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Why Adobe Captivate Isn’t Enough: A Modern Take on Learning Design
So, you’re looking for an Adobe Captivate specialist? You’re not alone. Those searches dominate my site analytics. Captivate has long been a go-to for interactive eLearning. But here’s the thing: tools are just ingredients. A useful and meaningful course takes more than clicking through slides or dragging and dropping widgets. It requires thoughtful design, storytelling, and an understanding of how people actually learn. Captivate can be useful, but it’s not a magic wand. And if you’ve ever sat through a dull, forgettable training developed with Captivate, you know what I…
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It’s Official! I’m a Verified Adobe Certified Professional in Captivate
Update March 26, 2025: The certification expired on January 31, 2023. Renewal of certification is a work in progress. Official Badge Link I am feeling emotional about this accomplishment; it has been a journey to get to this destination. I taught myself to use Adobe Captivate round about 2004 while I was a Master’s student. I used it to create software simulations and tutorials for Blackboard LMS support at Syracuse University. The software was not as robust then and ownership belonged to Macromedia. Adobe acquired Macromedia in 2006. Captivate has…
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PD Forever: Always Sharpening the Saw
Happy 2021! This is my first post for the year! I’ve written in the past (2016) about my super power as an instructional designer (ID) (someone actually asked me this question!). I wrote: What makes me extraordinary or good at what I do? My mind. In order to continue being extraordinarily good at my work, I have to keep sharpening this mind of mine and looking for ways to be creative. During this winter break, I completed a WebAIM document accessibility course that started in October 20 (Finally done! I…
