Custom E-Learning Development Process
This week's e-learning challenge is to create an explainer video using the popular Common Craft Style graphics approach. Since I've always wanted to try my hand at this type of...
Combining Text with Images in E-Learning
This week’s e-learning challenge asked course designers to share creative ways to combine text and images in e-learning. I’ve always been a fan of overlaying text on images for course introduction screens so this challenge was a lot of fun!
Here are a few examples I’ve created for previous E-Learning Challenges.
Text-In-A-Box
This simple technique creates contrast between the text and background.
Another option for placing text in boxes is to use image containers that visually align with the slide design.
Lighten Image for Contrast
A quick way to create contrast between text and image is to lighten the background and use a dark color for text.
Blurring the Background
Blurred backgrounds help to reduce visual noise and create a stronger contrast for your type. Here’s an example of using type over blurred backgrounds that I shared in a previous e-learning challenge.
That’s a great selection of options for putting text with graphics!
Hi Dan! Thanks for your kind feedback on my examples.