Making E-Learning More Accessible for a Global Audience
In response to growing demand for translated learning across our international membership, I identified an opportunity to extend the functionality of the Articulate Storyline player. Because its built-in closed captions are not compatible with browser translation tools, multilingual delivery typically requires separate localized course versions and costly translation and production workflows. Using AI-assisted development, I created a custom JavaScript solution that transformed the player’s glossary into a synchronized, browser-translatable transcript panel, expanding access to multilingual learning at virtually no cost to the organization.
Impact
52% of evaluation respondents reported using the translation feature. Of those learners, 97% rated the quality of the translation as Good or Excellent.
Design Insight
Innovation doesn't always require new platforms or expensive software. By leveraging AI to explore, prototype, and implement practical solutions, existing tools can often be extended in ways that improve accessibility and the overall learner experience.