{"id":15909,"date":"2022-05-09T13:19:25","date_gmt":"2022-05-09T03:19:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/educational-innovation.sydney.edu.au\/teaching@sydney\/?p=15909"},"modified":"2022-05-09T13:19:46","modified_gmt":"2022-05-09T03:19:46","slug":"top-5-questions-about-making-videos-for-teaching-with-simple-answers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/educational-innovation.sydney.edu.au\/teaching@sydney\/top-5-questions-about-making-videos-for-teaching-with-simple-answers\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 questions about making videos for teaching &#8211; with simple answers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making video content for your teaching can sometimes be a little daunting. The Educational Innovation Media Team creates all sorts of video content, and we also support staff to make their own (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/owa\/calendar\/EducationalInnovation1@unisyd.onmicrosoft.com\/bookings\/s\/djO9uJ2LuUOxlneZ_37OOQ2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">you can book a time to chat with us that suits you<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). There are some common issues that everyone faces, so here&#8217;s some answers to our 5 most asked questions about video.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>#1 How do I make my video look better?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, to state the obvious, you&#8217;ll need a camera. If you have a camera like a DSLR or some other dedicated camera, great! If you can use your smart phone, great! If all you have access to is a webcam, great! <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s much more important <\/span><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">what you do<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in front of the camera<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, rather than the technology behind it. Having said that, nobody has the patience to watch poor quality video. And why should they, when it&#8217;s so simple to get good results with standard, everyday technology:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-columns half clearfix\">\n<div class=\"col\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pe9t1yiYbnE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Lighting<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A little bit of consideration of lighting can go a long way in improving your video. Again, you don&#8217;t need expensive equipment, and often natural light is all that&#8217;s required.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-columns half clearfix\">\n<div class=\"col\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/b4xQXUfODI8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>#2 How do I make my video\/podcast sound better?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The quality of the audio can make or break your content. Viewers will forgive average video quality, but <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">poor audio has a major negative impact on attention<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. The good news is you can improve your audio recording quality with a few simple steps.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:40,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-columns half clearfix\">\n<div class=\"col\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zVjMvUy768M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>#3 What software can I use to edit?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There&#8217;s a lot of software to choose from to edit video. University staff have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sydneyuni.service-now.com\/sm?id=kb_article_view&amp;sysparm_article=KB0011610\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">access to the full suite of Adobe Creative Cloud software<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. This includes the workhorse Premiere Pro and its cousin, the slimmed down Premiere Rush. Premiere Pro is a very powerful piece of software and can seem overwhelming when starting out. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Premiere Rush is a simple way you can start editing your videos<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It works on Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-columns half clearfix\">\n<div class=\"col\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3B4Xb-J0AiM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eXr8L26ymJ8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>#4 How long should my video be?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">People often ask, &#8220;What&#8217;s the ideal length of a video?&#8221; <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">There is no magic figure for this<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, it all depends on the content. The more interesting and engaging the content and its presentation, the longer the video can be whilst still engaging students&#8217; attention. Having said that, a good general rule is to aim for under 8 minutes. Chunk larger topics into smaller sections\/separate videos.<br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A good question to ask yourself is: <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">do you actually need video? <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Could the content be delivered as audio only? The advantages are simpler production and students are much more likely to listen to a 20 minute <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/educational-innovation.sydney.edu.au\/teaching@sydney\/?s=podcast\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">podcast<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> compared to watching a 20 minute video.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>#5 What support is available for making educational media?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are a number of video services available to staff, ranging from &#8216;do -it-yourself&#8217; to a full video production service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/canvas.sydney.edu.au\/courses\/1316\/pages\/the-diy-recording-booth?module_item_id=45338\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">DIY Studio<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is located on level 2 of the Education Building. It is available to all staff to book and use once they have completed an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/canvas.sydney.edu.au\/courses\/24477\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">orientation session<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/canvas.sydney.edu.au\/courses\/1316\/pages\/diy-media-kits?module_item_id=625785\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">DIY Media Kits<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> are available to hire for recording on campus or on location.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can also book a 30 minute <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/owa\/calendar\/EducationalInnovation1@unisyd.onmicrosoft.com\/bookings\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">online consultation<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with an educational designer or video professional &#8211; this is a great way to get direct advice and ask any questions you may have.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Educational Innovation Media Team can work with you on more advanced video projects. Service is limited and some charges may apply. The team has a fully equipped video studio, with green screen capability, and can also record on campus or even off campus if required. To discuss your video project, please contact <\/span><a href=\"mailto:tim.harland@sydney.edu.au\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">the team<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>#6 Bonus<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here are a few more simple tips and tricks to help improve your educational media.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b4\u00e9\u00c0\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Don&#8217;t worry about making small mistakes<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Your students don&#8217;t expect you to be perfect, so if you make a mistake or stumble on a word, simply acknowledge it, correct it and move on.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b4\u00e9\u00c0\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Be yourself;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> there is no need to present like a politician or a newsreader, your students have enough of that in their lives. Keep them engaged by being you!<br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b4\u00e9\u00c0\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Do a short test recording before you begin<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. This will help you confirm the equipment is working correctly and could save you a lot of time and effort in the long run.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b4\u00e9\u00c0\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Usually you&#8217;ll be recording yourself, talking directly to camera. 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