FAQ's

How do I use Zoom annotations to give feedback on students’ video?

Zoom is available to all York University faculty.


    1. To use annotation on a Zoom call you need to be in a call, and screen sharing.
      1. Learn more about starting calls and screensharing; https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362153-How-Do-I-Share-My-Screen-,
      2. Learn how to use annotations; https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005706806-Annotation-as-a-Viewer

How do I use YouTube subtitles to give feedback on students’ video?

The Youtube app is free and includes video interactive/annotation tool that can be used to give feedback by adding subtitles.


    1. Add subtitles to my Youtube video:  https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734796?hl=en

How do I use H5P to give feedback on students’ video?

H5P  is a free app that annotates videos.


      1. Install H5P: https://h5p.org/installation
      2. Use H5P, upload content, create content, edit content, and embed content: https://h5p.org/documentation/for-authors/the-basics
      3. Watch the quick start video instructions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1Hdvdmzs8c

How do I use Camtasia to give feedback on students’ video?

Camtasia is available to York University Faculty. It can also be purchased from TechSmith.


      1. Add annotations to video using Camtasia:  https://www.techsmith.com/tutorial-camtasia-transitions-annotations-behaviors.html
      2. Watch the tutorial on how to add annotations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFfeg-51JR8