Frequently Asked Questions about Lectora Publisher.
Do I need to be an e-Learning expert to use Lectora Publisher?
Lectora Publisher is for everyone—from beginners to experts. A new user can easily develop quality e-Learning content, while experienced developers get the power to build more customized, creative courses. We also offer many resources to help you get started.
What is a Lectora title?
Projects that you create with Lectora are referred to as titles. Your title is a file with an AWT extension. Titles are stored in your My DocumentsMy Titles folder by default. Each title is comprised of the AWT file along with any images or additional media that have been added to it. When you drag and drop media into your title, Lectora copies the media file from its original location into an appropriate folder, for example images, which is stored in the same location as the AWT file.
Can you create tests with Lectora and how are they handled?
Yes. You can create graded tests within your Lectora titles. Tests can include question types such as multiple choice, true false, matching, fill in the blank, hot spot and drag and drop. If you’re publishing your title to a learning management system (LMS), test results are sent automatically to the LMS. Otherwise, you can configure your test results to be stored in a custom database or sent to a Google Drive spreadsheet.
Can you use Lectora to create forms and surveys?
Yes. Lectora supports the creation of forms and surveys. Lectora’s surveys are similar to tests and can include question types such as multiple choice, true false, Likert and rank/sequence. Survey results can be sent to a learning management system, a custom database or even a Google Drive spreadsheet. Similarly, forms using controls such as entry fields, drop-down lists, check boxes and radio buttons can be created for collecting user information. Form data can be sent to a specified Google Drive spreadsheet or can be submitted to a custom script for processing.
Are academic and military discounts available?
Absolutely! Trivantis is proud to support academic and military organizations with the best eLearning software on the market. Contact Brian at 513-852-7904 to access special savings.
Is Lectora an HTML editor and do I need programming skills?
No. Lectora is not an HTML editor. Lectora is a WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) application that enables you to drag and drop items into your title, reposition and resize them using your mouse, add and format textual content and create interactivity using the Lectora interface. No programming is required. If you publish your content to a Web-based format, Lectora will create the appropriate HTML code that can be interpreted by Web browsers such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla FireFox and Apple Safari. However, you can add custom HTML, JavaScript and CSS code to your Lectora title if you want.
What kind of interactivity can be created within a Lectora title?
Lectora’s Action object enables you to create actions that can be triggered by buttons, hyperlinks, form objects, mouse-overs, keystrokes or simply when a page appears. You can use actions to create small games, flash cards, trivia game shows and more. You can use actions to trigger things like the movement of an object on a page, the submitting of a form or test and navigating within the title. You do not need any programming knowledge.
Can I create Section 508-compliant content using Lectora Inspire?
Yes. If you intend to publish your content to the Web, you can use Lectora Inspire to create content that complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act that applies to Web-based Intranet and Internet Information and Applications (1194.22). Lectora’s integrated 508 Checker will help you identify objects within your title that must meet specific requirements in order to comply. Lectora also meets WCAG 2.0 requirements.
What kind of published formats are supported?
Titles you create with Lectora Inspire can be published to the HTML for distribution on the web or mobile devices; to an AICC, SCORM or xAPI-conformant learning management system (SCORM 2004, 1.2 and earlier are supported); or for offline use. Titles that include tests and questions that are published to a learning management system (LMS) will automatically send test results to the LMS.
What kind of multimedia can I add to my Lectora Publisher titles and how do I add them?
Lectora supports nearly all types of digital image, audio and video formats, flash animations (.swf) and rich text and text documents (.rtf, .txt). These types of files can be dragged and dropped directly from your computer’s files into the Lectora workspace.
What languages does Lectora Publisher support?
Lectora Publisher is available in seven languages:
How do I publish content for a smartphone or tablet?
Lectora’s Web-based publishing options produce HTML pages that can be viewed through a smartphone or tablet browser such as Safari. Host your published content on a website or a learning management system, and access the content through the smartphone or tablet’s browser as you would any other website. Lectora also includes a number of iPhone templates that can be used to create content specifically designed for the size and functionality of an iPhone.
Does Lectora have word processing capabilities?
Yes. The text block object in Lectora can be used to type text directly into your title or copy and paste text into your title from an existing document. Text attributes such as font style, size, color and more can be configured directly within your title, similarly to how you use a typical word processing application. You can spell check your title and export the text for reviewers, subject matter experts and translators.
Where can I go to get more information about using Lectora Publisher?
There are a number of ways you can learn more about Lectora:
How do I get technical support?
You can purchase annual Lectora Publisher support for a minimal fee. If you do not already have technical support, contact your Lectora account representative. You can contact the technical support team at http://trivantis.com/contact-support or by phone—513.852.6700. Be sure to have your serial number available to give to your support representative.
What is a Lectora Maintenance Plan?
Lectora Maintenance is an annual agreement that enables you to receive any new features and enhancements that are released each year free of charge and provides you with a highly discounted Lectora renewal fee. Maintenance must be renewed each year in order to receive new features and benefits. If your maintenance expires, you are no longer eligible for upgrades.
Does a maintenance plan also include support?
No. Support services are not included with your Lectora maintenance plan. Support is an optional service that we recommend. Annual support can be purchased for $295/year for Lectora Inspire and $195/year for Lectora Publisher.
Is there anything I need in order to renew my maintenance?
Yes, in order to renew your maintenance you must have a valid Lectora license key. Please contact your Lectora account representative at 877.929.0188 to renew your maintenance contract.
How do I know what version of Lectora I have?
You can locate your version number in the Help menu within Lectora. Simply click on the Help menu and select About Lectora. In the bottom right-hand corner you will find your version number. You may also contact your Lectora account representative at 877.929.0188.
Where can I find my Lectora license key?
Your license key is located in the Help menu within Lectora. Simply click on the Help menu and select About Lectora. In the bottom left-hand corner you will see your license key. Please have this number available when calling to renew your maintenance contract.
If I don’t have a current maintenance plan, will I still receive service packs?
Yes, you will still receive any service packs released for your version of Lectora, but you will not receive new features or enhancements.
What happens if I skip a year by not renewing one year, but then want to renew the next?
When your Lectora maintenance expires, your Lectora licenses go back to full price and you no longer receive new features and enhancements. In order to receive the best possible price and the most current version, please renew your maintenance before your expiration date.
How much is Lectora maintenance?
Renewing your Lectora maintenance contract is $555 for Lectora Publisher users and $875 for Lectora Inspire users. This is a 65% savings.
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