Don't overlook the underdog

H5P delivers simple yet effective content creation

Just in case you’ve been living in a cave for the past 10 years, there’s a little tool called “H5P”, and it’s kinda changed the eLearning world. It seems strange that we are writing an article about something that was launched back in 2013, but it’s one of the tools that just keeps getting better and better, and it deserves a bigger stage.

The Birth of H5P: A New Era

In 2013, a new and transformative tool called H5P (HTML5 Package) was introduced to the world by the Norwegian company Joubel. With its mission to enable the creation, sharing, and reuse of interactive content, H5P quickly became a game-changer in the fields of education and online content development.

H5P was designed to empower educators, content creators, and learners to develop rich interactive web experiences without extensive coding knowledge, paving the way for a more engaging learning approach.

Connecting the World

Since its inception, H5P has made significant strides in connecting users across the globe. Its accessibility and ease of use have made it a favourite tool in classrooms, corporate training rooms, and online platforms everywhere. This universal adoption has facilitated a more unified approach to content delivery.

The 3 Best H5P Tools

The versatility of H5P is one of its most compelling aspects. Here’s a look at some of the tools we feel sets H5P apart:

1) Interactive Videos:

Transform your videos from “watch” to “do”; visual media for interaction, engagement, and active learning. Think Netflix’s “Bandersnatch”, placing the viewer in the driving seat and allowing them to navigate through your video and having a direct impact on the outcomes. If you are using standard video on your eLearning courses already, then transforming this into an interactive video is a breeze.

2) Branching Scenarios:

These are self-paced learning scenarios, allowing complete freedom for learners to explore, face dilemmas, and solve problems. You can fine tune your lessons to use cause and effect for proper “adaptive learning”. And best of all, it works with dozens of other H5P activity types, keeping your lessons engaging whilst avoiding repetition.

3) The Interactive Book:

This was a close call between The Interactive Book and The Course Presentation. Both are great tools for delivering content to your learners, but we felt as though the slide-based nature of the Course Presentation encouraged a “click-next” approach too similar to PowerPoint and is difficult to read on small mobile devices. The Interactive book, on the other hand, is beautiful on all screen sizes and the navigation menu and summary screen round off the tool in such a way it feels more like an eLearning package.

Transforming Learning

The impact of H5P on education and corporate training has been profound and far-reaching. By gamifying and enriching the learning experiences, educators and trainers have found new ways to inspire, engage, and teach their audiences. H5P’s interactive approach to content delivery has revolutionized traditional educational methods, making learning more relatable, enjoyable, and effective. And perhaps the most important aspect is that “anyone can build” using this tool.

Community and Collaboration

The open-source nature of H5P has led to the creation of a vibrant community of developers, educators, and enthusiasts. This collaborative environment has further propelled the growth and innovation of H5P, reinforcing its position as a leading tool in interactive content creation.

What Lies Ahead

As H5P continues to grow and evolve, its potential to shape and redefine the way we approach education and content creation becomes increasingly evident. Its user-friendly design, coupled with its wide array of tools, makes H5P not only a valuable asset for today but a promising solution for the future. In order for the project to grow and continue, it does need funding. Developers need to eat, right? H5P has introduced a paid version of H5P, whilst retaining the free Open Source version. The paid version has more content types and better support, and it is a logical move to secure the future of the product. A.I has already started making its way into some of the content types, and things will only get better.

So, whether you’re an educator, a corporate trainer, or simply someone looking to enrich your content, H5P offers a world of opportunities to make learning interactive, engaging, and effective. The future of content creation may have already been with us for 10 years, but H5P is still leading the way.