Authoring Tools
Introduction
New technologies are changing the way we produce and deliver digital learning – with elearning authoring tools becoming an increasingly popular choice. Understand a bit more about the 12 favorite authoring tools on the market in 2020. Plus, find out: What is an authoring tool? What can you achieve with one? Then assess your options!
Electronic learning, or commonly known as e-learning, is among the earliest applications of web-based technology (Azhari, 2015). E-learning is defined as the delivery of learning using purely internet and digital technology (Al-Busaidi, 2013.
- Your technical expertise
- Whether you want simple or more sophisticated learning experiences
- How much content you need to produce and manage
- Your translation requirements
- If you are a sole author or work with a wider team
- Your budget
Favourite authoring tools
- CANVAS
- MOODLE
- Elucidat – Helps big employers drive down the cost business-critical training
- Adobe Captivate – Gives experienced authors the power to create high-quality content
- Articulate Storyline – Ideal for individual users who prefer PowerPoint, with an added layer of customization
- Articulate Rise – Users with access to Articulate 360 can produce simple elearning courses fairly quickly
- Gomo – Best for experienced learning designers that are not looking for advanced customization
- Lectora – Gives traditional, capable authors an effective tool for producing HTML5 content
- Adapt – Designed for technical authors who are looking to design bespoke HTML5 authoring through back-end design
- DominKnow – Perfect for teams whose focus in on responsive screen capture and software simulation
- Easygenerator – Authoring software designed for small teams who need to produce simple content, fast
- iSpring Suite – Desktop PowerPoint- based tool that’s a great option for novice learning designers who don’t have to worry about updating content regularly
- Evolve – Built for teams who need to collaborate together and don’t mind putting in the time to learn how to use it
- Brainshark – Easy to use authoring tool targeted at sales teams. Ideal for those looking to create coaching
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