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"The Captivate class had many hands-on projects and I'm glad we have the book to go back to as a reference as well. " - Cheryl S
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Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction: Course Length: 2 days
In two days this Adobe Captivate training class teaches you how to quickly get up and running with this popular application for authoring e-learning content, screen captures, simulations, and video presentations. In this Adobe Captivate class you'll learn how to capture content, create assessments, design quizzes, add interactivity and animations. This Captivate class also covers ways in which Captivate content can integrate materials from presentation applications such as Microsoft Powerpoint. After the two-day class you will have the skills needed to create your own e-learning presentations using Captivate. Our public Captivate course is delivered using the most current version of Captivate. Training for earlier versions is available upon request.
What you learn in this introductory Adobe Captivate course
- Understand Captivate's role in eLearning and its functionality
- How to create and publish new Captivate projects
- Create screen recordings and video demonstrations
- Create training for soft skills such as policies, procedures, and awareness
- Add pointers, buttons and highlights to call-out on-screen items
- Import content into e-learning projects and simulations
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Ways to attend this Adobe Captivate course
- Live online from your office or home
- Live in person at AGI’s classroom locations
- Private class, online, or in-person at your location: contact us to schedule or call 781-376-6044
Why learn Adobe Captivate at AGI
- Hands-on learning: Learn Adobe Captivate by doing, using our proven method to gain skills quickly.
- Proven curriculum: We have delivered Adobe Captivate training to thousands.
- Our expert instructors are skilled educators and the best in class with Adobe Captivate.
- Small class sizes: receive personalized attention with ten or fewer participants per class.
- Repeat for free: If you need a refresher or miss a class day, retake the class at no cost.
- Learn using proven methods: We have been teaching Adobe Captivate courses for 20 years
This course is available individually or as part of these certificate programs:
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction - Course Dates
All classes are led by a live instructor. Class times listed are Eastern time.
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Weekdays
Wed, Oct 18 2023 to Thu, Oct 19 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Weekdays
Mon, Nov 13 2023 to Tue, Nov 14 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Weekdays
Mon, Nov 13 2023 to Tue, Nov 14 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Adobe Captivate Training Class - Introduction
Weekdays
Wed, Dec 13 2023 to Thu, Dec 14 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Adobe Captivate Training Class Topics Covered
Lesson 1: Understanding Captivate’s role in eLearning
- Education Through Pictures
- Planning eLearning Projects
- Explore a Finished Captivate Project
- Explore the Default Workspaces
- Modifying the Workspace
- Creating Workspace
- Zooming and Magnification
- Navigating a Project
- Previewing a Project
- Create New Projects
- Inserting Standard Objects onto Slides
Lesson 2: Creating New Captivate Projects
- Creating Software Simulations & Screen Recordings
- Creating Soft Skills Training: policies, procedures, awareness training
- Learning to Create New Projects
- Importing Images
- Use Shapes as Buttons
- Disabling Sounds
Lesson 3: Creating Screen Recordings in Captivate
- Understanding Recording Settings
- Enabling Access for Assistive Devices
- Reviewing Default Recording Mode Settings
- Recording Using Multiple Modes
- Recording a Custom Simulation
- Recoding Demonstrations with Pan view
- Manually Recording the Screen
Lesson 4: Creating Video Demonstrations
- Recording video demonstrations
- Adding zoom effects
- Adding pan effects
- Smothing a mouse path
- Showing visual clicks
- Splitting and trimming video
- Inserting video projects into standard projects
- Publishing
Lesson 5: Creating Captions
- Styles and Timing in Captivate
- Inserting, Resizing and Moving Text Captions
- Modifying Caption Properties
- Editing Caption Styles
- Changing a Callout Type Used by a Text Caption
- Control Slide and Slide Object Timing
- Checking Spelling
- Importing and Exporting Captions
- Align Slide Objects
Lesson 6: Using Pointers, Buttons, and Highlight Boxes
- Adding a Visual Click and Sound
- Modifying the Mouse Pointer
- Inserting and Formating Text Buttons
- Setting a Button’s Pause After Timing
- Working With Image Buttons
- Inserting and Formatting Highlight Boxes
- Changing Mouse Paths
- Closing Object Styles
- Inserting a Rollover Caption
- Inserting a Rollover Image
- Creating a Zoom Area
- Using Rollover Slides
Lesson 7: Working with Images, Videos and Drawing Objects
- Inserting and Resizing Images
- Transforming Image Size and Position
- Crop and Rename an Image
- Remove a Background Color
- Using the Library
- Managing Project Assets
- Inserting a Cloud Callout
- Creating an Image Slideshow
- Inserting Videos
- Setting Video Properties
Lesson 8: Using and working with Audio
- Importing Audio onto a Slide Object
- Adding Background Audio Music
- Adding Slide Notes
- Calibrating Microphones
- Recording Slide Audio
- Importing Voiceovers onto a Slide
- Editing Audio Files
- Inserting Silence
- Converting Text-to-Speech
- Using Rollover Captions
Lesson 9: Working with States, Animation and Effects
- Adding Animation to slides
- Inserting Text Animation
- Applying Effects to Slide Objects
- Applying Filter Effects
- Modifying Effect Properties
- Saving and Importing Effects
- Changing State Views for Buttons
- Adding Animation to Slides
Lesson 10: Creating Simulations
- Causing the Mouse to be hidden
- Replacing Phrases
- Inserting Click Boxes
- Inserting Text Entry Boxes
Lesson 11: Using Captivate with PowerPoint
- Importing PowerPoint slides
- Resizing Objects
- Using Apply to All to Consistently Format Objects
- Updating Captivate Project with Edited PowerPoint files
- Synchronizing with Source Files
Lesson 12: Creating Quizzes in Captivate and using Question Slides
- Editing Quiz Object Styles
- Setting Quiz Preferences
- Applying Themes
- Hiding Slide Images
- Inserting Question Slides
- Editing Question Slides
- Adding Images to Question Slides
- Comparing Submit All and Submit Buttons
- Inserting Knowledge Checks
- Reviewing GIFT files
- Importing GIFT files into Captivate projects
- Creating Question Pools
- Moving Questions into Pools
- Inserting Random Question Slides
Lesson 13: Using Publishing to distribute your Captivate project
- Creating Internet Links
- Naming Slides
- Applying, Editing, Saving and Deleting Skins
- Create Table of Contents
- Check Publish Settings and Add a Loading Screen
- Publishing SWF and PDF files
- Using the HTML5 Tracker
- Publishing as HTML5
- Exporting Captions
AGI provides a computer with Captivate in our classrooms, but we recommend you have the Adobe Captivate application available for use when you return from this class. This Captivate training course is delivered in the most current version of Captivate but is suitable for those with earlier versions as well.
Exceptional Adobe Captivate course materials
Our proprietary curriculum has been proven effective in teaching [category short name] to thousands. You’ll receive our extensive written reference along with lesson files for you to continue your practice following the class. This Adobe Captivate course includes a copy of our Digital Classroom book with many projects and exercises.
Repeat for free
If you need a refresher or miss a day of class, you can repeat the Adobe Captivate class at no additional cost for one year.
Private Adobe Captivate classes for companies and groups
This Adobe Captivate class is available as a private workshop for your company, group, or team. Use the contact form on this page or call 781 376-6044 to learn more about private classes.
Adobe Captivate FAQ
Do I receive a Adobe Captivate certificate?
AGI provides a certificate upon course completion, which can be shared on LinkedIn and verified digitally on the AGI website.
How many students are in a Adobe Captivate class?
AGI limits its class sizes so that you receive personalized attention. Classes are limited to no more than 10 participants.
Can I get specific Adobe Captivate questions answered in the class?
Yes, as a live class, you can ask the instructor questions about how you will be using Adobe Captivate.
Does this Adobe Captivate class include job placement support?
AGI provides job support only when Adobe Captivate classes are taken as part of a longer-term certificate program, where AGI has a dedicated career counselor assigned to each certificate student.
Is this Adobe Captivate class for Mac or Windows?
You can attend this Adobe Captivate class using a Mac or Windows computer. The application itself has identical functionality for both. If attending in our classrooms, a computer will be provided using the operating system of your choice.