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Overview
When creating video for your course, there are some best practices to keep in mind in order to produce higher quality content.
General Considerations
- Prepare some general talking points for yourself, but don't stick to an exact script. You'll want to sound well-prepared and organized without being robotic and pre-scripted.
- Test beforehand: Before recording, conduct a few test runs to make sure your setup looks OK and that you know how to start, stop and save your recordings.
Video
- Check your angle of your webcam (reference the image above). Raise it to eye level. Books are great for this!
- Clean Backgrounds
- Ensure that your background is clear of any visual distractions (e.g., writing on a whiteboard).
- If you are using a virtual background (including a blurred background), Zoom will provide much better quality and consistency than EchoVideo.
- Light Sources
- Face towards windows
- Have a lamp nearby to remove shade as necessary
Audio
- Use a headset or an external microphone.
- Pick a quiet spot to record with no distractions (listen for ambient noises).