Personalized Learning Paths with Storyline and Code
Mahesh Umakanth Naidu L.M./I.C.A.S
Swanky Tools? (AI-Powered Hiring & E-Learning Automation) | Vedic Strategy for Career & Financial Success
An EdTech startup once tasked me with a cool challenge: a leadership course that adapted to each learner’s style. Their basic Storyline draft was one-size-fits-all, but they wanted personalization—feedback and content that shifted based on user choices. I delivered a module where learners picked their focus (e.g., communication or strategy), triggering custom animations and tailored tips.
The solution?
Storyline for structure, JavaScript for logic, and GSAP for polish.
A script like,
let userPath = StorylineVariable; if (userPath == "communication") { showCustomContent(); } drove the personalization, while GSAP added flair—e.g.,
gsap.from(".feedback", {y: -50, opacity: 0, duration: 1})
slid in feedback from above. Learners raved about feeling “seen,” and the startup saw higher satisfaction scores.
Theoretically, JavaScript lets you tap Storyline variables to create adaptive paths—think of it as a choose-your-own-adventure engine. GSAP ensures those shifts look slick, not jarring. It’s a powerful combo for bespoke eLearning.
Here’s a Simple Bonus Personalized Learning Paths project using JavaScript and GSAP animations. This project allows learners to choose a path based on their preference, and the content dynamically adjusts.
Features
? User selects a learning path (e.g., Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced).
? GSAP animations smoothly transition between screens.
? Dynamic content loading based on the chosen path.
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Personalized Learning Paths</title>
<script src="https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/gsap/3.12.2/gsap.min.js"></script>
<style>
body {
font-family: Arial, sans-serif;
text-align: center;
background-color: #f5f5f5;
margin: 0;
padding: 0;
}
.container {
width: 100%;
height: 100vh;
display: flex;
align-items: center;
justify-content: center;
flex-direction: column;
}
.learning-paths {
display: flex;
gap: 20px;
margin-top: 20px;
}
.btn {
padding: 10px 20px;
font-size: 1.2rem;
border: none;
cursor: pointer;
background-color: #007bff;
color: white;
border-radius: 5px;
}
.content {
opacity: 0;
margin-top: 30px;
font-size: 1.5rem;
padding: 20px;
background: white;
border-radius: 10px;
box-shadow: 0px 0px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);
}
</style>
</head>
<body>
<div class="container">
<h1>Choose Your Learning Path</h1>
<div class="learning-paths">
<button class="btn" onclick="loadPath('Beginner')">Beginner</button>
<button class="btn" onclick="loadPath('Intermediate')">Intermediate</button>
<button class="btn" onclick="loadPath('Advanced')">Advanced</button>
</div>
<div class="content" id="contentBox"></div>
</div>
<script>
function loadPath(level) {
let content = {
"Beginner": "Welcome to the Beginner track! Start with foundational concepts.",
"Intermediate": "You're in the Intermediate track! Learn advanced topics and practice.",
"Advanced": "Welcome to the Advanced track! Dive deep into expert-level skills."
};
let contentBox = document.getElementById("contentBox");
contentBox.innerHTML = content[level];
gsap.to(contentBox, { opacity: 0, y: -20, duration: 0.3, onComplete: function() {
contentBox.innerHTML = content[level];
gsap.to(contentBox, { opacity: 1, y: 0, duration: 0.8 });
}});
}
</script>
</body>
</html>
How It Works
? Users pick a learning path, and the content updates dynamically.
? GSAP animation smoothly fades out and slides in the new content.
? Fully responsive and lightweight, requiring only HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Personalization is the future of learning, and I’m passionate about making it work. If you’ve got a vision for a course that adapts to your audience, let’s talk—I’d love to build it with you in Storyline!