What is a Lightboard?
A lightboard resembles a regular whiteboard, however it is made from steel and a piece of glass. The glass is lit up with LED lights and faculty can record a lecture from behind the glass. The benefits of a lightboard is that students can see a faculty members face AND the instruction at the same time. How do I use it?
You can schedule a recording time on the Lightboard calendar. Please email acatters@emporia.edu and ask to have access to the calendar and it will be shared with you. Once you have scheduled a time to record, an Instructional Designer will have the equipment ready including the camera, microphone and the board. When completed, your file will be electronically distributed to you. We recommend recording small learning bursts in 5-7 increments however, longer instructional videos can be recorded.
Are there any tips before I get started?
Yes! We have several tips and suggestions before coming to record your session. Here are some of our suggestions:
- Wear a solid color shirt (no patterns, stripes, plaids, etc.)
- When recording remember that the image will be mirrored. If pointing in one direction, it will mirror and you will actually be pointing the other direction.
- Use Neon Expo markers, these are provided to you when you begin the recording. Only Neon colors will work.
- After writing on the board, be conscious of where your face is in the writing. When elaborating on particular concepts, move aside the writing which allows the viewer to see your face free from any writing.
- We find it’s best to do this in a dark room with no lights and the dimmers on full power for the ultimate quality. However, you can choose to keep the lights on if you have a live audience, just lower the dimmer levels as you will not need as much light.
- Be sure the black material behind you is straight and free of wrinkles.
- Smile! Your students are able to see your face as you write – no more turning your back and head to the students!
~Anna
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