1. The Lecturer as a Producer
Meeting 2:
Stage C: Recording
Background information
Presentation: Meeting 2
Estimated duration: 60 to 90 minutes
Individual meeting
Pre-meeting requirements:
Come with a presentation from one of the lessons ready for recording.
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2. Meeting Segments Stage C: Recording
Learning about the recording environment
Watching examples of explanatory videos, both good and bad
Tips for quality narration
“Quiet! Recording in process!"

3. Learning About the Recording Environment
Desktop computer Headset with a built-in microphone or a table-mounted microphone Wacom tablet or screen HD web camera
Guidelines for the instructor Wacom tablet or screen
For lecturers who plan to record "writing board" videos, the Wacom equipment will not be necessary.
If there is no recording studio, a Wacom screen would not be required and a simple Wacom tablet could be used in its place . It requires more practice and getting used to.
Web camera
If the workshop is for lecturers who are not planning to integrate a video of themselves, a web cam is unnecessary.

4. Watching Examples of Explanatory Videos
Guidelines for the instructor Present approximately 60 seconds of each clip and ask the lecturer's opinion. What is good about the video? How can it be improved?
What do you find bad in them? What do you find good in them?
EdX - relevant research

5. Tips for Quality Narration

6. Smile! The world is beautiful 
The viewers will hear the smile.
A smile will soften the tone of speech, making listening to it more pleasant.

7. D-i-c-t-i-o-n! Keep your mouth open and your diction correct.
Close your sentences.
If you are asking a question, make sure the question mark is heard in your voice.

8. Speech Pace and Volume
Maintain a good pace, not too slow and not too fast.
Do not speak too softly or loudly. Speak normally, just as you would to a person standing in front of you.

9. Do Not Be Monotonous Vary your voice pitch.
When you get enthusiastic, express it!

10. Use the Microphone Properly
Make sure the microphone is close enough and at mouth level.
Make the recording in a quiet environment (Winners' tip: the sound of trucks or chainsaws in the background is not recommended!)
Guidelines for the instructor: These tips can be practiced by making a 30-second demo recording.

11. Tips for Shooting a Quality Video
Camera height: Aim the camera at your eye level.
Gaze: Look straight at the camera when talking.
Lighting: Make sure that the lighting is balanced and your face is well lit.
Visual noise: Avoid shooting with a background that may distract the viewer, such as multiple pictures, colorful objects, etc.
Speak freely: Imagine you are talking with a friend standing just in front of you (keep an eye contact(.

12. Recording in Progress!
Guidelines for the instructor In this stage, you will use a hands on approach for teaching the lecturer the preferred recording method for him or her. It is recommended to limit the choice to no more than 1 or 2 recording methods.

13. Choose the Recording Method
The Software Application to Use
The Preferred Recording Method
Power Point
Presentation-based video
Office MIX
Presentation-based video with a small video window
Screen Capture video
Writing Board video
Guidelines for the instructor Together with the lecturer, choose the preferred recoding method and go to the appropriate module.

14. Recording using PowerPoint Background information
Description
PowerPoint can record slides accompanied by a lecturer's narration.
Note
Before making the recording, it is recommended to make a backup copy of the presentation to work on to avoid overwriting the original file.
Guidelines for the instructor
This is the fastest and simplest way to record an explanatory video.
It can be recorded using any personal computer where MS-PowerPoint is installed.
When the process is completed, the recorded presentation will be saved as a regular video file in MP4 format.
Technical Requirements
PowerPoint (it is recommended to use version 2013 or later).
Equipment: microphone.

15. Recording using PowerPoint Training stagesB
Introduction and 1st recording
Review of the recording toolbar.
Presentation recording, including using a microphone.
Editing the recording
Slide recording deletion.
Re-recording of a specific slide.
Guidelines for the instructor
Module time planning (20 minutes)
Introduction and first recording - 5 minutes
Editing the recording - 5 minutes
Saving the recording - 5 minutes
Full recording and editing - 5 minutes
Emphases for recording
The recording can be controlled by using the toolbar on the upper left of the screen.
Note that if a mistake is made , there is no problem to re-record a specific slide narration.
Certain areas on the screen can be lit using a virtual laser pointer by clicking Ctrl + the left button on the mouse .
The Notes area can be used to write notes or a script for each slide. The notes can be presented while recording.
Emphases for editing
If there is any confusion during recording, or if corrections are required or desired, the slide can be recorded again. C D
Saving the recording
Export of the recording to a MP4 file.
Full recording and editing
A full recording of five minutes with at least three slides.

16. Recording using PowerPoint Auxiliary Materials
Recording slides - link
Saving the presentation as a video - link
Guidelines for the instructor The Auxiliary Materials can be used by the lecturers after the meeting as a supporting aid.
It is recommended to use version 2013 or later, so that the videos can be saved using the MP4 format.

17. Recording Using Office Mix Background Information
Description
Office Mix records PowerPoint slides accompanied by a lecturer's narration.
In addition to recording the slides, Office Mix enables you to:
record the lecturer's video
capture screens
Write or draw on screens
Note
Ensure that the PowerPoint version is 2013 or later and then install the Office Mix add-in.
Guidelines for the instructor Technical lineup
Installing the Office Mix add-in on the recording computer.
Equipment: microphone, camera and Wacom tablet if necessary.
Important note!
Because Office Mix's screen capture and writing capabilities are very basic, it is not the recommended solution for videos where most of the content lies in capturing screens or writing on virtual boards. In these cases, we will use Screencast-O-Matic that is discussed later in the presentation.

18. Recording using Office Mix Training StagesB
Introduction and first recording
Getting acquainted with the "Mix" menu.
Demonstration of presentation recording, including use of a microphone, camera, pen and screen capture.
Editing the recording
Slide recording deletion.
Re-recording of a specific slide.
Guidelines for the instructor
Module time planning (30 minutes)
Introduction and first recording - 10 minutes
Editing the recording - 5 minutes
Saving the recording - 5 minutes
Full recording and editing - 10 minutes C D
Saving the recording
Export of the recording to a MP4 file.
Full recording and editing
A full recording of five minutes with at least three slides.

19. Recording using Office Mix Auxiliary Materials
Downloading Office Mix - link
An Introduction to Office Mix - video
Explanation and useful tips for recording - video
Adding screen capture - video
Guidelines for the instructor The Auxiliary Materials can be used by the lecturers after the meeting as a supporting aid.

20. Recording Using Screencast-O-Matic Background Information
Description
Screencast-O-Matic captures all that takes place on the screen, including cursor movement, typing, etc.
This method is suitable for recording explanatory content on a software application of a website.
The lecturer's video can also be added.
Notes
It is recommended to prepare a basic script and print it for the recording session.
It is recommended to open all the windows to be displayed in advance, such as websites, applications, presentations, etc.
Guidelines for the instructor
Additional emphases
With this recording method, you can combine a variety of sources into one video recording.
Since the recording is based on a live screen capture, this recording type is more complex and it is highly recommended to prepare a basic script with at least an outline.
Technical lineup
Buy a Premium subscription for Screencast-O-Matic and ensure that the computer supports its installation.
Equipment: microphoneand camera if necessary.

21. Recording Using Screencast-O-Matic Training StagesB
Introduction and first recording
Getting acquainted with the system.
Screen capture recording, including use of a microphone and camera.
Editing the recording
Deleting a section of the recording
Adding a new recording to an existing one
Visual enrichment
Guidelines for the instructor
Module time planning (30 minutes)
Introduction and first recording - 10 minutes
Editing the recording - 5 minutes
Saving the recording - 5 minutes
Full recording and editing - 10 minutes
The introduction stage will include opening an account in Screencast-O-Matic, including downloading the software part and running it by way of the website and the computer. C D
Saving the recording
Export of the recording to a MP4 file.
Full recording and editing
Full recording of five minutes.

22. Recording Using Screencast-O-Matic Auxiliary Materials
Downloading of Screencast-O-Matic - link
User guides - videos
Guidelines for the instructor The Auxiliary Materials can be used by the lecturers after the meeting as a supporting aid.

23. Recording Using Open-Sankoré Background Information
Description
Open-Sankoré captures writing on a digital board.
Notes
It's recommended to prepare a basic script and print it for the recording session.
You can prepare in advance "boards" and computer files you will use in the recording.
Applications
Use a screen capture software such as Screencast-O-Matic.
Ensure that Open-Sankoré is installed.
Guidelines for the instructor
Emphases
In this recording method, the produced outcome is a writing board video, such as that of Khan Academy.
The lecturer can solve problems, mark-up an illustration or more. Anything written on the Wacom tablet or screen is recorded.
It is important to practice writing on the tablet, since it is not an intuitive action and the result is not like writing on a regular sheet of paper.
Since the recording is based on a live screen capture, this recording type is more complex and it is highly recommended to prepare a basic script or at least an outline.
Technical lineup
Buy a Premium subscription in the Screencast-O-Matic website and ensure that the computer supports the installation.
Installation of Open Sankore.
Equipment: microphone, camera (if necessary), Wacom tablet or screen.

24. Recording Using Open-Sankoré Training StagesB
Getting acquainted with the system
Getting acquainted with the tablet and pen.
Getting acquainted with the software tools: pen, marker, highlighter, laser pointer, eraser, croppingand addition of a board page.
Experiencing using the software
Informal use.
Practicing: erasing, enlargement, opening a new board page, adding pictures and other elements, embedding and writing in a file and saving.
Guidelines for the instructor
Module time planning (40 minutes)
Getting acquainted with the system - 5 minutes
Experiencing use of the software - 15 minutes
Trial recording - 15 minutes
Saving the recording - 5 minutes
Emphases
The introduction stage will include: opening an account in Screencast-O-Matic, including downloading the software and running it by way of the website and the computer. Followed by downloading and installation of Open Sakore.
The trial recording stage will include: a trial recording of 5 minutes during which the following features would be used: pen, changing the pen's color, adding elements such as board, picture of text pages, recording erasing and saving. C D
Trial recording
Trial recording for five minutes.
Saving the recording
Export of the recording to a MP4 file.

25. Recording Using Open-Sankoré Auxiliary Materials
Downloading Open Sankore - link
Training video clip, part A - video
Training video clip, part B - video
Guidelines for the instructor The Auxiliary Materials can be used by the lecturers after the meeting as a supporting aid.

26. Sharing the Video via YouTube
Uploading the video to YouTube - explanation
Sharing a YouTube video in the course's website:
Link to the video's URL
Using the video's Embed code - explanation
Guidelines for the instructor
Exposure settings should be learned
Public: The video is exposed to every YouTube user and can be found by performing a search.
Unlisted: The video is exposed only to those who have a direct link to it and cannot be found by performing a search.
Private: the video is concealed from everyone apart for the user uploading it.
The two sharing options should be presented:
By way of the URL.
By way of an embedded code.

27. Homework (for next week)
Record one or two explanatory videos for your course.
Upload the video or videos to YouTube and send the instructor a link.
Guidelines for the instructor Encourage the lecturers to use your help and even set a training session in the recording room if necessary.

28. See You at the Next Meeting!