Video/Media Solutions

NDSU provides a variety of university-supported video and multimedia solutions for creating, editing, managing, and sharing instructional and collaborative content. This page provides an overview of the available tools and links to product-specific resources to help you choose the solution that best meets your needs.

Getting Started

Determine the type of multimedia solution you need (recording, editing, video management, or collaboration). The Instructional Design Center (IDC) is available to help you select and get started with the appropriate tool.

  • YuJa – A video management platform for recording, editing, streaming, and temporarily storing instructional videos.
  • YuJa – A video management platform for recording, editing, streaming, and temporarily storing instructional videos.
  • VoiceThread – An interactive collaboration tool integrated with Blackboard Ultra that enables video, audio, and text discussions. VoiceThread assignments can be linked to the Blackboard Gradebook.
  • Camtasia – A desktop video editing and screen recording application for creating instructional videos and voiceovers. Available on designated IDC lab computers in QBB 150.
  • Microsoft Clipchamp – A browser-based video editor included with Microsoft 365. Create, edit, and share professional-quality videos using templates, screen recording, voiceovers, and OneDrive integration.

Best Practices

  • Record short, focused videos (6 minutes or less when possible).
  • Enable closed captions and provide transcripts.
  • Include instructor presence when appropriate.
  • Offer multiple formats for accessibility.
  • Design activities that support video, audio, or text engagement.
  • Use playback speed controls for comprehension.

Use Cases

  • Record lectures, presentations, demonstrations, or tutorials.
  • Edit videos and add captions.
  • Store and manage instructional media.
  • Create interactive discussions using media.
  • Support student multimedia assignments.
  • Deliver accessible online or hybrid content.

Universal Design / Accessibility

Ensure all videos include accurate captions and transcripts. Provide descriptive titles and context. Use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to support accessibility and inclusivity.

Help, consultation, training

IT Service Center

Intended Audience

  • Faculty
  • Students

Using this solution

Availability

24/7/365 [*Standard outages]

Cost

State-funded: no charge.



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Doc ID:
114418
Owned by:
Sharley K. in NDSU IT Knowledge Base
Created:
2021-10-20
Updated:
2026-06-29
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