For the past several months, Chapman University’s Information Systems & Technology team has been partnering with the Institute for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (IETL) to build and install Chapman University’s very first One Button Studio. Under the direction and supervision of Dr. Roxanne Miller, IETL’s Director, this new video studio is a multi-functioning tool where faculty can record lessons digitally with ease. Using different tools such as a LearningGlass (www.learningglasssolutions.com) and green screen functions, faculty have the ability to enhance their lessons in innovative ways. The best part is that this video studio is setup so there is little to know learning curve for the users.img_1011

Where did this concept come from?

The One Button Studio concept originated from Penn State University. There they utilize two separate recording studio spaces for green screening and the LearningGlass technologies.

How are we implementing One Button at Chapman University?

Dr. Roxanne Miller has incorporated both technologies into one hybrid studio that utilizes the One Button app for recording. Faculty have the option of using green screen, LearningGlass, or doing a traditional video without these technologies, all within the same studio space.

Here is how it works:LearningGlass view

  • All devices (HD camera, microphone, set lights) are all setup on a single electrical circuit. Users simply insert their thumb drive into the USB hub, and ALL devices turn on.
  • The HD camera, lights and equipment are set into optimal positions and the floor is “blocked” with tape, so faculty know precisely where to stand or place props. This means there is minimal setup for faculty prior to recording.
  • Once the user has all recording materials (notes, podium, LearningGlass, green screen) ready to go, they then push the “One Button” to start recording.
  • After the user completes their presentation, they simply push the same button they used to start the recording. This will stop the recording and compress the video file onto the thumb drive automatically.
  • Once the video is saved, the user ejects thumb drive and all of the devices will power down. Again, the user will not need to manually turn any equipment on or off.

 

For more information about the One Button Studio or to book some studio time, visit www.calendly.com/rgmiller.