We wish we'd thought of it, but we didn't! Each capture set up is personal, depending on style and type of video that is being authored. We thought it would be valuable to share how different faculty use different combinations of hardware and software to produce their course content. Prof. Romkey created asynchronous video content for her students to watch, on their own time, in preparation for live, synchronous interactive "lecture" sessions. By combining the different modalities, she (and co-instructor, Prof. Rob Irish) reduced the in-person two hour lecture component to 1 hour of "async" videos and 1 hour of "sync" lecture session.
| Submitted by: | Prof. Lisa Romkey |
| Contact Info: |
[email protected] | Engineering Science bio website |
| Ask them about: | Asynchronous video production, picture-in-picture videos |
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1. See the style in action
Prof. Romkey estimates that, once a routine was established (it does take time to develop this), she can create a ten minute video in approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. This is a big time commitment, but the idea is that these videos can be re-used in future terms (and even shared in different classes).
2. Hardware used in the making of these videos
2.1. Physical set up
These photos depict Prof. Romkey's physical set up, in her home office:
2.2. Equipment List (for purchasing)
| Category | Specific for this set up |
|---|---|
| Camera | Logitech C920 HD Webcam | $169.95 | See similar webcam options or a stand alone camera options |
| Computer | MacBook Pro | Please contact your departmental IT office for advice on purchasing a computer |
| Tablet | iPad - Note that this was not used in filming, but was found to be helpful to have notes accessible on |
| Content Authoring Software | Keynote - Used to create visual digital content in the form of a slidedeck (see other content authoring software options) |
| Editing Software |
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| Greenscreen | Greenscreen | $86.43 | See similar greenscreen options (Look for one that does not wrinkle when folded away) |
| Microphone | Microphone Kit with LED Light | $75.99 | See similar microphone options |
| Lighting | Ring light with Tripod | $39.99 | See similar external lighting options (the more lights, the easier to control shadows and to ensure that your videos are lit consistently) |