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Adding a short video at the start of your course — or weekly updates — is one of the simplest and most effective ways to build connection with your students. Whether you’re teaching in person, online, or in a multi-modal format, video helps humanize your course, set the right tone, and keep learners engaged.
With Kaltura Express Capture built right into Moodle, you don’t need special software or editing skills. In just a few clicks, you can record a quick welcome message, highlight weekly topics, or remind students about upcoming assignments. The video can be placed directly on your course homepage, making it the first thing students see when they log in.
Why use video for course updates?
- Personalizes your course by letting students see and hear from you regularly
- Reinforces key information like assignment deadlines or weekly objectives
- Works across delivery modes — in-person, online, or hybrid learners all benefit
- Quick to produce: record once, embed instantly, and move on with your teaching
A one-minute video update can go a long way toward reducing student confusion, improving engagement, and creating a sense of presence in your course.
Tip: Keep it short (1–2 minutes), focused on one or two key points, and try to record in one take. Students appreciate a personal, authentic message over a highly produced video.
Ready to try it?
Watch the video above to try it, or view the step-by-step tutorial here.