Watch the videos below to learn more about the difference between software simulation and video demonstration in Adobe Captivate.
Note: For the sake of this tutorial, we will be focusing on Software Simulation. While you may occassionally be asked to use Video Demonstration, Software Simulation is the most useful tool for the projects we make as Education Consultants.
While you can make a video demo, an objective of this course is for you to practice with software simulation.
This 20-minute video tutorial will show you how to record software simulation in Adobe Captivate.
Note: There are multiple means to the same end in Adobe Captivate. This is just one way to add software simulation to previous projects that has worked for others. More options, as well as more help, can be found on Adobe's help site.
Module 3 Task = 1.5 hrs
In Module 2, you created a PowerPoint slideshow and uploaded it into Adobe Captivate. Now, you're going to create some Software Simulation for your eLearning. Use the demo account you found from Module 1 to record this portion.
As you record your software simulation, consider where the natural "topic" breaks will go in your project. Each section should be recorded on its own to make it a bit easier for you to edit later. For example, if you were completing a video on OpenAir Time and Expense, you might record several simulations: timesheet creation, cloning timesheets, fixing rejected timesheets, submitting expense reports, and cloning expense reports. This way, you can easily add in transition slides between.
Be sure you observe the timing of the slides! Play through it and practice your narration as you go so that the timing works well.
Go ahead and start to record your software simulation. The software does take some getting used to, so do not be discouraged if your first try does not turn out the way you were expecting. Here is another great resource from Adobe, if needed.
When you are finished, save your project and complete the Google Form below.