FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How can students post videos to Canvas discussion forums?

Instructor’s may want to create discussion threads where students introduce themselves by posting a video. We recommend using Kaltura Express Capture.

How to Create and Post your Class Introduction

• In the discussion forum, begin your post clicking Reply.
• Then click on the App Icon (see below). This is where you will access the Kaltura tool to record your Introduction.

• From the drop-down, choose Embed Kaltura Media. (If not shown, click View All and then choose from list.)
• Click the + Add New button in the upper right hand section of the screen and choose Express Capture (see below).

• Click the red circle to begin recording. (Allow Canvas/Kaltura to access your camera/mic)
• Record your Introduction
• Upon completion, click on the white square to stop recording.
• If you are satisfied with your recording, click Use This. If you want to re-record, click Record Again. (Scroll down if you don’t see this.)
• Once you have clicked on Use This button, it might take the system a few moments to process your recording. Once it is finished it will say Upload Completed.
• Select Save and Embed in the upper right hand corner.
• Your Class Introduction will embed into the post and then you may Post Reply.

Note: you may click on Post Reply even if the “Media is being processed” message is still appearing.