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Recording a video directly within Canvas using Kaltura's webcam recorder offers a straightforward way to create personal, engaging content for your courses or assignments. Whether you're providing instructions, feedback, or presenting a topic, the webcam recorder allows you to easily record from your webcam without needing any additional software. This guide will walk you through the steps to record a video using the Kaltura webcam recorder, ensuring you can efficiently create and share your videos within Canvas.
Prerequisites
- Access to a Canvas course as either an instructor or student.
- A device with a working webcam and microphone.
- Internet connection.
Step-by-Step Instructions
To record a Kaltura video with your webcam, do the following:
- Log in to media.csuchico.edu OR log in to Canvas and navigate to My Media.
- Select the Add New button and choose Webcam Recorder.
- Grant the browser permission to access your webcam and microphone if prompted.
- Press the red record button to start recording your video. You'll see a three-second countdown before recording begins.
- When you're finished, select the stop button to end the recording.
- Preview your video. If you're satisfied, select Use This; if you want to try again, select Record Again.
- Give your video a title and add any necessary tags or descriptions.
- Select Save to upload your video to My Media.
Troubleshooting
- Webcam/Microphone Not Working: Ensure your browser has permission to access these devices. Check your browser's settings and allow access if needed.
- Recording Issues: If you encounter issues during recording, such as freezing or errors, ensure your internet connection is stable. Restarting your browser or device can also resolve many common issues.
- Video Not Uploading: If your video fails to upload, check for internet connectivity issues. If the problem persists, try recording a shorter video to ensure there aren't file size limitations impacting the upload.
- Video Won't Play or Fails to Convert: If your video successfully uploaded but fails to convert, it could be a problem with your device. For example, Apple devices have consistently had problems with Kaltura's webcam recorder.
Next Steps
Now that you've recorded a video, consider doing one of the following:
Share
Edit
Review
Still need help? If you run into problems with Kaltura or still need help, faculty can reach out to the Technology & Learning Program and students can contact the Center for Technology Equity.