10 Steps to Convert Legacy Courses to HTML 5 [Infographic]

It is no joke that over 80% of internet users access information from portable devices. With the rapid advancements in technology, organizations are looking to tap the market and provide eLearning solutions that work across devices and platforms. This brings us to a question, are legacy eLearning courses developed in Flash, JavaScript, Dreamweaver, XML/HTML or initial authoring tools still compatible with the latest technology?

Unfortunately, no. A majority of legacy courses may not run as expected. Flash-based courses are no longer supported on many technology platforms. This has put L&D professionals in a fix.

HTML5 to the rescue

HTML5 is the solution to fixing eLearning courses that are developed in obsolete software. With HTML5, you can convert your eLearning courses to be:

• More responsive
• Accessible
• Flexible
• Scalable
• much more…!

→ Download eBook – Flash to HTML5 eLearning Conversion

What all can be updated with HTML5?

With HTML5, you can update an entire course or choose a specific element for design and development. Using the latest authoring tools and technologies, the required portion will be updated making all your eLearning training courses on par with the date. Popular training programs that are updated include:

• Rethink the content
• Tweak visual elements
• Review assessments
• Modify interactivities
• Redo branding elements
• Update Add-ons
• Shift the instructional design
• Convert learning nuggets
• Translate for globalization
• Repurpose content for new assets

10 Steps to Convert Legacy Courses to HTML5

Check out the infographic below to know how to convert existing training courses into HTML5 by following a simple 10-step process.

To that end…

By converting legacy courses to the latest technology i.e., HTML5; organizations stand to optimize training ROI, save time, cost, and effort. Additionally, eLearning solutions will be more user-centric and responsive, thereby enhancing the learning experience.

Bid farewell to your legacy courses today. Access our eBook titled “Flash to HTML5 eLearning Conversion: The 4 ‘R’s That Matter” to discover – Content conversion tactics, best-in-class authoring tools and select the best eLearning outsourcing vendor.

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in June 2016 and has been updated for comprehensiveness.

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