2019

Faculty - Flipgrid: Directions and language for student participation via Flipgrid website and/or mobile device (to post in Blackboard)

The following language is suggested in order for students to successfully participate in a Flipgrid discussion through the Flipgrid website:

Flipgrid is an asynchronous video discussion tool that allows us to create a community within our classroom. You will need a camera and microphone to participate. You can access this tool via Flipgrid.com or your mobile device. To access via your mobile device, download the Flipgrid app from your phone's app store and enter the Flip Code provided below. 

Computer Flip Code: [you will enter the link for the specific Topic (discussion) they should participate in not the whole forum, which contains all grids]

Mobile Flip Code: [you will pull the Flip Code for the specific Topic (discussion) they should participate in not the whole forum, which contains all the grids]

To create your initial video post: You will select "Login with Google" and enter your student credentials to access the discussion grid. Once you access the grid, simply select "Record" and record your video.

To reply to a peer: To reply to a video, select a video you would like to watch, watch the video, and click the conversation bubble towards the bottom of the video and record your reply. 

Video time limit: X [enter time limit they have] There is a countdown timer. 

For this discussion, please answer the following questions:

1. Question 1
2. Question 2
3. Question 3

SAMPLE COMPLETED INSTRUCTIONS AND PROMPTS

Flipgrid is an asynchronous video discussion tool that allows us to create a community within our classroom. You will need a camera and microphone to participate. You can access this tool via Flipgrid.com or your mobile device. To access via your mobile device, download the Flipgrid app from your phone's app store and enter the Flip Code below. 

Computer Flip Code: https://flipgrid.com/e876594

Mobile Flip Code: ABCD1234

To create your initial video post: You will select "Login with Google" and enter your student credentials to access the discussion grid. Once you access the grid, simply select "Record" and record your video.

To reply to a peer: To reply to a video, select a video you would like to watch, watch the video, and click the conversation bubble towards the bottom of the video and record your reply. 

Video time limit: You will have 3 minutes for each video you record. There is a countdown timer. 

Since we are in Week 1, we are going to spend some time getting to know each other. For this discussion, please answer the following prompts in your video: 

• Name
• Location
• Major
• Fun fact about yourself

Be sure to provide a video reply to two of your peers' posts. 

Please use the video tips below when posting any videos to Flipgrid for this course:

• Be mindful of what is in your background.
  
  
• Find a professional background space such as a solid white wall or another light colored wall. It is ok to have professional pictures and items on the wall or shelf in the background.
  
  
• Try to keep yourself centered in the camera frame for the duration of the video.
  
  
• Wear appropriate clothing.
  
  
• Write a script or jot down some initial thoughts and ideas in response to the prompts. Try not to read off your notes but rather glance at them as a guide to ensure you are covering everything.
  
  
• Speak slowly and clearly.
  
  
• Keep the camera steady.
  
  
• Practice twice before actually recording so you are familiar with what you want to say and can make adjustments prior to recording - This saves time in the long run.
   
• Don't be too critical of yourself. Keep going if you think you messed up.
  
  
• Have fun!