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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

Google Meet

Panopto

Zoom

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 captions options 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

Canvas Studio Cannot be Used for

  • Synchronous Learning
  • Real Time Chat
  • Private Chat
  • Video Conferencing
  • Live Webcast
  • Two-Way Audio & Video
  • Lecture Capture
  • Electronic Hand Raising
  • Smart Search
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GOOGLE MEET

Google Meet is best for groups of up to 10 faculty, staff, and students.

Primary Function

Video conference-calling platform designed to link remote groups together for real-time interaction

Google Meet Accessibility Features

  • Keyboard and screen reader accessible
  • Closed and live caption options available

Google Meet Can be Used for

  • Synchronous Learning
  • Asynchronous Learning
  • Student Accounts
  • Real Time Chat
  • Screen Sharing
  • Video Conferencing
  • Live Webcast
  • Two-Way Audio & Video
  • Record and Playback
  • Flipped Classroom Tool

Google Meet Cannot be Used for

  • Video Content Management
  • Private Chat
  • Lecture Capture
  • Canvas Integration
  • Quizzing
  • Electronic Hand Raising
  • Smart Search
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PANOPTO

Panopto is best for any size group of faculty, staff, and students.

Primary Function

Lecture capture software that allows users to include video, audio, screen capture, labs, and slides into a recording

Panopto Accessibility Features

  • Keyboard and screen reader accessible
  • Closed and live caption options available

Panopto Can be Used For

  • Synchronous Learning
  • Asynchronous Learning
  • Video Content Management
  • Private Chat (limited – chat with instructor only)
  • Screen Sharing
  • Video Conferencing
  • Live Webcast (limited – has a 30 second delay)
  • Record and Playback
  • Lecture Capture
  • Canvas Integration
  • Quizzing
  • Flipped Classroom Tool
  • Smart Search

Panopto Cannot be Used for

  • Student Accounts
  • Real Time Chat
  • Two-Way Audio & video
  • Electronic Hand Raising
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ZOOM

Zoom hosts up to 300 faculty, staff, and students.

Primary Function

Video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars to small and large audiences across multiple devices and room systems

Zoom Accessibility Features

  • Keyboard and screen reader accessible
  • Closed and live caption options available

Zoom Can be Used for

  • Synchronous Learning
  • Asynchronous Learning
  • Student Account
  • Video Content Management
  • Real Time Chat
  • Private Chat
  • Screen Sharing
  • Video Conferencing
  • Live Webcast (limited – live streaming to YouTube causes a short delay)
  • Two-Way Audio & Video
  • Record and Playback
  • Canvas Integration
  • Electronic Hand Raising
  • Flipped Classroom Tool

Zoom Cannot be Used for

  • Lecture Capture
  • Quizzing
  • Smart Search
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