Last updated: 7/26/2022 What is it? Will turn your PowerPoint or Keynote slides into ZOOM virtual background. You can be more immersed with your slides. Students can better see your expressions. Can be used for live ZOOM sessions or pre-recorded lecture videos. Example How do I get started? You must have ZOOM software version 5.2 […]
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Kaltura: Editing Captions for YouTube Videos using Kaltura MediaSpace
In this article Overview Log into DU MediaSpace Add new item import YouTube Copy YouTube share link Paste YouTube share link Edit video details Edit video captions How to download .SRT caption files from Kaltura How to upload .SRT to YouTube How to improve captioning quality Overview You might find a YouTube video that needs […]
Kaltura – Videos not playing in Canvas – 3rd party cookies
This article covers: Overview Solution for Mac Safari Solution for Google Chrome Solution for Firefox Solution for DuckDuckGo Overview Some people using Mac Safari or Google Chrome will see an error message when accessing Kaltura pages in Canvas. The message states: “It seems your browser is blocking 3rd party session cookies which are required for […]
Kaltura – Editing Closed Captions
All video and audio files uploaded to Kaltura My Media within Canvas or DU MediaSpace will have an Auto Speech Recognition (ASR) closed caption file. The video owner or editor can edit the closed captions to improve accuracy. Captions should be close to 99% accuracy. This article describes how to edit captions. ASR captions can […]
Video class assignment tips for instructors and students
Last updated on: September 27, 2022 This article covers: Overview For instructors For students Getting Started Team Roles and Responsibility Stock Photos and Graphics Video Software Video Tutorials Affordable and royalty-free audio clips Overview Video assignments can be a research-intensive, collaborative, and highly engaging student activity. The video can demonstrate skills, knowledge, and communication strategies. […]
Running out of storage within your Canvas course?
Every Canvas course at the University of Denver is allocated 1 GB. In most cases, this is plenty of space. Here are some common causes why your Canvas course is running out of storage and possible solutions. Video PDF PowerPoint Images Video Canvas offers a few options for uploading video files. We some recommendations to […]
Respondus & Data Privacy
According to Respondus: LockDown Browser is a client-based application that “locks down” a computer or device during an online exam delivered on a third-party assessment platform, such as a Learning Management System (LMS), in DU’s case, Canvas. LockDown Browser doesn’t require users (e.g. instructors, students) to create an account, and in most situations, personal information […]
Creating Instructional Videos
These videos will help you design and produce instructional videos using Kaltura and ZOOM. Creating instructional videos – Overview Creating instructional videos using Kaltura Capture ZOOM Bootcamp: technical tips ZOOM Bootcamp: presentation tips Teaching with Video (Tablets, Cameras and Whiteboards) Webinar How to create math videos Shashank Kanade – Department of Mathematics Materials used: Smartphone, […]
Student video activities
There are many types of video activities to help students demonstrate their knowledge, skills, creativity, and teamwork. Here are some examples along with rubrics and support resources. Digital Storytelling Creating a digital storytelling project Digital Storytelling Rubric Pecha Kucha Pecha Kucha Rubric (PDF) Assignment Instructions (PDF) PowerPoint Instructions (Video) Role Playing / Skits Student ZOOM […]
DU Portfolio – Using Folders
DU Portfolio folders can be used to organize multiple files or documents within an ePortfolio. They can also be used as sub-pages within a portfolio to provide a second layer of navigation for your viewers. Here are some instructions for using folders as sub-pages: Step 1 Log into DU Portfolio at portfolio.du.edu and open the […]
DU Portfolio – Creating Albums
Step 1 Log into DU Portfolio at portfolio.du.edu and open the portfolio that you would like to create an album for. Then, navigate to the page/tab of that portfolio where you will be adding the album. Step 2 Click the button to “Add Content” in the top toolbar, and select “Album.” Step 3 identify which […]
DU Portfolio – Assignments in SpeedGrader
Step 1 Log into the Canvas course that you’d like to set up for DU Portfolio assignment submissions that can be reviewed using SpeedGrader. Step 2 Navigate to the “Assignments” area of the course. Step 3 Create a title for the assignment, and add any instructions that need to be included. Step 4 Select “Online” […]
DU Portfolio – Using Templates
Step 1 Log into your DU Portfolio account at portfolio.du.edu and open the portfolio site that you plan to import template(s) into. Step 2 Click the “Add Content” button in the top toolbar. Step 3 Select “Page(s) from Template” from the menu of options. Step 4 Select the “Specialized” template type. Step 5 Find the […]
Using ZOOM with PowerPoint or Apple Keynote – Open in Window
When using PowerPoint or Apple Keynote in ZOOM, the default setting is for PowerPoint and Keynote to go to full screen. This is bad if you’re in a ZOOM session because all your ZOOM controls will be hidden. Here are some options on how to avoid this from happening. If you are the ZOOM host […]
Zoom Passcodes and Waiting Rooms
Using ZOOM within Canvas If you are using the built-in ZOOM integration within Canvas (recommended method of using ZOOM in Canvas), your students will not notice any changes because ZOOM includes the meeting Passcode within the ZOOM JOIN button (see image below). Do I need to take any action as the instructor for my ZOOM […]
Popular ZOOM Tutorial Videos
ZOOM Bootcamp Series: Technical Tips This video covers: Low bandwidth and low computer resource No plan B if ZOOM fails Not using Canvas ZOOM page Not recording ZOOM meetings ZOOM security settings are too strict Having multiple ZOOM accounts Using only one computer monitor Co-host limitations ZOOM Bootcamp Series: Presentation Tips This video covers the […]
How to produce videos that are accessible and improve learning
Here are some tips on how to produce videos that are accessible and improve learning via good design and implementation. The video below illustrates various techniques to reach both objectives. Why is this so important? 1 out of 5 students at DU has self-reported as a person with a disability. 15% of DU student population […]
Kaltura – Creating a Course Welcome Video
A course welcome video is a great way for your students to get to know you. Here are a few tips for making a course welcome video. In this article: What to include in welcome video Tech Tips Option 1: Kaltura Express Capture within Canvas Option 2: Kaltura Capture within Canvas Option 3: ZOOM – […]
How to import existing Kaltura Media Galleries into your new Canvas course
If you wish to import your old Canvas course Media Galleries into your new Canvas course, please follow these instructions. Importing Canvas course content into a new Canvas course will not import existing Kaltura Media Galleries. Rename your old Canvas course to include the academic term If you have several Canvas courses with the same […]
Zoom login tips for DU students and instructors
ZOOM Bootcamp for Students This video covers: Not using DU SSO login Having multiple ZOOM accounts Forgot DU account password Low bandwidth and low computer resources Visual and auditory distractions Mute your microphone if not talking Use the Raise Hand tool if you have a question Update your ZOOM profile picture Recording a video presentation […]