Make engaging,
High-Quality videos like a pro!
Well-produced videos enhance learning by making it more engaging and effective. As an instructor, the clarity, audio quality, and overall presentation of your videos play a crucial role in how well students grasp your lessons. This guide will walk you through the essential tools, techniques, and best practices to create professional, high-quality videos.
Let’s dive in!
Key equipment
DSLR, webcam, or smartphone (mention resolution recommendations).
Lavalier, shotgun, or USB microphones for clear audio.
Ring light, softbox, or natural light setup.
To keep the video steady.
Camtasia, OBS Studio, or Adobe Premiere.
Essential course creation tips for instructors
Course title: choose a clear, engaging title that reflects the course content and attracts learners.
Detailed description: provide a comprehensive overview of what the course covers, its benefits, and why learners should enroll.
Learning objectives: define the key skills and knowledge learners will gain by completing the course.
Level selection: specify whether the course is for beginners, intermediate, or advanced learners to help users find the right fit.
To provide a complete and engaging learning experience, instructors need to upload high-quality materials. Here’s how to do it:
Upload videos: ensure your videos are in MP4 format for compatibility, High Definition (HD 720p or 1080p) is recommended for clarity, keep the content structured and engaging to maintain student attention.
Attach complementary documents: PDF files for structured notes, e-books, or worksheets; Word documents for editable templates or assignments; PowerPoint presentations for visual explanations and slideshows.
Devices
Camera: DSLR, webcam, or smartphone (Recommended: 1080p or 4K resolution)
Microphone: Lavalier, shotgun, or USB microphones for clear audio
Lighting: Ring light, softbox, or natural light setup
Tripod or Stabilizer: Keeps video steady and professional.
Quality standards
Recommended Resolution: 1080p (Full HD) or 4K for best results; Minimum 720p HD
Frame Rate: 30fps for a natural look, 60fps for smoother motion.
File Format: MP4 (H.264 or H.265 for compression)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (standard for most platforms)
Audio: clear and free from background noise; recommended use of an external microphone
Lighting and Background: proper lighting (natural or artificial), clean and professional background
Video editing: remove unnecessary moments or errors, add professional intros and outros (if possible),subtitles recommended
Length
Pre-recorded Courses: minimum length of 20 minutes; break longer courses into 10-15 minute modules for better retention.
Live Workshops: minimum duration of 30 minutes and maximum duration of 2 hours
Before going live, each course will be reviewed by a dedicated team to ensure compliance with technical standards, pedagogical Consistency,content clarity
Instructor Feedback: if adjustments are needed, a feedback report will be sent to instructors.
