Submitting a video for an assignment in Canvas using Panopto is an essential way to demonstrate understanding, creativity, and communication skills in a dynamic format. Video submissions allow students to present ideas visually and audibly, offering more depth than traditional text-based responses. This method is particularly useful for assignments requiring presentations, demonstrations, or personal reflections.
By using Panopto, students can record, edit, and upload high-quality videos directly to Canvas, making the process seamless. The integration ensures assignments are organized and accessible within the course, while Panopto's features, like screen recording and closed captions, enhance the video's accessibility and professionalism.
Submitting video assignments not only meets course requirements but also helps students develop skills in digital communication— a key competency in many academic and professional settings.
Step by Step
- Navigate to your course, and select the Assignment.
Example: Discussion > Assignment > Reply
- In the Assignment Textbox select the Panopto Icon.
- A new window will appear, Select Record.
- Select Launch Capture.
- A new Tab will open. Welcome to Panopto.
Click the Red Record Button.
- Press The Record Button again to finish recording.
Name the Video.
Note: Many instructors ask for files to be named correctly to receive credit.
Example Last name_First name_Class name_Class number
- Once complete you may close the Panopto tab.
Important: You do not need to click submit in the Panopto Tab, all video recordings will automatically be saved to the assignment in Canvas.
- in Canvas Panopto window, click Insert
- In the text submission box click Reply.
This will upload the video and other elements of the project.
- The video will populate on the discussion board to be viewed by your instructor.
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