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Videos for MOCCs: Picture in Picture (PIP)

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Considering that video is the main method of content delivery in MOOCs, we are going to provide you an overview of  Picture in Picture (PIP) videos for MOOCs.

This article forms integral part of the on line MOOC course Videos for teaching, learning and communication,created by The University of Manchester. It will end the 4th of December. You can still enrol!

NoPicture in Picture / PIP videowadays, Picture in Picture videos are frequently used to present two different scenes taking place at the same time. Millions of people tend to create picture in picture video while playing games, explaining texts, even promoting products and so on, trying to convey much more information to their viewers in the simplest way.

Traditional techniques for creating picture-in-picture videos are expensive, no portable, or time-consuming.
If you want to show yourself in a video and demonstrate at the appropriate time, well, it is very easy to achieve if you choose the right tool. We have several solutions:

  • Make a video of yourself first and then insert this video into the background video.
  • The other is that you are capable of recording yourself and video at the same time.

Solution 1: Screen Recorder + Editor

Picture in Picture video refers to a video that is put one small video clip over a background one, so we need to prepare two videos at first. You can choose one screen recorder to make the video you plan to present for your students; also, you need a webcam recorder to record yourself. Then, a video editor which allows you to add Picture in Picture effect can help you to create side by side video.

Solution 2: Screen Recorder

Other solution is to use professional screen recorder software that allows you to make side by side video simply in one click. It’s not only a screen recorder but a webcam recorder and a basic editor too.

This technique uses a laptop computer with a video capture device to acquire the ultrasound feed. Simultaneously, a webcam captures a live video feed of the transducer and patient position and live audio. Both sources are streamed onto the computer screen and recorded by screen capture software. This technique makes the process of recording picture-in-picture ultrasound videos more access
ible for ultrasound educators and researchers for use in their presentations or publications.

You can still enrol! We can’t wait to see what you filmed after completed “Videos for teaching, learning, and communication– Team UoMan.

Note: Article idea and some texts are taken from:
https://www.apowersoft.com/forums/topic/create-picture-in-picture-video.html
http://www.jultrasoundmed.org/content/32/8/1493.full.pdf

MOOC accesibility

How will you promote your MOOC to attract participants?

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“sMOOC Step by Step” is a free Massive Open Online Course – MOOC is being made available by ECO, which is a European project based on Open Educational Resources (OER), that gives free access to a list of MOOCs in 6 languages, in most languages via Closed Captions (via YouTube subtitles).

This artiMOOC accesibilitycle forms integral part of that course. Our fourth edition has been already launched so you enrol!

In this course you will have the opportunity to learn more about how to design your communication plan for your own MOOC. A communication plan is a written document that serves as a guide to the communication and sponsorship efforts throughout the duration of the project.

 

 

It is a living and working document and is updated periodically as audience needs change. It explains how to convey the right message, from the right communicator, to the right audience, through the right channel, at the right time.

It addresses the six basic elements of communications: communicator, message, communication channel, feedback mechanism, receiver/audience, and time frame.

A communication plan includes:

  • “Who” – the target audiences
  • “What” – the key messages that are trying to be articulated
  • “When” – timing, it will specify the appropriate time of delivery for each message
  • “Why” – the desired outcomes
  • “How” – the communication vehicle (how the message will be delivered)
  • “By whom” – the sender (determining who will deliver the information and how he or she is chosen)Many agencies, PR, advertising and media alike, claim to have this capability describes.

The best time to develop your plan is in conjunction with your annual budgeting or organizational planning process.

Here you have some tips about how to develop your plan:

  • Define objectives and goals.
  • Conduct a research-communication audit.
  • Identify the purpose of your communication.
  • Identify your audience.
  • Plan and design your message.
  • Consider your resources. Identify tools.
  • Plan for obstacles and emergencies.
  • Establish a timetable.
  • Strategic how you’ll connect with the media and others who can help you spread your message
  • Create an action plan
  • Decide how you’ll evaluate your plan and adjust it, based on the results of carrying it out
  • Evaluate the result.

What does your intended audience read, listen to, watch, engage in?  You have to reach them by placing your message where they’ll see it.

In order to communicate effectively, you need to be able to truly understand your workplace context, choose appropriate methods of communication to suit your audience, plan and undertake detailed communication plans, and follow up on the success of your communication and messaging. The importance of accessibility is an essential communication tool to provide equal, barrier-free access to information for educational institutions.

We know that promotion and marketing are necessary to attract students to a MOOC. This will likely utilize social media and professional networks to advertise the course and gain attention.
ECO content can be visualized on computers, tablets and/or Smart phones.
You can check our social media sites where we promote our MOOCS:

If you would like to become the instructor of your own MOOC, after completed “sMOOC Step by Step” please apply to “Become an e-teacher”. We can’t wait to see what you create. – Team UoMan.

Note: Article idea and some texts are taken from:
https://flo.flinders.edu.au/mod/book/view.php?id=672344&chapterid=56344
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communication_planning
http://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/sustain/social-marketing/awareness-through-communication/main

Text Overlay

On line Tools and Apps for Adding Text to your own videos MOOC’s: Text Overlay

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Considering that video is the main method of content delivery in MOOCs, we are going to provide you an overview of video types: Text Overlay.

This article forms integral part of the on line MOOC course Videos for teaching, learning and communication,created by The University of Manchester.

There are various on line tools for adding text to video. Before selecting one, you’d better weigh the pros and cons first. Check first the solutions for video text maker available and decide which you would like to use.

Free On line Websites for Adding Text to Video

  • YouTube Editor
    Text Overlay

    There is a lot of editing that you can do with this software program. It will offer you a complete solution to your editing problems specifically touching on adding text to video. You will enjoy simplistic and stress-free editing of your videos on line.
    Pros: You will have an easy time learning how to use the program and has high processing speeds that you can take full advantage of.
    Cons: Only basic features come with this software so don’t expect to enjoy all the features.
  • Video Tool Box
    If you have a video file as big as 600MB, this will be the ideal software program to use for adding text. It can analyze it and display all the important information concerning bit rate, resolution, frame rate and codec.
    Pros: It can function well on both Android tablets and phones which will offer you maximum benefits. With just a few clicks, you will be able to complete the editing work.
    Cons: It is highly susceptible to virus attacks which pose huge dangers to your computer system.
  • FileLab Video Editor
    You will be able to edit your videos for free using this on line software program. The key capabilities for this program include adding text to video, overlaying videos, adding transitions and managing several file formats.Pros: You will have the best time downloading and installing this program.
    Cons: The program is highly prone to suffering virus attacks and keeps on asking for plug-in re-installation.

Non Free On line Websites for Adding Text to Video

  • Pixorial 
    It offers a guarantee for stress-free editing and flexible sharing of videos upon editing. There is also seamless and universal importing of video files that you can manage with this program.
    Pros:It is a very simple to use program and useful when editing. The interface is good-looking which offers a reasonably high turnaround.
    Cons:The price seems expensive thus very few people can afford it.
  • WeVideo
    This is top video editing software that you can use online. It is very easy to use, can be hosted on cloud allowing for editing anywhere and anytime plus assured creative control.
    Pros:The interface is user-friendly which makes editing easy and enjoyable since you have the largest selection of effects to use.
    Cons:The price has to be where many people don’t like and it tends to increase as you export your videos.

Free Apps for Adding Text to Videos on iOS Devices

  • Vont
    You will get this software from the app store and will allow you ease in adding text to a video file. It has over 400 fonts all available for your use.
    Pros: It is easy to adjust size, color, gradient, stroke, shadow and background of your text. That will allow you to customize videos as per your personal preference.
    Cons: Its availability for free might cause you limitations to some important features.
  • Text on Video Square 
    This program has cool features that will definitely make your editing excellent and enjoyable. Using the software is another cool thing to enjoy when adding text to your video file.
    Pros: The app eliminates all the advertisements which are sometimes very annoying in a video and allows for easy video sharing.
    Cons:There are several countries where downloading the software will not be applicable.
  • Overvideo
    This app will provide you with the best way to have text added to your video file without experiencing any challenges.
    Pros: The time line feature will help you select the right positioning of the text.
    Cons: The full package of this app does not work effectively so you should not pay for that.
  • Splice
    This is a very powerful editor with quality tools to offer simple editing through using a time line. Apart from text, it allows one to add effects.
    Pros: It is a good choice for use by beginners who are learning basics of video editing because of its intuitive interface.
    Cons: It has very limited export options.

Non Free Apps for Adding Text to Videos on iOS Devices

  • Gravie
    Gravie works at very high speeds and offer ease of use in editing videos. It is one of the best programs to use in adding text to a video file
    Pros: The quality of edited video remains high thanks to the templates offered. You can as well share your edited video easily.
    Cons: The download option for the software is not available in all countries.

Free Apps for Adding Text to a Video on Android Devices

  • VidTrim
    The limitless number of features you will enjoy using with this app is the best thing that can happen to any video editor. Apart from adding text, you will be in a position of trimming as well as merging videos.
    Pros: Its support for multiple languages means you will enjoy using the app in different countries.
    Cons: You will not get maximum benefits since it’s available freely.
  • AndroVid
    The high number of features for this app will make it an ideal choice to add text to your videos any time. You will also have easy time sharing your edited video.
    Pros: It has very powerful capabilities for editing that suit Android devices.
    Cons: Expect some limitations because it’s available as a free version.
  • VideoShow
    It is regarded as the most popular software program for video editing in the Android market. You will have an excellent experience editing video with the program.
    Pros: It is very easy to share edited videos on sites like YouTube and Facebook in addition to adding multiple texts.
    Cons: There are features limitations because it’s available as a free version.

Non Free Apps for Adding Text to a Video on Android Devices

  • Video Editor Trim Cut Add Text
    You will have this app help you create an awesome video with simple editing tasks that include inserting text.
    Pros: You can beautify your video through adding text to the vid sections as well as enjoy easy video sharing.
    Cons: Downloading might occasion some challenges as well as features limitation.
  • Qditor

    It is easy editing that this app offers and which will encourage you to use it in adding text to your videos. After that, you can share freely with friends.
    Pros: The app has an intuitive interface that makes it suitable for use by even beginners.
    Cons: The price range might be too high for some people to afford.

We can’t wait to see what you filmed after completed “Videos for teaching, learning, and communication”. You can still enrol! – Team UoMan.

Note: Article idea and some texts are taken from:
https://www.iskysoft.com/video-editing/add-text-to-video-online.html
https://www.iskysoft.com/video-editing/add-text-to-video-app.html