SnagIt is Techsmith's ultimate tool for workflow productivity, screen captures, job aid creation, graphic editing and micro tutorial wizardry. This LXD Talk episode goes techie with Tristia and Alex sharing some of the powerful things you can do with SnagIt. Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on  https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803  LEAVE US A MESSAGE HERE https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lxd-talks/message Support this podca ..read more

There are many tools and technologies available today for LXD practitioners, but there are some essential tools all designers must have. Alex and Tristia discuss tools an LXD designer must have to deliver the best learning experiences. Don't miss this episode if you are new or looking to get into the field. One lucky live episode participant will win a free seat for eLearning Launch's Enterprise ID JAN2021 cohort. Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803  LEAVE US A MESSAGE HERE https://anchor ..read more

This is our Halloween special episode about L&D Horrors. What are the worst practices we have witnessed in our L&D past? What's the scariest thing in compliance training? Come, hangout live and have a chance to win a free seat to eLearning Launch's next EnterpriseID program in January 2021.   Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on  https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803  LEAVE US A MESSAGE HERE https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c ..read more

Let's face it! Many teachers endure several challenges that many LXD designers do not have to face. Based on that we can assume that teachers are perfect candidates for LXD roles, but are they? In this episode, Tristia and Alex discuss what teachers need to consider before attempting the crossover from teacher to LXD designer.   Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on  https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803  LEAVE US A MESSAGE HERE https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks/message  License for audio asse ..read more

Some people pay thousands of dollars for a glorified PowerPoint design and boring read-through slides. Others want to pay pennies for all the bells and whistles, how can you price your projects for optimal results? Should you agree to be paid by the hour? Should you be paid by the project? In this episode, Tristia and Alex discuss some strategies to avoid getting duped into reducing the value of your eLearning designs. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8xSZSQxBjcPa4MdnFdKQmg Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on  https://anchor.fm/lxd-ta ..read more

For better or for worse, 2020 is the year of the freelancer. So, what if you have to make the leap from coporate gig to freelancing? What if you have no choice? aka laid off. Alex recently made the leap and he has some golden nuggets to share with Tristia in this epic episode of LXD Talks. Learn some tips, the good, the bad and the awesome of the freelancing life versus the comfort of corporate America. Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on   https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803   LEAVE US A MESS ..read more

Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Learning Experience Platforms (LXP) are technology services that centralize learning resources for organizations. However, how these affect learning experiences is not often discussed and this is why we have invited Alex Ryan, Founder at Evolve Solutions Group to have a chat with us.   CONNECT WITH ALEX RYAN https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-nelson-ryan-72885a/   Catch the podcast here and everywhere where you get your podcasts on   https://anchor.fm/lxd-talks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lxd-talks/id1525646803   LEAVE US A MES ..read more

In this part II of the visual design series, Tristia and Alex dive into the influences of graphic design and UX as they apply to LXD. They will discuss some additional laws and principles involved in engaging learners. They also show a few live samples of eLearning ideas for engaging titles and starting courses.  LAWS OF UX  https://lawsofux.com/    MULTIMEDIA LEARNING DESIGN PRINCIPLES  https://bit.ly/2RXlWgJ   10 HEURISTICS OF USER INTERFACE  https://www.nngroup.com/articles/ten-usability-heuristics/  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo ..read more

Visual design has a strong influence on everything we do. So, it's only natural that we consider its impact in how your designs engage learners. There's a reason why Instagram is a popular social media app and why blockbuster movies look the way they do. Marketing uses visuals for specific purposes and so shall we learning experience professionals. AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE YOU GET YOUR PODCASTING ON Watch it on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8xSZSQxBjcPa4MdnFdKQmg 10 rules of composition all designers live by https://www.canva.com/learn/visual-design-composition/ Come back next Wednesda ..read more

Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline are the most popular eLearning authoring tools on the planet. Both have different approaches for workflows and interactive features. In this episode, Alex and Tristia dive in to check what's new and how these tools match up against each other. CHECK OUT THE CAPTIVATE VS STORYLINE PLAYLIST BE PART OF THE ACTION AND LEAVE US A MESSAGE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lxd-talks/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lxd-talks/support ..read more