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The eLearning resources and technologies listed here have not paid for a listing on our site. These are tools that are actively used and recommended by the eLearning community and are among the best resources in their class. In some cases the eLearning Network also offers resources so we included links as appropriate.
Top eLearning Authoring Tools
- Adobe Captivate
- Articulate Storyline
- Trivantis Lectora
- Rapid Intake by CallidusCloud
- Claro (online authoring tool)
- Raptivity (interactive eLearning tool)
- Adobe Edge (animation and interactivity creation in HTML5)
eLearning Audio/Video Recording Software
- Adobe Presenter
- Articulate Replay
- Techsmith Camtasia
- GoToMeeting (Screen Recording Feature)
- Audacity (The #1 best free open source audio editor)
- Techsmith Snagit (Screen Grab)
Photo Editing Software
- Adobe PhotoShop
- Google Niks Color Efex Pro
- Gimp – Free open source
- Paint.net
- PhotoFiltre
eLearning Video Editing and Production Software
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe After Effects
- Apple – Final Cut Pro
- Pinnacle Studio
- Blaze Media Pro (for video file format conversions)
Professional eLearning Networks and Associations
- The eLearning Network (you are on our site now) Our focus is on creating and distributing templates, graphics, etc. and offering custom eLearning design, development, and support.
- eLearning Guild – These guys put on terrific conferences, white papers, industry research, etc.
- American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) – While not focused exclusively on eLearning, ASTD is a great organization we highly recommend.
Professional eLearning Voice Talent Resources
- eLearning Network Voice Talents – Top eLearning voice talents already pre-screened for quality and cost.
- Voice123 – Thousands of freelance voice talents from which to choose.
Royalty Free Stock Graphics, Sounds, and Fonts
- eLearning Network Shop
- istockphoto.com
- ThinkStock.com
- soundsnap.com (audio sounds)
- Shutterstock.com
eLearning Templates
- Articulate Storyline eLearning Heroes: The Articulate website sponsors a terrific forum where users from around the world share free eLearning templates, tips and tricks, and more.
- Adobe Captivate Project Templates: Adobe has a great partner program whereby Captivate developers can post and sell their eLearning templates through Adobe.com. Items range from full-blown templates to smaller “plug-ins” that allow you to quickly include new features into your project.
- eLearning Network Templates: The eLearning Network has a growing library of high quality templates.
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