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  • Going hybrid

    Going hybrid On top of the above described scenarios, some faculties are experimenting with so-called Hybrid Virtual Classrooms, facilitating groups meetings physically and online at the same time. Please note that this is not a form of blended learnin …

  • Mixing synchronous and a-synchronous activities

    Mixing synchronous and a-synchronous activities In situations where you meet students on campus the blended learning wave can help you decide on activities to have students perform subsequently. In case all education takes place online, the distinction …

  • Engaging your audience on a distance

    Engaging your audience on a distance During your (online) lecture, you can invite your audience to respond. You can for instance have them share ideas on a topic, answer to a poll or offer quizzes to adapt the content of your lecture to the needs of th …

  • Adding subtitles and text-overlay

    Adding subtitles and text-overlay With subtitles, your video might be easier to find in search engines (in case of open captions) and deaf people and people with a hearing impairment (or viewers in a crowded space making it difficult to hear) can bette …

  • Scripts and footage

    Scripts and footage Writing a script helps you and others involved in the production: camera crew and editor. It helps you rethink and structure your content before starting filming. When filming, a script helps tell the story in a structured way. This …

  • Combine slides and (your) talking head

    Combine slides and (your) talking head An often-used format is the talking head. Only the person (visible from waist and up) talking to you (in front of what s/he is talking about for instance), sometimes in combination with a whiteboard, an object or …

  • Create a screencast

    Create a screencast Instead of filming, you can also choose creating a screencast or a pencast. A screencast or video screen capture is a digital recording of the changes over time on a computer screen, enhanced with audio narration. It is suitable for …

  • Register your onsite lecture

    Register your onsite lecture You could record your actual lecture in a lecture hall or classroom setting, with or without students. The lecture can be pre-recorded and replace an actual lecture. It may also be live-streamed and/or recorded for students …

  • Add a voice-over to your PowerPoint presentation

    Add a voice-over to your PowerPoint presentation Instead of filming or creating a screencast, you can easily upgrade your PowerPoint (or keynote) presentation by adding a voice-over. Choose the slide in your presentation and click the ‘add audio’ butto …

  • Film with your own smartphone

    Film with your own smartphone Nearly everyone owns a smartphone. Most smartphones have a great camera that allows you to make excellent photos and videos. Just find a quiet spot, prepare well and start shooting! Tips: It cannot be emphasised too often …