How do I record audio using the Rich Content Editor as Instructor?

Open the Rich Content Editor using one of the Canvas features which support the Editor.

Click the Media tool.

To only record audio, click the Webcam button [1] and select the No Video option [2].

Note: If your computer does not have a webcam, the No Video option will be selected automatically.

Canvas will select your default microphone. However, if you have multiple microphones, you can select your preferred microphone by clicking the Mic button.

To begin recording audio, click the Start Recording button.

The time [1] and the volume level [2] of your recording will continuously update as you record. To stop recording, click the Finish button [3].

To delete your current recording and start over, click the Start Over button [4].

To preview your audio recording, click the Play button [1]. To save your audio, click the text field [2], enter a title for your audio, then click the Save button [3]. To re-record your audio message, click the Start Over button [4].

View your audio automatically inserted into the Rich Content Editor.

Click the Save button.

Note: When using the Rich Content Editor in Assignments, Discussions, Pages, and Quizzes, you have the option to Save & Publish. When using the Rich Content Editor in the Syllabus and Discussions pages, the Save button may appear as Update Syllabus or Post Reply.