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13. Cameras in Teaching Spaces

13.1. Do not forget the camera when teaching.

An example of the camera recording range The view from a camera looking at the lectern

Smile, you are on camera

To create a useful recording, you need to be visible on camera. When the camera cannot see you, the recording may show only the empty room or your slides. This can make it harder for students to follow gestures, demonstrations or whiteboard work.

Screens, monitors and whiteboards also need to be positioned so that anything important is captured clearly.

Tips

• Check where the main recording camera is positioned in the room.
• Stand in the main teaching area so the camera can see you clearly.
• Avoid standing in blind spots or far to the side of the room.
• When using a whiteboard, make sure you are not blocking the writing from the camera’s view.
• Remember: you may see multiple camera previews, but only one will be used for the EchoVideo (Q‑Review) recording.
• Speak towards both the room and the camera so remote or recorded viewers can follow clearly.
• Ensure you use microphones so your audio is captured along with the video.