Top 5 AI Tools for Online Course Creation in 2025
- Mustafa Hameed
- May 1
- 4 min read
Build Smarter, Teach Faster, and Deliver Professional E-Learning Experiences with AI
Last week Techenova journalist Mustafa Hameed had the chance to visit the Learning Technologies event 2025. It took him down the rabbit hole of e-learning course creation. As tech develops at fast pace, our desire for knowledge is becoming equally insatiable. Mustafa had the chance to meet, talk to and test out some of the products on the market.
From automating course structure to producing engaging video lessons and interactive content, AI tools now make it possible to go from idea to polished e-learning product faster than ever. Below, I explore five of the best AI-powered platforms for full course creation.
Best for: Professional-grade interactive courses and corporate training
Articulate 360 remains the gold standard for instructional designers—and in 2025, it’s now enhanced with AI capabilities. The suite includes tools like Storyline 360 and Rise 360, which allow creators to build responsive, scenario-based learning with drag-and-drop ease. Their end products are smooth and slick. They recently launched localization which means your content can reach people across the globe now in different languages. They were one of the principal sponsors at the Learning Technologies event too and put on an amazing exhibition stand with stellar customer service support.
Pricing:
Articulate 360 AI Teams Plan: $1,749 per user/year
Articulate 360 AI Personal Plan: $1,449 per user/year
Articulate 360 Standard Teams Plan: $1,499 per user/year
Articulate 360 Standard Personal Plan: $1,199 per user/year
Education Discounts: Available for qualifying institutions and students
What makes it stand out:
AI-assisted slide creation and layout suggestions
Interactive assessments and branching scenarios
Compliance and accessibility support
SCORM, AICC, and xAPI output for LMS compatibility
Whether you’re training employees or building certification programs, Articulate 360 provides the control and sophistication needed for complex e-learning environments.
2. Coursebox
Best for: Rapid course creation from a simple idea
Imagine typing in a single sentence like “Teach a beginner’s course on content marketing”—and instantly getting a full course outline, modules, learning objectives, and assessments. That’s exactly what Coursebox does.
Pricing:
Free Plan: $0/month (limited features)
Basic Plan: $16.58/month
Expert Plan: $33.25/month
Fully Branded LMS: $99/month
Why creators love it:
AI builds the entire course structure in minutes
Auto-generates quizzes, summaries, and descriptions
Easy export to platforms like Moodle, SCORM, or web
Ideal for coaches, freelancers, and training teams
Coursebox is perfect for those who want a turnkey solution without sacrificing quality.
3. Synthesia
Best for: Creating professional video lessons with zero filming
Video is still king when it comes to online education—but recording and editing can be a time sink. Synthesia lets you generate high-quality training videos using realistic AI avatars that speak your script in over 120 languages. Their stand was super busy at the Learning Technologies event and having tested out the tools, you can see why there is buzz around this company.
Pricing:
Free Trial: 3 video minutes/month
Starter Plan: $29/month for 10 video minutes
Creator Plan: $89/month for 30 video minutes
Key features:
Create talking-head videos without cameras or actors
Customize avatars with branding and text overlays
Ideal for explainer videos, onboarding, and microlearning
Supports screen recordings and visual demos
Pair Synthesia with Coursebox or Articulate, and you have video modules ready to drop into your course framework—no editing suite required.
Best for: Creators and entrepreneurs who want to build, market, and monetize online courses with minimal tech setup.
Teachable is one of the most widely used course platforms globally, trusted by entrepreneurs, educators, and creators. It offers a sleek, user-friendly interface for course creation, plus tools for AI-powered sales pages, automated course structure, and integrated monetization (subscriptions, bundles, etc.).
Why it’s a top pick:
Massive creator base (over 100,000 users)
AI assistant to help write sales copy and outline content
Drag-and-drop course builder with quizzes and video hosting
Built-in checkout, affiliate marketing, and email integrations
Ideal for solopreneurs, creators, and educators
Pricing (2025):
Free Plan: $0/month (includes a $1 + 10% transaction fee)
Basic Plan: $59/month
Pro Plan: $159/month
Business Plan: $665/month
Best for: User-friendly drag-and-drop course creation
If you’re new to course building or prefer a simple interface, Easygenerator is a top pick. It combines ease-of-use with smart AI features to help you create well-structured, engaging content without needing a tech team. The company itself has been around for a while and their presentation at the Learning Technologies event by Maria Cabral emphasised the didactic, dynamic and engaging ethos of Easygenerator. The tool is definitely one you should check out.
Pricing:
Free Plan: $0/month (limited features)
Pro Plan: $116/month
Team Plan: $582/month
Enterprise Plan: Contact for pricing
Why it’s great:
AI-powered writing assistant and learning path suggestions
Drag-and-drop lesson builder with real-time feedback
Built-in quiz and assessment generator
Real-time collaboration for teams
Easygenerator strikes the perfect balance between speed and structure, making it ideal for SMEs, HR departments, and independent educators.
Final Thoughts: Build Courses Smarter, Not Harder
The Learn Technologies event showed how AI has dramatically changed the way online courses are being created. What once took weeks or months can now be done in days—without sacrificing quality. The tools above help you design, produce, and deliver professional courses from start to finish.
So, that's our recommendations for AI Tools for Online Course Creation. Start using them so you can stay ahead of the curve.
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