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Get Ready to Record
You do not need a studio. A phone, a quiet room and a little preparation are enough for a strong first course. Sound matters more than picture.
Step 1: Fix the sound first
Learners forgive average video but not poor audio. Use a clip-on or USB microphone if you can, and record in a small room with soft surfaces such as curtains and cushions.
Step 2: Get steady, bright video
Use a phone on a stand or a stack of books. Face a window so light falls on your face, and keep the camera at eye level. Record horizontally.
Step 3: Cut background noise
Turn off fans, phones and notifications. Record at quiet times of day. Do a ten second test and listen with headphones.
Step 4: Plan screen recordings
If you teach on screen, close unrelated tabs, increase text size, and move the mouse slowly so learners can follow.
FAQs
How much should I spend on equipment?
Start with what you have. If you buy one thing, make it a microphone. Upgrade only after your first course is published.
Do I have to be on camera?
No. Slides with voice-over and screen recordings work well for many topics.