Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Outline & Course Information

Duration & Times: 2 Days – 8:30AM-3:00PM EST

Locations for Training:

Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction training course, you will learn the basics needed to create compelling eLearning content with Articulate Storyline. The topics covered in this eLearning software course include getting to know Storyline and the various views used, creating projects, working with slides, adding objects to slides, working with audio and video including adding accessibility to objects in HTML5 (508 Accessibility), adding triggers and actions, working with themes and master slides, creating quizzes, adding object states, working with audio and narration, recording software simulations and demos, and publishing in various formats from Storyline for the best LMS compatibility.​

Note: This Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 training course is now the standard version for Articulate Storyline 2 training and all other previous versions of Storyline. Articulate does not offer an official certification exam for this course.

Prerequisites: Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus and commands. Students must be able to open, save, and close applications and files, as well as navigate to other folders.

Required Technical Set-Up:
• Primary computer connected to a second monitor OR second computer to view instructor live
• Reliable High-speed internet connection
• Web Browser: Google Chrome Preferred (Alternative: Microsoft Edge)
• 3-Button Computer mouse
• Audio Speaker/Microphone (built-in to computer or external)

Job Roles That Use Storyline:
Content/Courseware Developer
eLearning Developer
Multimedia Designer
Instructional Systems Designer
Subject Matter Experts

Projects That Use Storyline:
Building Interactive Content
Presentations
Creating e-Learning Modules

Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Course Outline

1. Introduction to Storyline
• E-Learning Overview
• Storyline’s Role in E-Learning
• Layout & Design Considerations for Storyline Projects
• Workflow and File Organization Practices for Storyline

2. Getting to Know Storyline
• Examine a Finished Project
• Use Storyline Views: Story View, • Slide View, Slide Master View
• Navigating a Project in the Story View
• Navigating slides in the Timeline
• Storyline Libraries
• Previewing Storyline Slides and Projects

3. Creating a New Storyline Project
• Determining Proper Slide Size for a Project
• Organizing a Storyline project using Scenes in Story View

4. Working with Slides in Storyline
• Inserting Slides into Storyline Project in Story and Slide View
• Using Themes and Slide Layouts
• Applying Slide Transitions

5. Adding Objects to Storyline Slides
• Adding Graphics: Images, Screenshots
• Shapes and Smart Objects
• Using the Content Library
• Adding Audio
• Adding Video
• Manually Adding Captions
• Adding Characters
• Adding Text Boxes and Text
• Inserting special characters
• Using links in Text Box
• Create Scrolling Text Boxes
• Controls
• Buttons
• Sliders
• Hotspots
• Checkboxes
• Radio Buttons
• Data Entry Elements
• Interactive Markers
• Simulate Mouse Movements in Storyline

6. Working with Media
• Video
• Video import from File
• Streamed video from Internet
• Video from Webcam
• Audio
• Add audio to slide
• Web Objects
• For Video
• For Internet resources
• Other Objects
• Highlight Boxes
• Mouse Cursor
• Zoom Area
• Rollover Objects
• Web Objects
• Adding Accessibility to Objects in HTML5 (508 Accessibility)
• Animating Objects

7. Triggers and Storyline
• Slide Triggers
• Button Triggers
• Actions

8. Working with Themes and Master Slides
• Why Themes Are Important for Rapid, Repeatable E-Learning Development
• Applying a Theme to a Storyline Document
• Working with Master Slide View to Modify an Existing Theme
• Master Slides vs. Layout Slides
• Saving and Sharing a Custom Theme with your Workgroup
• Object Styling and Formatting
• Using Themes to rapidly build e-learning course structure

9. Quizzes in Storyline
• Overview of Question Formats
• Inserting Question Slides into Storyline
• Form view vs slide view
• Quiz Results Slides
• Setting Quiz Preferences
• Setting Preferences for Publishing to a Learning Management System (LMS)

10. Object States in Storyline
• Built-in states
• Predefined states
• User defined states
• Controlling states of objects with triggers

11. Working with Audio and Narration
• Recording Audio Narration Directly from Storyline
• Hardware Setup and Configuration for Voice Over Narration

12. Recording for Software Simulations/Demos
• Recording Software Simulations
• Setting up Preferences
• Managing and publishing of Screen Recording
• Fine tuning screen recordings

13. Publishing Options in Storyline
• Configuring the Storyline player
• Flash SWF vs HTML5
• Publishing for Deployment to LMS

Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.

Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.

What's Included in Your ThinkB!G Training
  • Expert Virtual Live Instructor-Led, Hands-On Training by Senior Consultants, Designers, and Developers
  • Remote Access to Class Computer with Pre-Installed Software—No Licenses, Installs, or Downloads Required!
  • Instructor Live View of Participant Screens for Real-Time Over-the-Shoulder Support
  • Digital Course Materials for Post-Class Reference
  • 1-Year Access to Searchable Class Recording
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Certification Pack Option (if applicable): Includes Online Test Prep, Exam Voucher + 1 Retake, and Virtual Exam Proctoring
  • IT Support for Technical Setup & During Training
Pricing

Public Enrollment Training Pricing

Commercial Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $795
GSA/Government Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $640.81
Non-Profit/Education Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $745

 

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Dates to Register

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  • December 2, 2024 8:30 am EST
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  • January 13, 2025 8:30 am EST
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  • March 17, 2025 8:30 am EDT
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  • May 27, 2025 8:30 am EDT
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  • August 11, 2025 8:30 am EDT
  • August 12, 2025 3:00 pm EDT
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  • October 20, 2025 8:30 am EDT
  • October 21, 2025 3:00 pm EDT
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Custom Private Training

We offer this course as Custom Private Training or Project Based Training®!

If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!

What's Included?

  • Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
  • Instructor Led Hands-On Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
  • Official Curriculum Courseware & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During Training--No Installs or Downloads
  • Instructor's Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
  • If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
  • Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training

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Policies

Payment Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training class.

 

Payment Policy for Private & Project Based Training® Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training service.  Pricing provided is firm fixed price based on number of students.  Client is responsible for entire amount regardless of change in number of registrations.

 

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

  • Classes may be canceled if less than 4 students are registered. We will notify you of cancellations no later than 16 business days prior to class.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling more than 16 business days prior to class: You are eligible for a refund or free reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling less than 16 business days prior to class: No refund. No Reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • No Shows without contact: No refund. No Reschedule.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Custom/Private and On-Site Training Classes

  • No penalty if cancellation/reschedule is 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class.
  • 50% penalty will be incurred if cancellation/reschedule is less than 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class. This fee is to cover instructor expenses, travel, and course materials purchased.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Individual Students in Custom/Private Training Classes

  • Individual students registered in a private class, who cancel or do not show, are not eligible for a partial refund or reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student. Please contact your class organizer or manager if you need to cancel. 
Reviews

Average Review: 4.5 out of 5 - 20 Reviews

Great Experience All Around!
The opportunity to practice as we go has been so helpful! Our instructor has also been very warm and engaging, and the IT team was quick to solve issues with the system. Great experience all around! -Sarah, Trane Technologies (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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I loved my Instructor! I appreciated that she taught us something & we immediately practiced it. This was not lecture based, totally practical & applicable. Thank you for building my capabilities in a safe environment with a small class size. -Melissa, Trane Technologies (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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The Trainer was good. Thorough and patient. -Dunkin', Nancy (PVT Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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I really appreciated how smooth the entire training was. I look forward to taking more courses soon! -Special Olympics, Ryland (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training) Class
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Just like In Class Experience!
I attended the Storyline class virtually, and it was just like I was in the class. Great experience. -Anita, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Worth every penny! The instructor is patient and makes learning new software incredibly seamless. -Special Olympics, Maddison (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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The Instructors Were Knowledgeable And Helpful!
The course was well organized and covered the new skills I wanted to learn. The producers and trainers were knowledgeable and helpful.- CMS, Melissa (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Best And Most Effective Online Training I've Had!
Highly recommend! The whole team was amazing in getting me started, ensuring I was comfortable with the technology and training! Best and most effective online training I've had! Many thanks to All! -DOD, Melinda (Articulate Storyline 3 / Storyline 360 - Introduction)
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I highly recommend the Intro to Storyline course
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"The introduction to Articulate Storyline class was a great start to learning the software. The class was a good way to quiet the concerns of the software being overwhelming, although there is a great deal to learn. I feel confident that I will do well creating small projects. As my skill set grows, so will my projects." - Brenda H., University of Michigan-Flint (Articulate Storyline Intro Training)
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