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FAQ: Which interactive video tool should I use?

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Answer

It depends on the objective of the interactive video activity you want to create. Below is a chart designed to assist you in selecting which interactive video tool you should use. Evaluate your activity's objectives and make the best choice based on the capabilities of the tools and how they align with your goals.

For many activities H5P will be the best tool. However, there are certain times when PlayPosit or Perusall, or perhaps even Panopto Quiz will be the best choice.

Always feel free to contact the ALT Team if you have any questions about which tool to select. Please consider booking a micro-consultation with the ALT Team as you consider which tool to use.

Interactive Video Tool Comparison Chart

Tool Strengths Limitations When To Use Video Sources
H5P
  • Smart Import feature uses AI to turn video into draft interactive videos that only need to be edited
  • Lower learning curve
  • Embeddable anywhere in D2L
  • Limited grade analytics compared to other platforms
  • No option for providing feedback through H5P
  • Limited options for open-ended questions
  • Best choice for most interactive video needs
  • YouTube
  • Panopto
  • Vimeo
PlayPosit
  • More robust options for interactions
  • More robust grading options
  • Options for open-ended questions
  • Must live in D2L’s content area
  • Must have a grade item
  • Higher learning curve for creating content
  • Best choice when you need more robust/complex video interactions options
  • Best for Math expressions/equations
  • YouTube
  • Panopto
  • Vimeo
Panopto Quiz
  • Lowest learning curve
  • Very limited interactivity options
  • Video grade results are difficult to interpret/track
  • Decent choice if you already use Panopto and only want to ask very basic questions
  • Any video file stored on Panopto
Perusall
  • Class discussions on video content
    Time-stamped comments
  • Robust rich text editor allows for a variety of discussion contributions
  • Tagging others
  • Tracking concepts with hashtags
  • AI evaluates interactions for grades
  • Very limited video interaction option (comments only)
  • Not actually an interactive video platform, it is a social annotation tool that allows for annotating video collaboratively with peers
  • Best choice if you want your students to ask questions and/or make comments on a video
  • YouTube
  • Vimeo

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