How to Create an Effective Training Video
Video can be a very effective method to use for training. Most people are visual learners, and they will not be able to connect the dots until they see the process laid out for them with their own two eyes. With the available technology today, recording effective training videos can be done quickly and easily.
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Things You'll Need
- Video capturing device
- Main idea for training
- Outline that supports the main idea
- Time available to record training
Instructions
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Producing an Effective Training Video Can Be a Simple Process
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Purchase the appropriate video capturing device.There are two methods from which you can choose to capture a video. The first method is to use a traditional video camera. This is effective if you want to actually be in the video itself talking to the people you are training. A Flip Camera is easy to use and will record video at the push of a button. It has a USB port attached to the camera and you can easily load your recording onto any computer since the software is on the camera itself.
Another method for capturing video is what is known as a screen capture. A screen capture recorder will record your computer screen and your voice at the same time. This is a very effective method if you need to record a training video on how to do a task on the computer (such as software training).
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Develop the main purpose of the training video. In order for your training video to be effective, you need to have a main purpose that you want to accomplish. Too often, a training video is recorded for the purpose of dispensing a lot of information, but has no definite purpose. Be sure that your training video has a definite purpose that you are trying to convey.
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Sketch out an outline that will reinforce the main theme. Once you have your main purpose, you can then create a few points that build on the purpose. They might be steps on how to accomplish the goal or reasons why you should be participating in the main goal. You need to be compelling and persuasive in order to be effective. Show some passion.
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Record the video. It is okay if you mess up a few times. You message will get clearer and more precise on each video take. Be sure that you stay on point and avoid rambling. That way, your message gets across and remains effective.
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Display the video. The video can be placed on a DVD that can easily be played on any TV with a DVD player. For screen capture videos, you can upload them to YouTube or display the video on a company server that employees can access from their own computers.
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