Interactive eLearning Design with Articulate Storyline 360 — PickAClass
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Interactive eLearning Design with Articulate Storyline 360

Build highly interactive and accessible eLearning courses from scratch using triggers, variables, and modern publishing standards.

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Organizations everywhere need engaging, interactive digital training, but static slides often fail to keep learners focused. This text-based course helps you transition from basic presentations to dynamic, interactive eLearning experiences. You will master the core foundations of Articulate Storyline 360, progressing from initial slide setups to complex interactive scenarios. Through clear written explanations, code-free logic workflows, and practical design patterns, you will learn to build custom interactions, import external assets, and publish your courses to modern web and LMS standards. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamentals of the Articulate Storyline 360 interface, slide layouts, and scene structures. - Build interactive elements using triggers, states, layers, and conditional variables to customize the learner journey. - Design practical learning interactions including drag-and-drop activities, software simulations, and quizzes. - Apply modern accessibility practices to ensure your digital training is inclusive and compliant with current standards. - Configure and publish your projects using industry standards like SCORM and xAPI for seamless tracking and LMS integration. The course begins with fundamental terminology and workspace setup before guiding you through importing assets, scripting interactions, and managing variables. You will then explore step-by-step design workflows for common learning games and simulations, culminating in modern publishing best practices. This course is designed for aspiring instructional designers, corporate trainers, and educators who are completely new to Articulate Storyline 360. No prior programming or instructional design experience is required. Start reading today to build professional, highly engaging online training courses.

Course contents

7 modules · 31 lessons · 3h

1 Foundations & Workspace
Master the interface and structural basics of a Storyline project.
5 lessons · 28 min
  1. Essential eLearning Terminology
    Learn the key terms used in Storyline to communicate effectively in the industry.
    5 min
  2. Navigating the Storyline Interface
    Explore the ribbon, timeline, and panels to find your way around the software.
    6 min
  3. Setting Up Your Workspace
    Configure your preferences and story size for a professional start.
    5 min
  4. Organizing with Scene Structures
    Use Story View to manage large projects by grouping slides into logical scenes.
    6 min
  5. Working with Slide Layouts
    Apply and modify slide masters to maintain visual consistency across your course.
    6 min
2 Visuals & Design Patterns
Build the visual shell of your course using assets and proven design layouts.
4 lessons · 23 min
  1. Importing External Assets
    Bring in images, icons, and audio files from your computer or the Content Library.
    6 min
  2. Text and Shape Basics
    Create clear, readable content using built-in formatting tools.
    5 min
  3. Managing Media Assets
    Edit and optimize video and audio directly within the Storyline timeline.
    6 min
  4. Applying Practical Design Patterns
    Use standard eLearning layouts to ensure your content is intuitive for learners.
    6 min
3 The Logic of Interactivity
Understand the core engine of Storyline: Layers, States, and Triggers.
4 lessons · 24 min
  1. Using Slide Layers
    Display additional content without leaving the current slide using layers.
    6 min
  2. Mastering Object States
    Change how objects look based on learner actions like hovering or clicking.
    6 min
  3. Creating Your First Triggers
    Tell Storyline what to do when a learner interacts with an object.
    6 min
  4. Code-Free Logic Workflows
    Sequence multiple triggers to create complex interactions without writing code.
    6 min
4 Advanced Logic & Personalization
Use variables to create a customized and adaptive learner experience.
5 lessons · 29 min
  1. Introduction to Variables
    Understand how variables store information to be used later in the course.
    5 min
  2. Personalization with Text Variables
    Capture the learner's name and display it throughout the course.
    6 min
  3. Tracking Progress with Number Variables
    Use math-based variables to track points or completed sections.
    6 min
  4. Implementing Conditional Logic
    Use 'If/Then' statements to make things happen only when certain criteria are met.
    6 min
  5. Customizing the Learner Journey
    Branch your course so learners see different content based on their choices.
    6 min
5 Complex Interactions & Simulations
Build immersive activities including drag-and-drops and software training.
4 lessons · 24 min
  1. Building Drag-and-Drop Activities
    Create engaging sorting and matching tasks using the Freeform tool.
    6 min
  2. Recording Software Simulations
    Capture screen actions to create 'Watch' or 'Try' software tutorials.
    6 min
  3. Editing Step-by-Step Simulations
    Refine recorded steps to ensure clear feedback for the learner.
    6 min
  4. Designing Learning Games
    Combine triggers and variables to build simple, gamified knowledge checks.
    6 min
6 Assessment & Accessibility
Ensure your training is measurable and inclusive for all learners.
4 lessons · 23 min
  1. Creating Graded Quizzes
    Build standard question slides and customize the results page.
    6 min
  2. Question Banks and Randomization
    Keep assessments fresh by pulling random questions from a larger pool.
    5 min
  3. Modern Accessibility Practices
    Implement Alt-text and Tab Order to meet WCAG compliance standards.
    6 min
  4. Inclusive Design Principles
    Design with color contrast and navigation ease for a diverse audience.
    6 min
7 Publishing & LMS Integration
Finalize your project and prepare it for delivery to your learners.
5 lessons · 29 min
  1. Reviewing Your Project
    Use Articulate Review 360 to gather feedback and spot errors.
    5 min
  2. Customizing the Course Player
    Adjust the navigation buttons, colors, and menus of the course shell.
    6 min
  3. Publishing for the Web
    Export your course as HTML5 for hosting on a standard website.
    6 min
  4. SCORM and xAPI Standards
    Understand the technical formats required for tracking learner data.
    6 min
  5. LMS Integration and Tracking
    Upload your package to an LMS and ensure completion is recorded correctly.
    6 min
Final project

The Interactive Onboarding Module

You will create a mini-onboarding course that includes a personalized welcome, one interactive drag-and-drop task, a 3-step software simulation, and a final quiz.

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Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
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Reviews (12)

Alejandro Ortiz MX
★ 3 · October 28, 2026

Valuable content, well-structured. Some of the examples were a bit abstract, but overall a good learning experience.

Chidinma Okoro NG Verified learner
★ 4 · October 26, 2026

It's a solid course. The structure is logical and most of the examples were helpful. Could use a few more real-world scenarios though.

Irina Tudor RO Verified learner
★ 5 · October 17, 2026

An amazing learning experience! The structure was intuitive, and the content was presented with great clarity. Totally recommend this one.

David van Eck ZA
★ 4 · October 4, 2026

Brilliant course design. The way concepts build on each other is seamless. Very practical and well-explained.

Samrawit Gashaw ET
★ 5 · October 2, 2026

Loved the engaging delivery! Made learning enjoyable and the content is super relevant.

Nigatu Melese ET Verified learner
★ 5 · September 28, 2026

Couldn't have asked for a better learning experience. The structure flowed perfectly, and the examples were incredibly relevant. Highly recommend!

سفيان بن رشيد TN Verified learner
★ 5 · September 23, 2026

Brilliant course! The structure was intuitive and the actionable insights are invaluable. Highly recommend.

Michal Baláž SK Verified learner
★ 4 · August 16, 2026

Really enjoyed the flow of this. The practical applications discussed were spot on. Great course!

Santino Díaz UY Verified learner
★ 3 · August 11, 2026

The course content is good, but the presentation could be more dynamic. Some lessons dragged a bit.

Amarech Haile ET
★ 4 · July 31, 2026

Really enjoyed this course. The structure made it easy to follow, and the content was super engaging.

강지우 KR Verified learner
★ 4 · July 12, 2026

Really fantastic content. Clear explanations and a logical structure made learning a breeze. Great value.

Paweł Grabowski PL Verified learner
★ 4 · July 3, 2026

What a great learning experience. The structure made complex ideas easy to digest. Definitely worth the time investment.

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