Recording lectures

[deleted244469]

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I know people use tape recorders to record lecture, but has anyone actually tried to video it? Just curious, as I am an EXTREMELY visual learner and I wasnt sure if it was a crazy idea or not. Im not talking about tripod with the big *** camera. I have seen these new TINY Hd cameras that would work perfect and run in 150-200 range. Or possibly a web cam on a computer? Is this illegal? Just a crazy idea that hit me. 🙂 Of course I will be in class taking notes as well, but seeing what I learned in lecture would probably help me a lot.

 

[vickpick]

I have done it... It is not better than audio since, it is hard to read what the professor has written in the low res videos.. (640x480 is still low)..
i even tried my hd cam with no luck.. audio only FTW! Less hassle and same productivity..

 

[vickpick]

btw, it is illegal to record w/o permission.. i asked for permission.. one of my better videos we also broadcasted on my proffesor's website

 

[nlax30]

Regardless of whether you audio or video record you need to ask the professor if they have a problem with it.

I guess it could be helpful if they write a lot of notes on a whiteboard as they lecture, but if they use powerpoint slides I don't see it being much help since you'd be recording the slides that you probably already have anyway.

Not sure it would be very practical either. The camera may have enough space to record a full lecture but then after every class you'll probably need to transfer the file over to some other storage device, and then actually find the time to go back through and watch it again.

 

[vickpick]

Regardless of whether you audio or video record you need to ask the professor if they have a problem with it.

I guess it could be helpful if they write a lot of notes on a whiteboard as they lecture, but if they use powerpoint slides I don't see it being much help since you'd be recording the slides that you probably already have anyway.

Not sure it would be very practical either. The camera may have enough space to record a full lecture but then after every class you'll probably need to transfer the file over to some other storage device, and then actually find the time to go back through and watch it again.

I actually did go back and listen to the lecture before each exam for 1 day...
Finding time as a pre-med is actually easier than people think, most pre-meds waste a lot of time since the time they do spend in classroom or studying is pretty intense... in my case, i do have time, but i just waste it..
but during exams, that stops and then I listen to the recordings...
I aced the class which I would'nt have been able if i wouldnt have done that... i had an 80 average and then I started doing that 👍

 

[deleted244469]

Regardless of whether you audio or video record you need to ask the professor if they have a problem with it.

I guess it could be helpful if they write a lot of notes on a whiteboard as they lecture, but if they use powerpoint slides I don't see it being much help since you'd be recording the slides that you probably already have anyway.

Not sure it would be very practical either. The camera may have enough space to record a full lecture but then after every class you'll probably need to transfer the file over to some other storage device, and then actually find the time to go back through and watch it again.

I agree, I have WAY too much time so storing them wont be an issue. Also I would only use it for professors that write a lot of notes on the board, as Power Points are always online for students to look at. I just like hearing how to do everything. Thanks for the post 🙂

 

[Shawnpremed]

It is VERY true that no matter what format you record lectures in, it's time consuming to go back and re-experience everything again.

My college podcasts a lot of lectures, so maybe yours or others may offer that.

Also, if your class has a notetaking service, u may want to buy notes taken by a student in your class if it helps.

Btw, tape recorders?? u serious? I'd recommend Olympus digital recorders. I love mine👍

 

[nlax30]

I'd probably say you are in the minority of those who would actually go back and listen to the lectures at the undergrad level so good job 👍 Mainly for finding something that works for you and using it to your advantage.

 

[vickpick]

It is VERY true that no matter what format you record lectures in, it's time consuming to go back and re-experience everything again.

My college podcasts a lot of lectures, so maybe yours or others may offer that.

Also, if your class has a notetaking service, u may want to buy notes taken by a student in your class if it helps.

Btw, tape recorders?? u serious? I'd recommend Olympus digital recorders. I love mine👍

I used my mp3 player.. hehe i bought it for only 20$ just for the purpose..

 

[deleted244469]

It is VERY true that no matter what format you record lectures in, it's time consuming to go back and re-experience everything again.

My college podcasts a lot of lectures, so maybe yours or others may offer that.

Also, if your class has a notetaking service, u may want to buy notes taken by a student in your class if it helps.

Btw, tape recorders?? u serious? I'd recommend Olympus digital recorders. I love mine👍

Haha thats what I meant. A digital recorder. Tape recorders are still around ya know? 😎

 

[njbmd]

The problem with taping (vid or aud) is that most lectures are designed for people being present in the lecture room. When you go back to relisten to these tapes, they are of little use and contain loads of extra stuff that you don't need.

A better strategy is for you to prepare for class by previewing the material, listen to the lecture (tape if you feel that you need every word) and fill in any gaps in your notes. Then use your notes to make your own summary tapes which will be geared to your study style rather than a blow-by-blow regurgitation of what a professor says.

If you attend lecture prepared, then you can sit back and visualize what you need rather than become a clerk that is trying to capture every word as opposed to getting the "meat" of the lecture.