How do I add a video to my discussion post?

Add a video with the Video Notes feature:

1. In the body of your post, choose the "Insert Stuff" button in the toolbar:

Step 1 - The "Insert Stuff" button in the editor toolbar

 

2. Click Add Video Note

Step 2 - Add Video Note

 

3. Click New Recording to start the recording. You can also upload a previously recorded video file. 

Step 3 - The recording preview with "New Recording" button highlighted

 

4. When finished, click Stop Recording

Step 4 - Stop Recording button

 

5. Choose Next

Step 5 - The Next button

 

6. Add a title, description, and language for auto-caption.

Step 6 - The additional properties screen with the Next button highlighted.

 

7. Choose Insert to add the video note to the body of your post. You do not need to wait for the video to finish processing. 

Step 7 - The preview screen with the Insert button highlighted

 

8. Click Post to make your discussion post. 

Step 8 - The Post button

 

Video notes are saved in your Media Library on Brightspace.

If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to CATS at 570-389-2065 or email cats@commonwealthu.edu. 

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