We're happy to announce the launch of our new PowerPoint import feature. This addition allows instructional designers to transform existing PowerPoint presentations into interactive eLearning modules while significantly streamlining course development.
The feature has the ability to support PowerPoint import as well as other .pptx files, such as those downloaded from Google Slides. For flexibility, these files can be imported either to initiate brand-new course design or added to existing modules.
Simon Waldram, product manager here at Gomo, commented:
“We know that learning designers are often short on time and under pressure to deliver engaging eLearning while cooperating with stakeholders across a wide range of functions. That's why we're so pleased to bring the PowerPoint feature to market. It will help these hardworking professionals streamline collaboration and save time—all while crafting the interactive, responsive eLearning content our platform is known for.”
Learning designers and course creators often use .pptx files during the initial storyboarding phase of the learning design process. Stakeholders outside of the eLearning function may also be accustomed to sharing feedback on these types of files. The ability to import .pptx files will allow learning designers to continue with established workflows. By seamlessly bringing the storyboarding process into an authoring tool, content creators can reduce complexity in the design workflow and save time as stakeholders share feedback during the initial stages of course creation.
The PowerPoint import feature allows for rapid slide deck uploads. Each slide can be imported as an individual screen, with all content being retained. Gomo intelligently separates all the text, images, videos, and audio from the slide deck into different elements. This enables learning designers to apply the full spectrum of Gomo features—including interactivity and AI-powered translation—to each element.
Even slide notes can be imported, giving learning designers peace of mind that no important context will get lost between the initial stages of the course’s design and its execution.
Waldram commented:
“We always keep communication channels with our customers open, and we knew that the ability to retain slide notes was an extremely high priority for them. We're so pleased to provide this functionality as we know learning designers work very hard in the initial stage of course design and want to retain valuable course details from the slide note section as they execute the final course design in Gomo.”
About the author: Jared Orlin
Jared is the Content and Press Manager for Learning Technologies Group’s (LTG) family of digital learning and talent management companies, which includes Gomo. With over 22 years of experience as a writer, proofreader and editor, in both print and online, Jared’s career highlights include extensive appearances on radio, including hosting his own show, and a role as deputy editor of South Africa’s largest TV publication. He has a BA in English Literature and Social Anthropology from the University of the Witwatersrand, and a diploma in Sales and Marketing from Damelin College. He now lives in Brighton, UK, where he manages LTG’s global team of content writers as well as the company’s PR efforts.