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Studio (Video & Audio)

Canvas is rebranding Arc as Studio. The functionality of the tool will not change, but the name will be updated.

Studio is a Canvas native media tool, which allows you to create, submit, and collaborate with original content. Video and audio media can be used to easily record discussions and assignment submissions.

You have a Studio link in the Global Navigation of your Canvas interface. Through this link, you can access your self-created or uploaded videos.

Tool Requirements

Supported Browsers

  • Latest version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, I.E., or Safari

Operating System

  • Windows 8 or higher
  • Mac OS 10.9 or higher

Internet Connection

  • Required internet for creating & uploading media

Software Download

  • View & create using a web browser

Account

  • Studio option located in your Canvas navigation

Opportunities

  • Studio will link directly to your computer's webcam and microphone.
  • Viewers can comment on specific points on the video's timeline.
  • Enable closed captioning for created videos.
  • Submit Studio content directly in an assignment or embed it into a discussion.
  • Created media is accessible after course completion.
  • Add tags to your media for easier searching.
  • Replace the thumbnail of your video with an image

Considerations

  • If submitting media and other files for an assignment, you must upload them separately. Canvas will only display your most recent submission for you to review, but your instructor will see all submissions.
  • Comments left within media cannot be graded by instructors or fulfill response requirements. Also, any comments your instructor leaves in the media will only be visible to you if the media is the most recent submission. Turn off comments to avoid any issues.
  • Limit your recording to five minutes or 10 GB for optimal upload.
  • If making longer media, use a lower resolution for recording. Consider using your webcam’s built-in recording software and then upload the media using Studio’s upload media feature.

Additional Support

For details on how to use Studio for creating video and audio files, visit ERAU's Studio User Guide.