interface and its purpose. They should be able to recognize different tools and features but may not yet know how to use them effectively.

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LEVEL 2

Novice

Novice users should be able to create a new project, add slides and layers, and insert basic elements like text, images, and shapes. They can apply simple animations and transitions, and publish their projects for various platforms.

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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Intermediate users are expected to design interactive slides using triggers and variables, build quizzes with feedback, and use the timeline for complex animations. They should also be able to import and synchronize audio and video files.

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LEVEL 4

Advanced

Advanced users should be capable of developing intricate interactions using conditions and states, creating custom characters, integrating external resources, and designing responsive courses. They should also be aware of how to optimize course performance and load times.

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LEVEL 5

Expert

Expert users are expected to master advanced scripting and programming in Articulate Storyline. They should be able to implement complex game mechanics, create personalized learning paths, troubleshoot technical issues, and stay updated with the latest features and updates.

Micro Skills

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LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

Identifying different sections of the interface
Recognizing the function of each tool in the toolbar
Navigating through the Story View and Slide View
Distinguishing between slide layers, triggers, and states
Understanding the use of timeline and scene panel
Recognizing the purpose of quiz and survey tools
Understanding the concept of eLearning course creation
Recognizing the role of Articulate Storyline in interactive content development
Identifying the types of projects that can be created with Articulate Storyline
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LEVEL 2

Novice

Understanding the 'New Project' options
Setting up project properties and slide dimensions
Saving and organizing project files
Using the 'Insert Slide' function
Understanding the different types of slides
Creating and managing slide layers
Organizing slides and layers in the 'Story View'
Using the 'Insert' tab to add elements
Formatting and editing text boxes
Importing and adjusting images
Drawing and customizing shapes
Adding entrance and exit animations
Using motion paths for moving elements
Applying slide transitions
Adjusting animation and transition timings
Choosing the right publishing option
Setting up tracking and reporting options for LMS
Previewing and testing the published output
Managing and sharing published files
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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Understanding the concept of triggers and variables
Creating simple triggers for basic interactions
Using variables to store and manipulate data
Combining triggers and variables for complex interactions
Designing custom buttons with states
Setting up triggers for navigation buttons
Creating a progress bar using shapes and variables
Linking progress bar to slide progression
Creating different types of quiz questions
Designing feedback layers for correct and incorrect answers
Setting up result slides to display scores
Customizing quiz settings and behavior
Understanding the timeline interface and controls
Synchronizing objects on the timeline
Controlling object entrance and exit on the timeline
Creating complex animations using multiple timeline tracks
Importing audio and video files into a project
Synchronizing audio with slide animations
Editing audio and video within Articulate Storyline
Setting triggers and variables for media playback control
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LEVEL 4

Advanced

Understanding the concept of object states
Creating custom states for interactive objects
Using triggers to change object states
Applying conditions to control when states change
Combining multiple conditions for complex interactions
Designing characters using built-in tools and external software
Importing custom character designs into Articulate Storyline
Animating characters with motion paths and triggers
Building realistic scenarios with backgrounds, props, and dialogue
Using variables to create dynamic, branching scenarios
Embedding web objects into slides
Writing and implementing JavaScript code in Articulate Storyline
Communicating between Articulate Storyline and JavaScript
Troubleshooting JavaScript errors
Ensuring compatibility and performance of web objects and scripts
Understanding the principles of responsive design
Using slide masters for consistent layout across devices
Adjusting content and interactions for different screen sizes
Testing course on various devices and browsers
Optimizing media files for mobile performance
Compressing and optimizing media files
Minimizing the use of heavy animations and transitions
Preloading content for smoother playback
Using variables and states efficiently
Testing and improving course load times
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LEVEL 5

Expert

Understanding the syntax and structure of JavaScript
Implementing JavaScript functions in Storyline
Debugging JavaScript code within Storyline
Integrating Storyline with external APIs using JavaScript
Designing game elements like points, levels, and rewards
Creating interactive scenarios with multiple outcomes
Building physics-based simulations
Optimizing game performance and responsiveness
Using variables to track learner progress and choices
Designing adaptive content that changes based on learner inputs
Implementing conditional logic to create branching scenarios
Integrating with Learning Management Systems for personalized learning experiences
Identifying common errors in Storyline projects
Using debugging tools to diagnose issues
Resolving compatibility issues across different browsers and devices
Optimizing media and resources for better performance
Following official Articulate blogs and forums
Participating in Articulate user communities
Testing and experimenting with new features in Storyline
Adapting existing projects to take advantage of new updates

Skill Overview

  • Expert12 months experience
  • Micro-skills93
  • Roles requiring skill0

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