"The project was a brillant collaboration between government agencies and our external contractor Captovate, we are very proud of what has been produced." CE Department of Corporate and Digital Development
"The project was a brillant collaboration between government agencies and our external contractor Captovate, we are very proud of what has been produced." CE Department of Corporate and Digital Development
CASE STUDIES
CASE STUDIES
OneNTG Orientation
Platform:
Articulate Storyline
Summary of project
In 2022 Captovate was commissioned to develop the orientation training for the Northern Territory Government.
The objective of this project was to develop eleven (15 to 30 minute) modules aimed at providing new employees with an orientation of the workings of the Government. Topics included:
- Employment conditions and responsibilities
- ICT Services and Information Management
- Health and wellbeing
- Core capabilities under public sector framework
- WHS
- Integrity
- Equity, Diversity and inclusion
- Corporate responsibilities, such as travel procurement and finance.
An additional two modules covering employment in remote areas and executive contracts will be delivered in early 2023.
What training was developed
Captovate was provided with the high level content requirements for each topic and access to internal information. Our content expert developed the scripts based on that content. This was then visually translated into PowerPoint based storyboards by our Instructional Designer who also has a working knowledge of the technical capabilities of Articulate. The Storyboards were designed by our graphic designer. It was at this point that the client reviewed the content and provided feedback. Once sign off was achieved on the storyboards, the module moved into Articulate development. Each module underwent a user testing phase - and changes were made based on the feedback. Each Module includes interactive knowledge checks.
Deliverables
- Full content development including:
- working from face-to-face PowerPoint presentations;
- workshops with internal content experts; and
- summarising core legislation.
- Storyboarding and script writing
- Creating key avatars
- Developing the ‘videoscribe’ video - see example below
- Creating all the supportive graphics
- Procurement of talent and audio recording and editing
- Full Articulate Storyline development
- Designing and building the key activities
- Laying of sound, and matching the sound to transitions
- Outputting in the relevant format to play within the NTG Moodle platform.
Visual examples:
Below are some visual examples of the modules. Captovate designed graphical elements to help reduce the amount of text on screen and to make the modules more engaging, as the client required specific text to be displayed for compliance reasons.
Our design team were conscious of keeping inline with NTG’s brand elements.
Integrating high-quality voiceovers into your eLearning content is essential as it provides additional engagement, particularly for auditory learners, and ensures your outputs conform to accessibility guidelines. At Captovate, we use Microsoft Azure because it offers a powerful, secure, and efficient platform for accessing and utilising voiceovers. By leveraging Azure's advanced AI capabilities, you can create natural and expressive voiceovers that enhance your content's appeal. Why Choose Microsoft Azure for Voiceovers? Enhanced Security Microsoft Azure prioritises the security of your data. With robust encryption protocols, multi-factor authentication, and compliance with international security standards, Azure ensures that your voiceover projects and sensitive information are protected against unauthorised access and cyber threats. If you work for a government agency, this helps ensure you conform to your internal cybersecurity requirements (although it is important to check with them). Save Output Saving voiceover outputs using Microsoft Azure is straightforward and secure. After generating the voiceover using Azure's Text-to-Speech service, you can download the file directly to your computer in formats like MP3 or WAV. This makes it easier for you to edit content if something changes. Customise Pronunciations Customising pronunciations using phonetic codes in Microsoft Azure involves using the Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) to define how specific words or phrases should be pronounced. By embedding phonetic codes within your text input, you can control the pronunciation precisely. For example, using the ` ` tag with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) or custom phonetic alphabets within SSML, you can specify the desired pronunciation for each word, ensuring accuracy and clarity in the generated voiceover. This flexibility allows for tailored speech outputs that match regional accents, technical jargon, or specific name pronunciations. Insider knowledge: For some reason, voiceover software has issues with pronouncing words ending in "ies," such as "policies." This customisation allows us to control the output. We have created a lexicon for challenging words. Cutting-Edge AI Technology Azure's AI-powered text-to-speech capabilities deliver natural and expressive voiceovers, enabling you to create more immersive and engaging content. With a wide range of voices and languages, you can tailor your voiceovers to match your project's specific requirements. Cost-Effective Azure's pay-as-you-go pricing model ensures that you only pay for what you use, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes. How to set it up Go to https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/free/ Click the "Start Free" button If you haven't already got a microsoft account, create a new one. After you have filled in the relevant information, watch the two videos below. First first - Watch Video Second step - Watch Video In the browser type in speech.microsoft.com After that you should be ready to go.
Do you need to publish a Storyline file to your website or intranet.
Are you considering the development of eLearning modules? If so, one of the first questions on your mind is likely to be:
We recognise that they key to success is to ensure learning modules are ‘designed to be interactive and engaging’. As innovation gurus, Captovate has a number of innovative suggestions for increasing efficiency and effectiveness. While not delivered via the LMS, they do serve to create a ‘life long learning model’ - which sees learning go beyond the classroom and fit into various dimensions of a person's whole life.