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Adobe Captivate Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Outline & Course Information

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

Locations for Training:

Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Captivate Advanced training course, intermediate to advanced users will learn the in-depth eLearning tools used to build more challenging content, while continuing to learn Adobe Captivate. You will benefit from the special tips and insider secrets that let you do more and save time by attending this Captivate training course. The topics covered in this course will allow you to work with many types of variables, import questions, create quizzes, work with responsive layers, share elements from Captivate with your team, publish in various formats, and use JavaScript with Captivate. You will also dive into Virtual Reality (VR).

Note: This Adobe training course for Captivate 2019 is now the standard version for Captivate 8 training, Captivate 9 training, Captivate 2017 training as well as for all other previous versions of Captivate.

Prerequisites: Students need to have completed our Captivate Introduction course or have working knowledge in all topics covered in the Introduction outline. 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 Captivate:
Content/Courseware Developer
e-Learning Developer
Multimedia Designer
Instructional Systems Designer
Subject Matter Experts

Projects That Use Captivate:
Creating Simulations
Creating Demos
Compliance training materials that run on screens of varying sizes
Transforming PowerPoint presentations into engaging eLearning using actors, voices, interactions, and quizzes.

Adobe Captivate Advanced Course Outline

1. Accelerating Production Flow
Importance of Themes for Rapid Development
Importing directly from Photoshop Layer Comps
Working with Responsive Themes
Using States to Reduce Timeline Clutter

2. Variables & Advanced Actions
Working With System Variables
Working With User Defined Variables
Working With LMS Variables
Advanced Actions
Conditional Actions
States and Captivate Objects

3. Questions and Quizzes
Importing Questions for other sources
Drag-and-Drop Interaction Wizard
Creating Pretests
Quiz Master Slides
Quiz Feedback Masters
Question Pools
Customizing Quiz Results Slides

4. Working with Responsive Layouts
Fluid Layouts
Fluid Boxes
Breakpoint Layouts
9 slice scaling
Relative positioning and scaling

5. Working with Teams
Saving and sharing themes
Saving and sharing skins
Saving and sharing object styles
Saving and sharing color swatches

6. Publishing
Publishing options
Web
LMS
Mobile
HTML5 Tracker

7. JavaScript and Captivate
JavaScript within Captivate
JavaScript communication with browser/internet
Using JavaScript for advanced variable manipulation
JavaScript as a data source
JavaScript communication with LMS
Retrieve and parse username from LMS
Set custom scores and LMS variables

8. Virtual Reality
VR Overview
Live Device Preview for VR
360 Learning Experiences

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 You Get
  • Hands-On Official Authorized Training & 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
Pricing

Public Enrollment Training

This course is currently not on our Public Enrollment Training Calendar. If you are interested, please click the link below to complete our request form.

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Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) Access from Anywhere, or Onsite at Your Location

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Dates to Register

This course is currently offered as part of our Captivate BootCamp Training. If you are interested, visit our page here!

If you are interested in Captivate Advanced training only, please click the link below to complete our request form.

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! We can have the Private Training at ThinkB!G in Columbia, Maryland, Virtually Online Live (Available for Most Courses), or Onsite at Your Location.

What's Included?

  • Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
  • Hands-On Official Authorized Training & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Instructors that are Senior Consultants Certified by Adobe (ACI), Apple (ACT), & Microsoft (MCT)
  • Official Curriculum Courseware
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Computer (Apple Mac or Windows PC) with Software & Class Files (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Continental Breakfast Every Day (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Catered Gourmet Deli Lunch Every Day (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Unlimited Snacks and Refreshments (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)
  • Notebook & Pen (In Person Only)
  • Free Parking (In Person Only at ThinkB!G)

Submit details and a formal training quote will be sent to you!

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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: 4.82 out of 5 - 11 Reviews

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The Environment Makes It Easy To Learn!
ThinkBig LearnSmart offers great training which is convenient and the environment makes it easy to learn! -DOD, Katherine (Adobe Captivate Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Best After Effects Training I Have Ever Received!
Best After Effects training I have ever received. The instructor was very approachable and more than happy to look over some of my earlier work and give constructive criticism to help me improve my skills. -DINFOS, Michael (Adobe Captivate Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Great instructor and tech help was quick!
Great instructor and tech help were quick when needed. Thanks again! -DOD, Kent (Adobe Captivate Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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The Training Was Hands-On!
The instructor was excellent during the four-day "Adobe Captivate Boot Camp." The training was hands-on, but also fast-paced with non-stop learning. Well worth the money and I will be recommending it to others within DoD/DMA. -DOD, Stephen (Adobe Captivate Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Focus on Your Specific Skill-set and Level
"If you're looking for a training that will focus on your specific skill-set and level, Think BIG is the place to go; they teach in an engaging format that's individually tailored to the needs of the specific learners in each class." - Tony W., Erickson Living (Advanced Adobe Captivate Class)
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Wonderful! Absolutely Valuable Training
"Wonderful! Thank you! Absolutely valuable and accessible training. Small classes allow the content to be tailored to our needs. Our instructor was encouraging and enlightening! I look forward to taking more classes!" - Hannah C., LIRS (Advanced Adobe Captivate Training)
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Learning Made Fun!
"This was learning made fun. It was very complicated information presented with much clarity and some fun. Thanks." Alicia W., LIRS (Captivate Advanced Training)
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This Class Is Exactly What I Needed to Get Started With My e-Learning Course!
"This class is exactly what I needed to get started with my e-learning course!" - Lori T., Metro (Advanced Captivate Training)
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Great Place, Excellent Staff, Wonderful Experience
"Great place, excellent staff, wonderful experience. Thank you!" - David P. - DOD (Adobe Captivate Advanced Training)
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Any Learner Would Have an Excellent Experience Here
"The Captivate instructor was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and pleasant to be around. She kept the lessons fun and moved at a great pace. The center itself is very nice and the staff is very welcoming. I think any learner would have an excellent experience here." - Christopher W., LIRS (Advanced Captivate Course)
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Phenomenal Learning Experience
"I had a phenomenal learning experience here at Think Big. The instructor was incredibly professional and has a tremendous command and expertise of Captivate. I feel so much more comfortable and confident in having learned the basics of Adobe Captivate and am eager to start applying this in my job. This knowledge will allow me to better serve the training needs of our employees." - Jessica S. - University of Maryland (Advanced Captivate Training)