Learning & Development professionals are constantly on the lookout for the latest and greatest technologies to help tackle the ever-changing challenges faced in the medical training sector. At Enghouse Video, we believe Mediasite is pushing ahead with advanced tools to help L&D professionals upgrade their passive videos into engaging, interactive and effective videos.
Through the implementation of not only 360° videos but enhancements like interactive hotspots, buttons and triggered actions, users are able to engage in training content like never before.
The Power of 360° Videos in Training
360° videos offer an immersive experience that traditional flat videos simply cannot match. By uploading 360° video content to Mediasite, organizations can provide high-resolution, up to 8K, immersive experiences that can be viewed on a variety of devices, including computers, mobile phones, and VR headsets.
When viewed on a computer, users can click and drag to explore the video space, giving them control over what they see and how they interact with the content. For an even more immersive experience, users can watch these videos on VR headsets, which utilize head-tracking technology. This means that users can navigate through the 360° space naturally by moving their heads, creating a realistic and engaging training environment.
While the improved levels of engagement and interactivity will surely make L&D pros happier, what does this mean for security and management of your content? All content 360° or not, interactive or not still benefits from our industry leading security and management features directly within Mediasite. This means you can be sure secure medical training is still behind your organizations SSO login.
Introducing the Interaction Editor
Mediasite’s new Interaction Editor takes this immersive experience to the next level by allowing users to add interactive elements directly onto both flat and 360° videos. The Interaction Editor supports three types of interactions:
Hotspots:
Customizable circles or squares that can vary in shape, size, color, and transparency. These hotspots can be strategically placed within the video to highlight important features or equipment.
Buttons:
These can be customized in terms of color and size and can serve as clickable elements within the video, guiding users to additional content or actions.
Text:
Overlay text on the video to provide contextual information, instructions, or annotations.
These interactive elements can trigger various actions. For instance, clicking on a hotspot can navigate the user to a different point within the same video, to another video presentation, or even to an external webpage. This level of interactivity transforms passive watching into active learning, making the content more engaging and memorable.
360° Videos Practical Applications and Benefits
Combining 360° videos with the Interaction Editor has numerous practical applications and benefits:
Enhanced Information Retention:
Interactive and immersive content is proven to improve information retention compared to traditional video or text-based learning. Users are more likely to remember what they actively engage with.
Advanced Equipment Training:
Training on complex equipment often requires hands-on experience. With 360° videos, users can virtually explore and interact with equipment, learning how to use it without needing physical access. This is particularly beneficial for expensive or delicate equipment.
Remote Training:
Organizations can deliver high-quality training to remote users, reducing the need for physical presence. This is ideal for geographically dispersed teams or remote employees.
Cost Reduction:
Virtual training environments can significantly cut down on costs associated with on-site training, such as travel expenses, equipment wear and tear, and instructor fees. Trainees can practice and learn from the comfort of their homes using VR headsets.
Engaging Content:
Interactive videos transform what could be mundane training content into an exciting and engaging experience. Users are more likely to participate actively and complete training modules.
Example Use Case: Virtual Lab Training
Imagine creating a virtual lab where users can explore the lab space in 360° using a VR headset. They can interact with different pieces of equipment by looking at or clicking on hotspots. For instance, looking at a microscope could trigger a detailed explanation of its parts and usage. Clicking a button might open a video demonstrating a specific procedure. This interactive scenario provides a comprehensive training experience that closely mimics real-life lab training.
The combination of 360° videos and Mediasite’s Interaction Editor provides L&D professionals a modern, interactive approach to training and education. By leveraging these tools, organizations can create engaging, cost-effective, and highly effective training programs that cater to the needs of today’s learners. Whether for advanced equipment training, remote learning, or enhancing information retention, this technology is poised to revolutionize the way we train and educate.
Ready to transform your training program? Schedule a workshop or demo with one of our Mediasite Experts today to learn more about how 360° videos and the Interaction Editor can enhance training efficiency, reduce costs, and improve learning outcomes. Contact us now to take the first step towards a more interactive and effective training program.
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