This sub-type of video situates a course in a broader disciplinary, or societal perspective. Or, a video that situates a component of a course within larger course objectives. It can be used to provide context for a variety of purposes.
Low-Investment Video Example
Teaching Points
Introduces students to the librarians behind Ask-A-Librarian, meets the lesson objective of personalizing the library for World Campus students and making them feel comfortable in using the library
Resources Typically Used
video camera, lavaliere mic, screencasting software and video editing software
Low-Investment Video Example (plays in a new window)
High-Investment Video Example
Teaching Points
Uses a familiar analogy to introduce the concept, speaks slowly about the topic, Powerpoint slides are clean, provides a summary of the lecture at the end and relates it to the class.
Resources Typically Used
office setting, video camera, lavaliere mic, lighting, stock and custom images and video editing software
High-Investment Video Example (plays in a new window)