Custom Advanced Answer Captions in Adobe Captivate
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Custom Advanced Answer Captions in Adobe Captivate

In this video tutorial, I show you how you can create your own advanced answer captions by using a really helpful system variable in an advanced action that's run when your learners submit their answer.

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Create a Secret Help Slide ...Even Better Than Before!
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Create a Secret Help Slide ...Even Better Than Before!

In this tutorial, I introduce a couple of easy advanced actions that you can add to this project. These advanced actions will return your learners not only to the slide they were on but to the exact position on that slide as well.

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Create a Secret Help Slide in Adobe Captivate
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Create a Secret Help Slide in Adobe Captivate

In this video tutorial, I will show you how to set up a slide that isn't part of the regular navigation of your course. This slide will instead be accessed from any other slide in your project using a small icon in the corner. This is useful if you want an optional page that includes course instructions, or perhaps a special help page that learners can only access if they need it.

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What to Expect at the Adobe Learning Summit 2019 | Sept 2, 12:00 PM EDT | 16:00 UTC
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

What to Expect at the Adobe Learning Summit 2019 | Sept 2, 12:00 PM EDT | 16:00 UTC

Many of you may be attending the Adobe Learning Summit in Las Vegas for the first time this fall. You may also be undecided if you want to go. In this eLearning Livestream, I'm going to talk about my experience as a presenter but more importantly, I will be discussing my experience as an attendee. I can give you some hints and tips for making it a truly rewarding and productive experience. Also, I will answer any questions in the live chat.

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Updated Adobe eLearning Community,
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Updated Adobe eLearning Community,

Adobe recently gave the community a facelift. As a frequent contributor, I found this a little jarring. The items I was used to using were no longer in the usual location. I've forced myself to learn the new site, and I thought I would share my thoughts.

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Certified Online Training Professional - Part Two
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Certified Online Training Professional - Part Two

Good news. I've successfully completed my Certified Online Training Professional Certificate. I want to share my experience with all of you if you are considering getting this valuable certification.

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Are You Unsure About Attending the Adobe Learning Summit?
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Are You Unsure About Attending the Adobe Learning Summit?

You’ve been thinking about how you would like to go to the Adobe Learning Summit this October in Las Vegas. Unfortunately, you’re unsure your L&D manager will approve the request, after all, it is Vegas. She probably thinks it’s just going to be a company paid party at her budgets expense.

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Countdown Timer using Advanced Actions in Adobe Captivate
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Countdown Timer using Advanced Actions in Adobe Captivate

In this video tutorial, I show you one way you can build a countdown timer. In this example, I use two user variables and two system variables. I also make use of a two decision advanced conditional action, including use of the While action. Patreon supporters get to download the project file for free.

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Certified Online Training Professional
Paul Wilson Paul Wilson

Certified Online Training Professional

This year I've decided to not work on my eLearning design and development skills but rather my skills as an online training professional. My main business is designing and developing eLearning, but I'm still a professional facilitator. Like most of us, I got my start in the classroom. Since my clients are located all over the globe, online training makes sense for both my clients and me.

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