Audio issues, captioning, digital display, editing tools, Kanopy streaming service, microphones and mixers

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Audio and video editing tools

This article provides a list of links for each type of audio and video software for which support and training is offered.

Digital display in team based learning classrooms

Comparative view of digital display screens in two different team based learning classrooms. This survey takes into account the importance of being able to locate the power switch for reboot while troubleshooting is in progress.

Microphone - Catchbox power-on and battery replacement procedures

Catchbox wireless microphones enable participants to engage in discussion during classtime. This article explains how to open the padded packaging to access the microphone and its amplifier. The instructions are specific to units powered by alkaline batteries.

Microphone makes a clicking or rattling noise

With regular prolonged usage, wireless lapel microphones may generate extraneous noise as a small cartridge within the microphone capsule gradually loosens. This article provides a procedure for resolving the issue.

Microphone tips for presenters in the classroom

Most rooms in LSA classrooms are equipped with at least one microphone. These are used to reinforce the speaker's voice to be heard in the room, by remote participants during Zoom calls, or to capture the voice on recorded lectures. This article provides basic information and troubleshooting advice.

Microphones in Haven Hall 1700

Haven Hall 1700 is a hi-tech team based learning classroom that includes presenter microphones that are different from the standard found in classrooms across central campus.

Microphones in team based learning classrooms

Technologically enhanced team-based learning classrooms are equipped with tethered table microphones, enabling participants to engage in discussion without having to fiddle with clip-on, hand-held or catchbox microphones. This illustrated aticle explains basic functionality and provides guidelines for proper use of this specialized equipment.

Playback instructions for movies on Kanopy

Kanopy is the University of Michigan’s preferred streaming service for movies and other media. This article explains how to adjust settings and controls for optimum playback.

Using Powerpoint to add live captions to a slideshow

This illustrated article provides step by step procedural instructions for live captioning of a narrated PowerPoint slideshow. Note that it uses the words "caption" and "subtitle" interchangeably. If the subject was film or video, this would be problematic, but it is acceptable for live narration of a slideshow.