Lecture Recording Guidelines

These guidelines will help ensure that your lecture recordings—whether audio or video—are optimized for upload speed, viewing quality, and efficient storage.

1. Recording Format

• Audio or Video: You may record the lecture as either an audio or a video recording.
• Automatic MP3 Creation: If you record a video, uploading it will automatically generate an MP3 (audio) file.

2. Video Recording Best Practices

• Resolution & Frame Rate:
  • Record at 720p resolution with a 30 fps frame rate.
  • This setting balances video quality with file size, ensuring a satisfactory viewing experience even on larger screens.
• Orientation for Apple Devices:
  • The default orientation is landscape.
  • Ensure the “home button” is on the left (with the camera in the upper left) so that the recording is right-side up.

3. Technical Considerations

• Bandwidth Limitations:
  • Upload speeds depend on the location's internet bandwidth.
  • If the connection is slow, consider uploading from a location with a stronger internet connection.
• Video Compression:
  • If reducing the recording resolution isn’t possible, compress the video to accelerate the upload process and conserve server space.
• Smaller File Sizes:
  • Keeping file sizes small eases viewing and downloading for members and reduces storage costs.

Please share these guidelines with the person handling your lecture recordings and uploads to ensure an optimal recording process.