Screen Recording with Kaltura Capture

Creating screen recordings is a powerful way to support flexible, accessible learning. Whether you are an instructor preparing asynchronous content or a student submitting a video presentation, this guide walks you through recording with Kaltura Capture in Moodle, along with additional tools available on both Windows and Mac.

Option 1: Kaltura Capture (Recommended for OC Moodle)

Who can use this?

• Faculty creating lectures, assignment walk-throughs, demonstrations, and course tours.
• Students recording presentations or screen-based assignments.

Step 1 – Install Kaltura Capture

1. Log in to Moodle.
2. Select My Media from the top navigation.
3. Click Add New → Kaltura Capture.
4. Download the installer for Windows or Mac.
5. Run the installer and follow the prompts.

If you're using a college-managed computer, you may need help from IT Services to complete installation.

Step 2 – Launch Kaltura Capture

1. Return to My Media in Moodle.
2. Select Add New → Kaltura Capture again.
3. Allow the browser to open the Kaltura Capture desktop app.

Step 3 – Set Up Your Recording

• Screen – Choose which monitor or display to capture.
• Camera – Enable webcam video if desired.
• Audio – Select your microphone and check input levels.

Step 4 – Record

1. Click Record and wait for the countdown.
2. Navigate your slideshow, Moodle course, or any content you want to demonstrate.
3. Click Stop when finished and confirm.

Step 5 – Upload to Moodle

1. Preview your recording in the Kaltura Capture window.
2. Name the recording and add an optional description.
3. Select Save & Upload.

Step 6 – Embed the Video in Moodle

Option A – As a standalone activity

1. Turn editing on in your course.
2. Select Add an activity or resource.
3. Choose Kaltura Video Resource (or similarly named tool).
4. Click Add Media → choose your recording → Embed.

Option B – Embedded inside a text block

1. Add a Text and media area resource.
2. Click the Embed Kaltura Media icon.
3. Select your recording → Embed.
4. Save and view your embedded player on the course page.

Other Screen Recording Tools for Windows & Mac

While Kaltura Capture integrates best with Moodle, these tools are great alternatives for creating tutorials, demonstrations, and presentations. Simply record your video, save it, and upload it into My Media.

OBS Studio (Windows & Mac)

• Free, powerful, supports multiple cameras and scenes.
• Ideal for advanced users or complex instructional recordings.

Loom (Windows, Mac, Browser)

• Fast, simple, shareable videos with minimal setup.
• Great for feedback, explanations, or short demonstrations.

ScreenPal (Windows & Mac)

• Beginner-friendly with built-in editing tools.
• Useful for tutorials, narrated slides, and walk-throughs.

Built-In Recording Tools

Windows

• PowerPoint Recording: Record directly into slides.
• Xbox Game Bar: Quick screen recording (Win + G).

Mac

• QuickTime Player: Built-in screen recording.
• Screenshot Toolbar: Press Shift + Command + 5.

When using these tools, save your file (usually .mp4) and upload it to Moodle via My Media → Add New → Media Upload.

Why Use Screen Recording at Okanagan College?

Screen recording supports flexible learning and aligns with Okanagan College’s commitment to accessible, student-centred education. These tools help:

• Educators create reusable, captioned learning materials.
• Students demonstrate understanding through video-based assignments.
• Both groups benefit from clearer explanations, visual demonstrations, and multimodal communication.

If you need help installing tools or embedding videos, please connect with IT Services (students) or the Education Technology Team (educators).