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iSpring Suite MAX is an all-in-one toolset for creating e-learning content.

●Can simplify the development structure of content

Here are some standard roles for creating e-learning content:
●Director (oversees the entire project and sets the direction)
●Writer (writes the manuscript)
●Designer (designs the screen)
●Illustrator (creates illustrations)
●Narrator (creates narration audio)
●Sound engineer (edits and mixes audio)
●Programmer (writes scripts)
●Authoring software operator (finishes the materials)
●SCORM specialist (writes scripts for LMS)
●Checker...

Just by listing it roughly, you can see that it requires a certain system, right?
In addition, depending on the case, there may be a need for supervisors, photographers, and video performers.

iSpring Suite MAX has the features and materials to cover most of these. In other words, it is possible to complete everything with just one user.

Moreover, with iSpring Suite MAX, the ability to use familiar PowerPoint environment is also a major attraction.

●Fast development can be expected

These features also allow for speedy development.
With just a completed manuscript, you can select and configure the necessary materials and functions, and complete an e-learning course within a few hours.
Interactive elements such as quizzes and dialogue simulations can also be added simply by selecting from a menu, even without programming skills.

Of course, it also supports viewing on mobile devices and offline.
By changing the settings when exporting, you can generate materials for different viewing environments, allowing for efficient operation with one source.

For content creation using iSpring Suite MAX, please also refer to the following:
What is iSpring Suite? Easily create content with e-learning authoring tool

Let's take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of iSpring Suite MAX.

●Benefits

The benefits of iSpring Suite MAX include the convenience mentioned earlier.
●Even without specialized knowledge or skills, you can complete an e-learning course by simply selecting commands and materials.
●You can use the familiar interface of PowerPoint.
●You can create rich content such as interactive and narrated content by selecting commands.
●You can convert e-learning courses to various formats (SCORM, HTML5, MP4, etc.) with just one click.
●It is compatible with mobile environments.
●You can create narration voices in multiple languages using the text-to-speech function for each language.

●Disadvantages

So, what are the disadvantages?

First, there are some prerequisites that must be met in order to use our services.
You must have the desktop version of PowerPoint installed on your device. The cloud-based version of PowerPoint is not compatible.
Additionally, it is recommended that you have a good understanding of PowerPoint in order to fully utilize the features of iSpring Suite MAX.

In addition, it is not possible to create instructional materials with complex structures that go beyond the capabilities of PowerPoint.
For example, let's consider a case where something is selected on a slide. It is possible to change the next slide that is displayed based on the selection (branching).
However, when returning to the slide before the branching and selecting again, the instructional materials cannot keep track of the operation history.
In other words, when selecting option (1) and branching, and then returning to the question screen, the history of selecting (1) cannot be retained as shown in figure "A". Therefore, simply setting a link to go back will result in the same screen being displayed as before.

※Strictly speaking, there are corresponding measures here, but they will be omitted in this article.

In addition, iSpring Suite MAX is available for subscription and requires regular updates.
However, iSpring Suite / Suite MAX is constantly updated, allowing you to use it in its latest state.
※iSpring Suite also offers a perpetual license plan, but it is not eligible for updates.

So, what can you do with iSpring Suite MAX in practice?

●Confirmation tests and surveys for group training

You can also use it for follow-up of group training, not just e-learning.
By notifying the participants of group training with a URL and having them answer, you can easily check their understanding.
You can also set it to send the test results to the participants themselves, which can be used for self-checking, or to be received by the instructor or secretariat via email.

●Video shooting and editing

It is also possible to shoot and edit videos in one stop.
You can use your PC's camera to record the instructor's explanation and synchronize it with PowerPoint slides. You can also record the operation on your PC.
Advanced editing functions such as cutting unnecessary scenes, adding screen transition effects and narration are also available for recording.

●Adding Interactivity

With iSpring Suite MAX, you can easily create interactive learning materials.
For example, with "Dialogue Simulation", you can create role-playing simulations with interactive conversations.
It can also be used for training in conversation skills and sales skills.

●Multilingual Support

We can also support multilingualization.
First, you can export the text in a PowerPoint file for translation.
The exported data will be given to the translator for translation.
After translation, you can use the import function to replace the text in the PowerPoint file.

In addition, automatic text-to-speech is capable of supporting multiple languages, making it easy to create narrations.

Have you understood the point that iSpring Suite MAX is a toolset that allows you to create e-learning materials in one stop?
For companies that have already created many materials using PowerPoint and want to utilize them, or for those who are familiar with PowerPoint, this is a highly recommended application.
If you have any concerns such as "If only PowerPoint had a speech synthesis function...", "Can't we easily synchronize animation and audio?", or "If we could show screen operations in a video, we could create easy-to-understand manuals", please try it out at least once.

There is also a trial version available for free for 2 weeks. Please feel free to contact us.

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At Human Science, we have been providing e-learning material production services since 2000 and have produced nearly 3,000 materials over the past 20 years.
Among them, we have been using iSpring Suite MAX as a user.
Currently, we are participating in seminars and exhibitions in collaboration with iSpring.
We also sell as an authorized reseller for iSpring.

Leveraging our experience as users, we provide comprehensive support for the implementation, operation, and even creation of iSpring products.

At Human Science, we utilize not only iSpring Suite / Suite MAX, but also many other tools. This time, we focused on iSpring Suite MAX and provided guidance, but we also offer suggestions for tools, delivery formats, schedules, etc. according to our clients' needs.

If you have any concerns, please feel free to consult with us.

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