Brightspace Video/Audio Note
Brightspace Video/Audio Note
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Video Note is an integrated tool that allows students to record video and or audio elements to add to courses using the Brightspace Editor or as an Attachment. Think of it as a quick and easy way to share information using your own voice and tone. Students can add a Video Note to discussions and assignment dropbox submissions.
Student Video Tips
Student Video Tips
Keep your videos brief; 5-10 minutes at the most. The required length will vary by the class activity.
In most cases, being brief is best. There may be other times when something more lengthy is of value in a particular course, but generally, 5 minutes is the suggested maximum length.
Use a headset, stand-alone microphone, or earbuds to increase sound quality.
Video Note does not allow for screen recording. For screen recordings or recordings of presentations for assignments, follow the assignment guidance and instructions. The university provides Kaltura Capture, which is a video tool that offers the option for screen recording.
The use of Video Note is optional and not required unless otherwise stated in individual course activity instructions. Please follow any guidance from your instructor and ensure that you are adhering to the Student Code of Conduct with all course participation, including the use of Video Notes.
To create and insert a video note using Brightspace Editor Insert Stuff
To create and insert a video note using Brightspace Editor Insert Stuff
Navigate to the specific area in your course where you want to add a video note (For example, Assignments or Discussions).
Within Brightspace Editor, select the Insert Stuff icon.
In the Insert Stuff dialog, select Add Video Note. Ensure that you allow Brightspace to access your device’s camera and microphone.
In the Record Webcam tab, toggle the Audio only button to switch between an audio-video recording or just an audio recording.
Select New Recording to record your content. When you are finished, select Stop Recording.
Review your content and select Next.
Enter a Title, Description(Optional), and verify that the Audio Language is set to English.
Captions are required for all video and audio notes. Select the Automatically generate captions from audio checkbox to ensure captions are included. An Audio Language must be selected in order to generate captions.
A preview video/audio screen will appear. DO NOT select the Insert button until the preview displays the recording. Once the preview is complete, select the Insert button. Your video note is inserted into Brightspace Editor. Finish composing your message as normal.
To create and add a Video Note as an Attachment
To create and add a Video Note as an Attachment
In addition to using the Brightspace Editor Insert Stuff, Video Notes can also be added as an Attachment. To get started the user interface will vary from tool to tool, however the process is much the same as recording a video using the Insert Stuff option.
Discussions - Look for the Attachments section below the body of the post when making a new post.
Assignments - Look for the Record Video button next to the Add a File button on the Assignment Submission page.
Select the button for Record Video or Record Audio.
Select New Recording to record your content. When you are finished, select Stop Recording.
Review your content and select Next.
Enter a Title, Description (Optional), and verify that the Audio Language is set to English.
Captions are required for all video and audio notes. Select the Automatically generate captions from audio checkbox to ensure captions are included. An Audio Language must be selected in order to generate captions.
A preview video/audio screen will appear. DO NOT select the Add button until the preview displays the recording. Once the preview is complete, select the Add button.
Playback/viewing options
Playback/viewing options
Brightspace's Video Note player offers several options to enhance the viewing experience. Users can adjust playback speed (0.25x to 2x), control audio volume, pause/play the video, and view it in fullscreen. Additionally, a "gear" icon (found in the bottom right corner of the player) provides access to download options and closed captions.
Playback Controls:
Playback Speed: Adjust the speed of the video from 0.25x to 2x.
Volume: Control the audio volume of the video.
Pause/Play: Pause or resume playback of the video.
Fullscreen: View the video in fullscreen mode.
Other Options:
Download: Download the video file.
Closed Captions: Enable or disable and/or adjust closed captions.
Speed Settings: Adjust the playback speed.
To view and download a transcript
To view and download a transcript
On the video screen, click Settings (gear icon) then click View transcript.
The transcript appears with the playable video in the upper-left corner. Click Download. Then click either Transcript (.txt) or Captions (.vtt).
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