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Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint
601 Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research July 13-14, 2006 Produced by Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 For more information on the report, Visit http://www.brandon-hall.com/publications/ppt/ppt.shtml The Right Tool for the Right Job: When to Use PowerPoint for ELearning Bryan Chapman Learning Strategist Brandon Hall Research PCWeek Shoot Out (pre-PowerPoint to e-learning tools) • Several teams invited to compete • Convert a 54-hour instructor-led course to online learning • 2 days of development • 1 person at the computer at any time • Storyboard…. actually a lesson plan • Present course to 20 judges and 150 members of media gallery • Watched the other teams in action • Wide variety of approaches Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 1 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 How long… How long does it take to create 1 hour of Classroom Instruction? How long… How long does it take to create 1 hour of E-Learning? Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 2 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 How long… How long does it take to create 1 hour of Simulation-Based e-learning? How long… Low Range = 12:1 High Range = 60:1 How long does it take to create 1 hour of PowerPoint-based, online learning? Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 3 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 How content is authored % Tool 66% PowerPoint 63% Microsoft Word 61% Dreamweaver 47% Flash 34% Code at the HTML Tag Level 32% Traditional Authoring Tools (like Authorware, ToolBook, etc.) 26% Microsoft FrontPage 21% Learning Content Management System (LCMS) 18% Content Authoring Tools built into LMS 16% Other 13% Rapid e-Learning Tools (like ReadyGo, Lectora Publisher, Trainersoft, etc.) Source: brandon-hall.com Continuum of Interaction Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 4 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 PowerPoint to E-Learning Shootout San Francisco, CA Teams Product Company Articulate Presenter Articulate Camtasia Studio TechSmith CourseMaker Studio Learn.com EnQ Plus EnQ Plus Impatica for PowerPoint Impatica Macromedia Breeze Macromedia OnPoint Learning Suite OnPoint Digital Tegrity 6 Tegrity ToolBook SumTotal Systems Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 5 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 PowerPoint to E-Learning Shootout PowerPoint to E-Learning Shootout Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 6 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 PowerPoint to E-Learning Shootout Scenario • Sealed envelope with 16 PowerPoint slides, designed for live training session • Subject Matter – Atomic Clock • Timed Event – 20 minutes • Countdown clock running • Add interactivity, add media • Publish as e-learning course • Present to the audience for judging Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 7 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Scenario Judging Criteria Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 8 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 PowerPoint to E-Learning Shootout Winners PowerPoint E-Learning P o w e r P o i n t tto o E -Learning Shootout Winners Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 9 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Topics appropriate to PPT Learning • Timely Business Communication • Company Policies • Procedures • Product Knowledge • Regulatory and Compliance • …part of the blend Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 10 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 IBM Blended Learning Model White Papers Instructor-Led Instructor-Led “culminating “culminating experience” experience” Self Assessment Word Business Simulations .PDF Practice PowerPoint Student Guide Role Play Simulations Product Knowledge Bloom’s Taxonomy • Knowledge 9 Action verbs: list, define, tell, describe, identify, show, label, collect, examine, tabulate, quote, name, who, when, where, etc. • Comprehension 9 Action verbs: summarize, describe, interpret, contrast, predict, associate, distinguish, estimate, differentiate, discuss, extend, etc. • Application 9 Action verbs: apply, demonstrate, calculate, complete, illustrate, show, solve, examine, modify, relate, change, classify, experiment, discover, etc. • Analysis 9 Action verbs: analyze, separate, order, explain, connect, classify, arrange, divide, compare, select, explain, infer, etc. • Synthesis 9 Action verbs: combine, integrate, modify, rearrange, substitute, plan, create, design, invent, what if?, compose, formulate, prepare, generalize, rewrite, etc. • Evaluation 9 Action verbs: assess, decide, rank, grade, test, measure, recommend, convince, select, judge, explain, discriminate, support, conclude, compare, summarize, etc. Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 11 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 “Remember” – “Do” SMESMEDeveloped Developed Published Published by byCenter Center Support SupportStaff Staff Learning Learning Champions Champions • 247,000 employees • Factory Training • Supply Chain Model • 50 SME’s created 200 learning modules in very short timeframe • •ISD ISD • •Graphic GraphicArtists Artists (local (localunits) units) Strategy? Strategy? Learners Learners Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 12 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Factors in Selecting a System • Desktop vs. Enterprise? • Need Tracking, run from LMS? • Standards Compatibility? • Embedded Testing/Exam Engine? • Delivery Device(s)? • Output Format (HTML, Flash, SMIL, etc.)? • Language Needs? • Level of Developer? • Media Support? • Templates? Articulate Presenter Specialities • Great Desktop Price ($499) • Very strong templates, designed by Horton Consulting • Novice Friendly • Output runs efficiently over the web On the downside: • Separate utility for advanced testing • Separate utility for tracking results (when not using an LMS) Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 13 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Articulate Presenter Articulate Presenter Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 14 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Articulate Presenter Adobe Breeze Specialities • Turnkey delivery, management and tracking system (enterprise class) • Embedded testing/quizzing capabilities • Live system version competes with Centra, Webex, etc. • Compact Flash Format On the downside: • Higher price tag for base platform Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 15 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Adobe Breeze Impatica Specialities • Fast, Bulk processing of PowerPoint source material. • Low-cost desktop application ($499) • Small footprint playback • Unique Blackberry projection system On the downside: • Plays more like a movie than fully interactive content unless mixed with other activities Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 16 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Impatica BrainShark Specialities • Audio, voice-over streaming via a standard telephone • Group authoring & Slide Management • Services model • Back-end tracking system On the downside: • Limited, built-in testing and assessment (partnership with QuestionMark as separate application). Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 17 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 Camtasia Studio Specialities • Low-cost desktop tool ($299) • Efficient file output • Doubles as simulation tool with screen capture utility • Excellent multimedia synchronizations tools On the downside: • Requires LMS for full tracking of test and assessment data • New scoring capabilities still under testing with LMS products Questions? Bryan Chapman Learning Strategist Brandon Hall Research bryan@brandon-hall.com Session 601 – Selecting the Right Tool for the Right Job: Comparing PowerPoint Conversion Applications, Bryan Chapman, Brandon Hall Research Page 18 Converting Classroom & PowerPoint Content to e-Learning July 13 & 14, 2006 20 PPT to E-Learning Systems • AcroTrain e-Learning System (AcroServices) • Articulate Presenter (Articulate) • Brainshark Communications Platform (Brainshark Inc.) • Camtasia Studio (TechSmith Corporation) • IBT Content Conversion (time4you GmbH) • Impatica for PowerPoint (Impatica Inc.) • Impatica OnCue (Impatica Inc.) • Instant Demo (NetPlay Software) • LECTURNITY (imc AG) • Macromedia Breeze Presentation (Macromedia) • Mindflash Training System (Mindflash Technologies Inc.) • podia (podia Ltd.) • PointeCast Publisher Professional (PointeCast) • Power Book Builder (Resource Engineering) • POWERSYNC (FLEXeLEARN Limited) • Presentation Studio (WebEx) • ToolBook Assistant (SumTotal Systems) • TurboDemo (Bernard D&G/TurboDemo) • ViewletCam (Qarbon.com Inc.) • Vox Proxy (Right Seat Software Inc.) 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