How to Use the Audio/Video Recording Tool within Schoology

Keywords: Schoology, Recording, Audio Video

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1 - Watch a video:

2 - Interactive Video

CLick on any of the links below for interactive videos that will walk you through the steps.

PSD401 Schoology - Create an Audio Recording to an Update

PSD401 Schoology - Create Audio & Video Recording to a Discussion

3 - Read through text and images

How do I use the HTML5 recorder?

In any of the above-mentioned areas in Schoology that allow the HTML5 recorder:

Click the microphone icon in the rich text editor window.
Click:
- Audio to record an audio file.
- Audio & Video to record a video file. You must have a webcam or camera on your device to record a video file.
When using the recorder for the first time, the browser will display a prompt to allow the microphone or camera.
Click Allow to continue using the recorder:
Click Start Recording to begin your recording.
Note: The audio recorder does not begin until you click Record, and it detects sounds. It may take significant noise - for example, clapping your hands, or tapping the microphone, for the recording to detect the 'start' sound and begin recording.
Click Stop Recording to end your recording.
To preview your recording before posting, click the play button after the recording has ended.
Click Insert Recording to attach your recording to the update.

Note:

The recorder uploads the file during recording so there is less processing time when the video or audio recording has been completed.
When the file is attached, it will be converted into a readable format. Please allow time for the conversion to complete.
Please ensure you have the latest version of your browser installed as well as the updated versions of our System Requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which browsers are compatible with the HTML5 audio/video recorder?

The following browsers support the HTML5 A/V recorder:

Chrome (web)
Firefox (web)

The following browsers do not support the HTML5 A/V recorder:

Internet Explorer (web)
Safari (web)

If you attempt to use the HTML5 recorder on an unsupported browser, the following message will be displayed:

Can I use the HTML5 recorder if I do not have an internet connection?

The HTML5 recorder allows you to continue to record audio or video, even if there is no existing internet connection. You can download the recording once it’s complete and you can upload it at a later time.