Software Instructions

Sometimes, it is unclear which app is best for a recording or a meeting, which apps are available, or the difference between them. The image below gives an overview of common arrangements for recordings and meetings and the apps suitable for each case.

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Software Options
Software	Screen Recording	Web Camera	HD Camera	Editing	Meeting	Webcast
Panopto	*** * ***	*** * ***	* *	* *		*** * ***
Canvas Studio	*** * ***	*** * ***		* *
Teams	*	* *			*** * ***	*** * ***
Zoom	*	* *			*** * ***	*** * ***
OBS Studio	*** * ***		*** * ***
Camtasia	*** * ***	*** * ***		*** * ***
Podcast	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable	*** * ***	Not applicable	Not applicable

Explanation
*** * ***	Works well
* *	Works, but there are better options.
*	Possible but not recommended
*Podcast	You can get instruction on podcasts in teaching at the Centre for Teaching and Learning: kennslumidstod@hi.is.
Panopto	If you want to use Panopto for editing, it is better to install the application on your computer instead of editing in your browser.

See also the Canvas tip Which kinds of videos lead to the best student learning outcomes?