For many training professionals, the idea of transforming their classroom workshops into engaging e-learning modules sounds straightforward: you already have the content, so all that’s left is putting it online. But once you open up an authoring tool, reality sets in. What should have been simple suddenly feels overwhelming. Let’s break down why this happens — and what can help.
1. The Tool Feels Too Complicated
Most authoring tools are designed with powerful features, but they often bury them in layers of menus and technical jargon. For a trainer whose expertise is in teaching people, not in software, this can feel like sitting in the cockpit of an airplane when all you really want to do is drive to the supermarket. The steep learning curve can stop progress before you even begin.
Tip: Look for authoring tools with intuitive interfaces, templates, and drag-and-drop functionality. If your tool requires a two-week training course to operate, it may not be the right fit for you.
2. Building Activities Feels Like Guesswork
It’s one thing to deliver a lively group exercise in the classroom — it’s another to replicate that experience online. Trainers often struggle with translating activities into meaningful digital interactions. Should it be a quiz? A branching scenario? A drag-and-drop? The options are endless, but the guidance is often limited.
Tip: Focus on learning outcomes first. Ask yourself: what should the learner be able to do at the end of this activity?From there, choose the simplest interaction type that supports that outcome.
3. Everything Takes Too Long
Even for those who manage to get comfortable with the tool, building slides, formatting text, adjusting layouts, and syncing audio or video can become incredibly time-consuming. What was once a 2-hour classroom session can take weeks to turn into e-learning.
Tip: Use templates, content libraries, and pre-built activity blocks whenever possible. Don’t reinvent the wheel — consistency often matters more than perfection.
4. Adapting Classroom Training Isn’t a Straightforward Transfer
A common mistake is trying to copy-paste classroom training into an e-learning format. Classroom training is designed for live interaction, Q&A, and group dynamics — elements that don’t directly translate online. This mismatch creates frustration when the digital version doesn’t “work.”
Tip: Re-think, don’t just re-type. Break content into smaller micro-learning modules. Instead of long lectures, use short videos, knowledge checks, or scenarios. The classroom material is your foundation, but e-learning needs its own structure.
The Good News
You’re not alone — nearly every trainer who ventures into e-learning creation feels this struggle. The challenge lies not in your teaching skills, but in bridging the gap between classroom expertise and digital design. The right authoring tool and a shift in mindset can make the process smoother, faster, and even enjoyable.
Meet Datafisher Tool: A Simpler Way Forward
If you already have training materials in PowerPoint, Datafisher Tool makes the move to e-learning effortless. Instead of starting from scratch, you can import your slides directly and quickly enhance them with interactive elements. No steep learning curve, no endless formatting, just a streamlined way to turn your existing content into engaging online training.
With Datafisher Tool, you focus on your expertise — the training — while the software takes care of the technical side.
Final Thought: Creating e-learning doesn’t have to be a battle. With the right approach, tools, and support, you can turn your training into engaging online experiences without losing weeks of your time or your sanity. And if you want to make that transition smoother, especially from PowerPoint, Datafisher Tool is built exactly for you.
Start turning your PowerPoints into powerful learning today – with Datafisher TooL. Schedule a free demo with Datafisher .