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Connecting with Learners via Video

Jessica O’Reilly

Instructional Developer

@Cambrian_Jess

Laura Killam

Innovation Champion

NurseKillam.com

Jeff Tranchemontagne

Video and Multimedia Specialist

@cinejeff

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

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Why Video?

use in K-12

can

engagement &

satisfaction

potential

yet to be fully realized

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The Problem

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The Solution

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The Story of NurseKillam

Just do it

Audience Retention

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The Story of NurseKillam

Just do it

Audience Retention

Hook

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Quick Tips for Success

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Tip # 1: Have a Plan

  • Keep it simple, short, and interesting

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  • Plan what to say and what you are going to show visually

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Tip # 2: Check your Tech

  • Charge your device

  • Make sure you have lots storage space

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Tip # 3: Keep it Clean

  • It only takes a few seconds but has a huge impact on quality

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Tip # 4: Shoot Horizontal

  • Most natural way to view content

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  • Most video displays and online services prefer horizontal video

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Tip # 5: Audio is Key

  • Capture clean audio
  • Pick a quiet location
  • External mics
  • Get mic/camera close to source
  • Listen to what you recorded

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Tip # 6: Manage the Shakes

  • Shakiness detracts from the message
  • Many phones have image stabilization built in
  • Use a hand, wall, a tripod or other
  • Practice any moves, etc.
  • Avoid zooming on smartphones /tablets

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Tip #7: Be Aware of Your Surroundings

  • Focus, white balance, exposure, image stabilization, audio levels are all done automatically but can be locked
  • Be mindful of lighting and shot composition

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Let’s Review!

  • Have a plan
  • Check your tech (battery, storage)
  • Keep it clean (dirty lens = blurry video)
  • Shoot horizontal
  • Audio is key
  • Manage the shakes
  • Be aware of your surroundings

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Resources

NurseKillam.com/YouTube