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You can access Panopto to create videos anywhere in Canvas with an editor toolbar, including pages and discussions. With the demise of Flip (Flipgrid), using Panopto in a Canvas Discussion is one alternative for video discussions.
Faculty: Setting up a video discussion board
You can use a regular discussion in Canvas. Click on the Discussions link in your course menu. Add instructions, any specific discussion settings and a due date. Students will use the Panopto tool to record their video and embed it in a discussion reply.
Student Instructions for Using Panopto in a Discussion
- Click on the reply button below.
- Click on the Panopto icon in the toolbar.
Note: If you don't see this tool, you may need to expand the toolbar by clicking on the options icon (3 vertical dots) at the end of your toolbar.
- The Panopto window will open.
- Select My Folder from the dropdown menu. Click Record.
- Select "Launch Capture."
Note: You may need to allow Panopto access to your microphone and camera. Click "Allow."
- When you're ready, you can click on the red circle button to record your response.
Note: This is also where you can control audio and video.
- When you are done, click on the red square button to stop recording.
- You'll see a confirmation screen showing you when the video has been successfully uploaded. From this screen, you can also rerecord your video.
- Close the Panopto tab and return to the discussion in Canvas.
- In the Panopto pop-up, click the blue "Insert" button.
- Click "Post Reply" in the Canvas discussion.