Collaborating Effectively with SMEs

Microlearning Course on Articulate Rise

Background

I designed and developed this scenario-based microlearning concept project for newly-hired instructional designers to practice communication skills when dealing with challenging subject matter experts.

Design Challenge

Improve a template Rise learning module to include scenario-based instruction, scrolling flow, and visually-cohesive design.

Tools

Articulate Rise, Storyline, Review

Adobe Illustrator, Color

Responsibilities

Research

Instructional & Visual Design

Storyboarding

Prototyping

Audience

Novice Instructional Designers

Year

2023

EXPERIENCE THE FULL PROJECT

Problem

Solution

This concept project solved a problem that focused on my personal growth. In learning Articulate Rise, I felt stuck in the templates offered by the program. I found myself asking, "Is it possible to combine the ease and speed of development within Rise with engaging visual design and a scenario-based approach versus information dumps.

I took a sample project I had made using Articulate Rise's provided template and restructured the entire project. I learned how to incorporate full width images and other components to bring a seamless visual design to something cookie-cutter. I also learned how to incorporate scenario based learning within the bounds of a microlearning experience.

The Process

I worked through the full instructional design process on this concept project including developing a text-based storyboard, designing visual mockups, and iterating on numerous prototypes in response to feedback. I utilized tools that include Pages, Illustrator, Adobe Color, Articulate Rise 360, Articulate Storyline 360 and Articulate Review 360.

The scrolling flow, colorful design, and varied interactions were intentional choices to help engage the learner while trying to make it feel less like a traditional training course.

I also decided to incorporate a Storyline block into the Rise course for increased user interaction. I created a course summary that includes a slide interaction to reveal the content as the user moves through the slides. I also incorporated a variable that blocks the forward arrow until all content is revealed on each slide.