Step-by-step recording of a knowledge clip

The following steps are essential during the creating a knowledge clip.

1. Concept phase

• Start by determining the (learning) purpose of the video. For example, is it about introducing a course, explaining a concept or demonstrating a skill?
• Find out to what extent the knowledge clips fit in with the rest of the course. Is the video followed by an assignment? Is video the best solution?
• Which format is most suitable? The possibilities are limited in the do-it-yourself studio. This is a good time to determine if you need support from AV Services.
• Prepare a list with some characteristics of the video:
  • Learning objective: why do you make the video?
  • Audience: who is the video for?
  • Subject: describe the subject as concretely as possible.
  • Goal: what are the most important things the viewer will learn while watching the video?
  • How do you address the viewer? Personal, friendly, with authority?
  • Where will you publish the video?
  • Is there a budget for purchasing photos or other graphics, and/or other video material?

2. Pre-production

• Every recording is made based on a Powerpoint file, even if you will not show any slides in your video.
• Make a script. The better the script, the better the video and the less time you will spend in the studio. You can find an explanation about scripting and a template here.
• Pay attention to making the slides. Too much, unclear or unnecessary information reduces the effectiveness of the video. Apply Richard Mayer's Multimedia Principles.
• Collect the visual material and any other material that you want to use. Make sure you adhere to the copyright rules.
• Submit your script to others for review. Discuss it with colleagues, or seek professional support. If necessary, make a recording behind your own computer (for example with Screencast-o-matic) and present this to your colleagues. You can also ask your students for feedback.
• Book the studio. If you do not yet have experience with the studio, visit one of the instruction meetings or contact AVServices.

3. Production

• You come to the studio with your PowerPoint file on a USB stick.
• If you will appear on screen, consider bringing an extra set of clothes with you - some items of clothing (for example with busy patterns) can create visual issues in the recording (moiré effect).
• In the studio, follow the instructions for making a recording.
• If something goes wrong during the recording, make a new recording. This takes less time than editing a video afterwards.

4. Publication

• At the end of the recording, the video file will be copied to the USB stick you brought. It is up to you to decide where you want to publish the file.
• In many cases you will want to publish the video in your Nestor course. Follow the instructions in this manual for this.
• If you want to embed the video on the RUG Web platform, you first have to upload videos to YouTube. YouTube is also suitable for publishing videos on other websites, but you can also use  other video platforms such as Vimeo.