ABOUT
iPal Team
At iPal, our team is encouraged to think outside the box and to speak our minds on all subjects without the fear of discipline. At iPal, the team is our family and by treating our family with respect, loyalty and confidence it shows through to our client's products. When a company is led by a team, rather than an individual, it shows through in your e-learning programs. If you are looking for a team that is fun to work with, good at what we do, and understands how to transform your program into a successful one, think iPal.
iPal employs industry experts in the fields of project management, design, animation, programming, instructional design, professional voice narration, professional writing, translation, broadcasting and much more. When you work with a team of professionals, you get a professional product.
All About E-Learning
When you look at e-learning what do you see?
Over the last couple of years, the industry has been telling us that they see boring online learning that has limited interactivity, is confusing to use, is unprofessional and is unable to convey the learning content. iPal Interactive Learning was created in order to change that.
If you are wondering why e-learning was so poorly developed in the past and why it is still being poorly developed with most of the larger learning companies, let us shed some light on the subject.
Technology does play a huge factor in the development of an effective online learning program and the reality is that the technology was not readily available to everyone until recent years. That is not to say that the technology is the solution, but it does provide the means for being able to create an effective solution.
The e-learning industry is changing for the better and iPal is helping shape the way.
Client Testimonials
iPal appreciates all of the testimonials received from our valued clients.
Below are just a few comments of what clients had to say about working with us.
International Air Transport Association - IATA
"We have been working with the iPal team since late July and I can confess my high impressions of this company as being extremely customer-focused, talented in their field of online instructional design and development and quick in presenting creative solutions and project work-arounds. Their products are designed to effectively engage the learner and their work is thorough - they do not cut corners in their production, delivering more than what is expected and agreed. Finally, they have demonstrated sensitivity to international cultures, an important factor for the development of training solutions for IATA training customers."
Business Takes Action - Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters
"I wanted to take a few minutes to mention how incredibly supportive your whole team was throughout our project. The last couple of weeks I have been connecting with Maite and Marieka to resolve some LMS reporting glitches and they are extremely knowledgeable and intuitive. It is always a pleasure dealing with the iPal team. I have noticed a consistent pattern with regards to professionalism and I just wanted to congratulate you in “doing things right” and “doing the right things” as a business owner."
Carolina Perrotti
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Department of National Defence
"Your IDMM model is a great model that captures the essence of what we - instructional designers - need to consider in developing a winning e-learning course. Kind regards."
Rita Gero
Learning Consultant, Director General Learning and Professional Development (DGLPD)
The Process - Making an Online Course
There are many elements involved in developing an online course. It is important to understand all of the features that make an effective e-learning program. The following are the steps that make up iPal’s process.
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Create script from supplied client material and determine course flow.
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Separate content into lessons, animations, interactivities, quizzes, games, etc.
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Create slide planning document which outlines high level course structure.
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Gather extra support material and designate to specific lessons (ex. examples, definitions and further explanations).
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Client to approve script.
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Establish a "CFL"& (Common Look & Feel) for the course.
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Design interface and branding.
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Client interface design approval.
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Storyboard the script.
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Create supporting graphics (ex. charts, diagrams, interactive models, etc.)
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Make video animations using motion graphics to illustrate lesson content.
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Client to review storyboards.
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Script to be narrated by professional voice talent.
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Create animated avatars which will be the virtual instructors.
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Client to review animations.
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Create the learning activities, games, and course exams.
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Client to review activities.
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Course integration into authoring tool.
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Quality assurance and testing.
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Integrate into LMS (optional) and deliver course to client.
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Client satisfaction evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does iPal do?
A: iPal creates online E-learning Courses, (using graphics, avatars animations, interactive games,) which are integrated into an interface for an enhanced user
experience. » Watch a Demo
Q: Do I have to have my own content and imagery?
A: In order to plan the structure of your course, iPal requires documentation; whether it’s a PDF manual, a word document or a PowerPoint presentation, we will work with your SME's (subject matter experts) to make sure your content translates to an online environment. Imagery is always welcome; however, if you do not have any, iPal can develop graphics or models to support your learning material.
Q: Can I choose my own avatar?
A: Yes. iPal has a vast library of different avatars characters that range in age, gender, occupation and ethnicity.
Q: Can your courses be tracked?
A: Yes. Our courses are SCORM compliant, which means they can be integrated into an LMS system.
Q: What is an LMS? Do I have to have one?
A: LMS stands for Learning Management System. It is a software application for the purpose of documenting and tracking the learners results of e-learning courses. iPal can provide with an LMS if you require one.
Q: Can I have more than one course tied together within a LMS?
A: Yes. iPal is able to set-up your courses into modules that link together through a ‘Predecessor/Successor’ relationship. This relationship will ensure that your learners are able to follow the correct learning path.
Q: I want an e-course developed. How to I start the process?
A: The first step is to connect with an iPal Client Representative, after which you will be provided with a document to review and complete. This ‘Requirements’ document will walk you through a process that will help iPal better understand what you are looking for and what you have available to support the development of your e-learning program. » Contact Us
Q: How much does a course cost to develop?
A: There are so many factors required in order to be able to provide you with an accurate quote. iPal will need to take into consideration your content size (number of pages), types of interactions to be developed, animations, learning activities, whether or not you require an instructional designer, how many avatars you might require, LMS requirements and much more. Contact an iPal Client Representative to get a quote. » Contact Us
Q: How can e-learning benefit me as an instructor?
A: We hear this question quite often. E-learning is a great benefit for an instructor to be able to enhance their learning programs. For example: When you teach, how sure are you that each student has understood your materials? With e-learning, you can easily create what is called “Blended’ learning that could start off by assessing your learning. Based on positive results, your learners would pass through the modules without having to take any additional lessons. If the learner however fails the assessment, a refresher lesson populates and the learner is provided with additional support. Check out iPal’s Blended learning article for more information on this subject. » Read Article