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Online Video Platforms
Online video platforms allow us to easily share live and recorded video content with others. But how will you know which one is the right one for your content? Which platform meets the accessibility needs for students who get accommodations for disabilities? This page covers the most common online video platforms used by UNCG faculty and supported by the UNCG ITS department. Review what each platform can and can’t do to help match your video content with the appropriate platform for your needs.
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CANVAS STUDIO
Canvas Studio is best for any size group of faculty and students.
Primary Function
Asynchronous video learning and collaborative discussion with its easy video maker, engaging content, and video feedback
Canvas Studio Accessibility Features
- Keyboard and screen reader accessible
- Closed captioning option available (live captions unavailable)
Canvas Studio Can be Used for
- Asynchronous Learning
- Student Accounts
- Video Content Management
- Screen Sharing
- Record and Playback
- Canvas Integration
- Quizzing
- Flipped Classroom Tool
- Two-Way Audio & Video
Canvas Studio Cannot be Used for
- Synchronous Learning
- Real Time Chat
- Private Chat
- Video Conferencing
- Live Webcast
- Two-Way Audio & Video
- Lecture Capture
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is best for any size group of faculty, staff, and students.
Primary Function
Synchronous or asynchronous video learning and collaborative discussion with its easy video maker, engaging content, and video feedback
Microsoft Accessibility Features
- Keyboard and screen reader accessible
- Closed and live auto-generated captioning options available
- CART option for live human generated captions
- Assign an interpreter and sign language view
- Transcripts for recorded meetings
- High contrast mode
- Adjustable Text Size
- Accessibility Checker
Microsoft teams Can be Used for
- Asynchronous Learning
- Synchronous Learning
- Video Content Management
- Screen Sharing
- Record and Playback
- Canvas Integration
- Quizzing
- Flipped Classroom Tool
- Breakout Rooms
- Electronic Hand Raising
- Smart Search
- Private chat (1-on-1 or with groups)
- Student Accounts
- Live Webcast
- Lecture Capture
- Two-Way Audio & Video
- Video Conferencing