Scenarios and tools for recording microlectures

In accordance with the recommendations of the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE), follow these guidelines when recording videos for microlessons:

Be natural, not perfect. A microlecture should sound like a live conversation, so you don't have to worry about making mistakes or correcting yourself. Small imperfections make the video more authentic and show students that there is a real person behind the screen. It's just important to stick to the basic outline and avoid unnecessary rambling.

Use a bright and energetic tone. When you enjoy the topic yourself, your students will be more engaged. Even with technical explanations, avoid monotony and the sound of reading from a paper. Smiling while speaking carries through to your voice and further increases the energy of the lecture.

Break the content into smaller chunks. Cover concepts gradually and don't overload a short lecture with too much information. Incorporate short pauses and ask questions to encourage students to pause the video and think about the answer.