Speaking Assignments with the Record Button!

Dun-dun-duuuuuuuuun 😨.


Sounds intimidating, but it's really not! I am thankful our LMS has a built-in record function for students to use for audio or video clips. If a student says they don't have video or audio recording functions on their laptop, nope! It's right there in the assignment next to the upload button.

Also, the LMS record function holds a substantial amount of time/info, which was a surprise.

As with anything new, there can be a bit of resistance from some students. However, demonstrating how to use the record button and reassuring students that I was the only person who'd see/listen to their submissions helped alleviate hesitancy.

When I was a kid, I didn't get choices in my schoolwork, so I enjoy giving students a chance to pick how they show what they know; adding the record option has been a great addition, especially for students who may be shy in class participation. The record function has given students a chance to speak up when they may not have felt ready to during class.

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  1. Lesley Demagall, M.EdMarch 31, 2025 at 10:02 AM

    I'm glad that you were able to relieve some of their hesitancy! Also, that you provided it as an option. How many students used the record button? What information does the record function hold? I have so many questions!

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