FAQ: Which interactive video tool should I use?

Updated on Aug 02, 2024

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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