What EQUIPMENT I use to TEACH ONLINE

[@ogechukwublessing141]

Thanks a lot for the information. I will try and get them. Am about to start online teaching.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Good luck!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I had so many people asking about my set up so thought I'd share this with all of you. Hope this helps! Let me know if have questions.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

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[@sandeepkushwahavlogs0]

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[@VirtualTeachingPro]

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[@ShiaGirl18]

The audio is fantastic! Thank you for sharing!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ShiaGirl18]

I'm glad you mentioned the arm for the microphone. It has helped me with options for one I should purchase.

[@MATHTODAY650]

this was a great help for us,Teacher.

[@SuperBram77]

This is great. As a fellow teacher, it's always great to see video about behind the scene. Gives us more inspiration 👍

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I completely agree. I love learning what other teachers are doing and being inspired by their set up or new ways of teaching that I haven't though of before. Someone recently told me they invested in a laptop stand so they don't have to use books to prop up their computer. I thought...I need that! Now I'm on the search.

[@SuperBram77]

@@VirtualTeachingPro I just did the same thing but with the lightings. Instead of buying ring lights, I made my own DIY softbox light.👍

[@nywalker1]

@@VirtualTeachingPro Great equipment share. I use a shoebox; I don't need another gadget on my desk. *** sorry Ashlee, I meant to say, I use a shoebox to hold my laptop to my eye level...keep on with the great videos!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

oohhh that's amazing! I love DIY projects! I bet yours actually works better than my ring light too. Do you find the softbox light easier on the eyes instead of a ring light which is super bright? I'm looking for options to help ease eye strain.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

That sounds awesome! The less gadgets the better. I haven't heard of show box. Is it an app or device of sorts?

[@talkttalk2010]

Beautifully presented! And I love the peaceful Buddha in the background ☺️

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Thank you! 🙂

[@chandanverma4336]

Will love to hear more about your presenting skills during teaching? How do you arrange notes? Love you for your work.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

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[@Zumbale3]

Excellent, thank you! ❤

[@mahiyamariam3235]

You are amazing sweetheart! I have benefitted a lot from all your videos. 💜

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Oh thank you so much 🤗💜 I’m behind grateful for your comment and glad the videos have been helpful.

[@sapuahsamad3340]

Thanks for sharing, easy to understand.. really appreciate it. And you look fab! 😍 👍

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Thanks so much! 😊 What kind of class are you teaching online?

[@sapuahsamad3340]

@@VirtualTeachingPro It online class for my student using google meet during this pandemic where school are closed.

[@strangelanguage]

Thank you, this is very helpful! Two follow up questions: Do you use the built-in camera on your macbook for video during your classes or something else for your video? How do you monitor the sound of your students - headphones/earbuds, bose speaker, computer speaker, etc? I find it really helps reduce potential feedback and other sound issues if I am using some kind of headphones.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I use to use the computer camera but now I use my iPhone as my camera bc it has better quality. I don't use earbuds anymore actually but I have a space that it's okay to have loud noise with lots of students talking and singing 😊 I just use my computer speakers but I have a brand new macBook pro so the quality is really high. Headphones are great for feedback though! Also check out your zoom audio settings and see if you can make some adjustments that might help like enabling Original Sound in advanced settings.

[@strangelanguage]

@@VirtualTeachingPro Thank you for the reply - much appreciated! Feels like no matter how dialed in it can be, there's always room for improvement. I just want to create the best possible experience for my students and streamline my process to the point where I don't really have to think about anything besides teaching. Your videos are super helpful in that regard!

[@Codeytek]

You are awesome!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You too!!

[@truegrit7697]

This was great! Just so you know, you were a life saver when classes switched to Zoom from in-person last February! What could have been disastrous worked out wonderfully 😊

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Oh my goodness I’m so glad to hear that I was able to help! Sending you all the positive support right back!

[@nayelushaba3041]

Thank you so much.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You're welcome! Did the video help offer some ideas with equipment teaching online? I'm always updating my equipment so you might check this one out too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mH6oZ2WQq76nbK8

[@danmelear5755]

Thank you for being so open about your setup. I read your comments about not needing earbuds but I did not understand how your mic does not pick up students talking through your laptop speaker. Please explain again. Thanks.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

No need to worry about your mic picking up the other people talking. I use earbuds half the time these days. Do what makes you feel more comfortable so you can focus on the teaching and less on the tech :)

[@hudhudtv4155]

Thanks for sharing ! Really help a lot:)

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Glad it helped! Anything I didn't cover in this video that would be helpful for you right now?

[@andresmartinez6134]

you are the best, exactly what I needed Thank you so much

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You're welcome!

[@butlerjames1974]

This was very helpful. Great video! 👌🏾

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@solomonternder]

Cool! Thanks for sharing

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

No problem!

[@BrokenRecord-i7q]

hi ashlee quick question why dont you use a mic from a headphones instead of a microphone?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I guess it’s a personal preference. I like to be able to step back or into the mic. I also teach and coach online for vocals with my performing students/clients so I need a mic that compresses the sound for singing which can only be done with a mic not attached to the headphones.

[@BrokenRecord-i7q]

@@VirtualTeachingPro thanks ashlee, really appreciate the quick response :)

[@thanushkasudasinghe1982]

Thanking you. Valuable lesson.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ogechukwublessing141]

Waoo, this is on point for teachers. Am gonna save and get those equipment. Pls what is a visualizer

[@rinslythennakoon8452]

Stunning explanation.........!!!!!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Many thanks!

[@norroberts4474]

Great going, enjoy it. What about a camera, or were you using your laptop camera ?

[@rosacelabi]

Thank you for this very helpful video. By the way, the smaller ring light is currently unavailable.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Welcome. I’ll work on updating that link. Thanks 🙏 thanks for letting me know.

[@mitchellandrachelm5700]

my wife is going to set up an office so she can teach her students in the uk...so they never miss her...thanks for the ideas...mitchell - sunshine coast queensland australia

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Fantastic! I wish her the very best in her office creation and set up! I'm sure her students will love connecting with her.

[@juandavila3622]

Thank you for all! they are really good advice.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You are so welcome! Glad I can be of help. Got more help coming for you every week on my channel.

[@mexico765378]

What about the camera that you use? You didn´t mention it. If possible please talk about it because the image of your videos is really nice

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

The camera I use is this one and thank you so much for the compliment! Camera Canon Mark III → amzn.to/2NatNoK

[@pollybuthelezi8889]

This is amazing, thank you Ashlee ❤️ 🇿🇦

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You’re so welcome!

[@masterbusiness412]

Thanks, very insightful! Would you please Advise, which lens do you use for this amazing shooting angle?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

This is a canon camera and it's the 55mm lens. I've recently switched to a 4k sony but I still love this camera with the blurry background look.

[@hatchedague]

Do you have a webcam to recommend? My computer does not have a camera built in...

[@raissagadre4643]

I have an ipad and I attend all my classes from that but I don't have a ring light so what shall I use plus I have no idea how I shall setup my table thanks

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You got this! Use a light or lamp you might have already at home and place it in front of you face to brigten or work in front of a window with natural light.

[@inmemoryofCarla]

What about noise cancelling headphones and a microphone instead of the microphone you have?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Absolutely that would work well too! It's really a personal preference. Try out what you feel works best for you and the adjust as you work more online. I've even adjusted the mic I use now to one that is a little better for singing since that's what I do a lot of my work in.

[@eddygan325]

Thank you for sharing. Nice Buddha Statue

[@sz72909]

Hi. Thanks for sharing. What camera do you use for the Zoom class (not the camera you used to record this video). Is it your laptop's built-in camera, or a separate web cam?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi there! I use my phone for my camera for zoom classes now. I have an iphone and use EPOC cam app and then plug it into my computer. I've got a video on that if it's helpful here kzbin.info/www/bejne/mH6oZ2WQq76nbK8

[@vladaakavk370]

Start from 1:40

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

cool thanks for sharing

[@enlinopre8414]

Hello ashley is there any ringlight that is eyes friendly

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Good question. Lately, I've been playing with putting lights on the side corners in front rather than right in front of me to help ease eye strain. All ring lights are pretty much the same but I suggest making sure you can get one that has a warm to cool color wheel for options. I also like to use as much natural light as possible to lower the use of ring lights durning the day

[@internetslob]

Great information,,I just have One question, how do you go with people talking to you during class,,say in Zoom,and the students voices with the external microphone?? Is there any feedback?? Do you have a seperate speaker setup?? Thanks

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Depends. If you use a USB digital mic then you should be fine with no feedback. If you use an analog mic and external mixer then you will need to use headphones for the speaker so you can hear the students. My typpical set up I just plug in the USB mic to my laptop and select that mic in Zoom for the audio and select speaker as either my headphones or just my laptop speaker if I don't want to wear headphones. Does that help?

[@ginamoore5178]

What is the brand and type of ring light and microphone and mic stand you are using?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi there! I've put links to everything in the description box to make it easier for you to see what I"m using! It's in the box below the video. If you're on a mobile device click the drop down arrow on the right to open the description box and view all the details 😃

[@novaniki73]

Thanks so much for this video, Teaching Design to University students online since March :( Your tips are excellent. May I ask why you decided to use a microphone? like you I have the newest MacBook pro but I find the audio excellent on the MacBook pro

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi Nicola! I feel ya on teaching online since March. Design is so challenging to teach online so hang in there! I teach musical theatre so we do lots of singing and loud talking so an external mic really helps with condensing the sound and creating a more "live" quality of the voice so it feels like they are in the room. I find that an external mic also helps with a clear, crisp sound when you're speaking just bc it's better quality than the built in mic. I think it's a personal choice really. If you're doing a ton of online teaching and meetings, etc then it's a good option bc it really does up the level and quality of the sound. When I switch from my computer mic to the external mic the students are always shocked at how much better it sounds.

[@novaniki73]

@@VirtualTeachingPro Thank you so much for this fantastic advice, I am going to buy a mic! I bought a ring light and it really does make a difference (for once my wrinkles are not so obvious!) - Your videos are fantastic, thank you so much and greeting from the Emerald Isle :)

[@jackerb5449]

Thank you for all of these tutorials and thank you for sharing your set up!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

You are so welcome!

[@annejay5605]

Do you use headphones? Nice video btw.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Sometimes. It depends but most of the time I don’t bc I live in a space where I am mostly alone and can shut the door. If I use my mic and equipment that is through the H6 meaning it’s not digital then yes I use headphones as that is the only way to hear with that set up.

[@JAM-qn1hq]

Where is your link for the products? Thank you!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

in the description box below the video :) all items are listed and linked to make it easier for you click and view.

[@dana.illust]

Just a question with your microphone, if you use it for lessons, do you get any echoing? I teach online and I find that if my students are speaking, the microphone will pick up the sound and create a terrible echoing sound. Thanks for the great video!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I do not get any feedback when I use my mic but you might want to go back in and check your settings in zoom though. Go into advanced under the audio section and check it out. Also make sure you only have one device open that's using zoom in your work space and two. That could cause feedback.

[@sw6118]

Don’t forget sitting up straight…little pillow to keep you there…

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Absolutely, a great lumbar pillow can do wonders!

[@mwadiyakin-malebo4135]

Thank you for sharing. New subbie.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Thanks for subbing! So wonderful to connect with you here.

[@DrRobertWRenn]

Which webcam do you use for teaching online? Thanks!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi Robert! I actually use the camera built in on my macbook Pro and it works great. It's also the video you see in my tutorials for Canvas with the picture in picture on the bottom right corner.

[@DrRobertWRenn]

Ashlee, Are you saying that you made this video using the webcam on your Macbook Pro? It appears that you are looking into a different camera than the one on your computer, but I may be mistaken. Thanks again!

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Oh, I understand your question now. When I teach online I do use my computer camera but when I record videos like this one I'm using a DSLR camera this one --> Camera Canon Mark III: amzn.to/2NatNoK

[@reds207]

@@VirtualTeachingPro And what software do you use to record the tutorial videos (entire screen), and also for the picture at the bottom right corner?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

@@reds207 check out this video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHyaoJ2ap56GjJo

[@RakeshYadav-ep5gq]

Thanks mam Good learning

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

It's my pleasure

[@naseerahmad-jk2en]

Hi ashlee give me some tips for making online videos

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

start with this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4bWlaGAa9RoqLM

[@destinyovbiebo8988]

Hi, I’m about to start online math tutoring, what do I need? Give me a feedback please.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi there. It depends on the platform the school/tutor is using. I would reach out to your teacher and ask them if there is anything specific you need. I would assume you need a internet, computer and a quiet place you can work. Try to find a bright place so the teacher can clearly see you and a quiet place so they can hear you. YOu might try using headphones and perhaps get an external mic so they can clearly hear you. Either try a headphone with a mic attached like a gaming headphone set or an external mic you can plug into your computer. Best wishes in your learning!

[@destinyovbiebo8988]

@@VirtualTeachingPro thank you. I’m going to be the host tutoring people online

[@seinnaheet]

Do you think it’s possible to use an iPad for online video teaching/TEFL?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

It's okay for video conferencing but most LMS platforms offer more elements in the actual browser function that you can't access in the mobile version on an ipad.

[@hectorsanchez1978]

I really enjoy your videos. I know your very busy person but Is it ok of I ask you something? This is so nuts, and my eyes are going to pop out of my head. I've been studying and becoming more acquainted with trying to build a course by reading ebooks but sadly, I encountered a laptop problem. I purchase a brand new HP laptop for $1,000, thinking that the computer would be able to handle some software like Camtasia and then all of a sudden Camtasia crashed when I opted a video or 2 resulting in a blue screen of death in other words it froze and a blue screen appeared. I called the HP service and send in my laptop about two days ago, so I'm in a bit of a pickle because I don't know what to do now. Will I be better off using Camtasia or another platform? I'm not satisfied since I paid for Camtasia already and scared to use it again. Is this something you've experienced? everything was running smoothly until I downloaded camtashia! I will appreciate your feedback and will be grateful🙏🏽.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Hi there. So sorry that happened to you. I am not familiar with Camtasia personally but it looks like a great software promo for creating and editing video content. I use a MacBrook Pro for all my work so I'm not familiar with HP laptops and their capabilities. If everything was working until you downloaded the program then it might be that your hardware wasn't equipped to fully run the program.

[@loveepinkk7]

Hello Ashlee!! Love love your set up! Thank you so much for sharing! I am going to order these rings lights. Just have a question. The bigger right light behind your laptop is that the 18” by Neewer? And the mini you talked about is that the 10.2”? Thank you in advance 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💛💛💛

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I can't remember the exact size off the top of my head but you can see the exact ones in the links in the description box and it takes you right to the product in Amazon. Hope this helps!

[@loveepinkk7]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@jpbernie72]

Do you use a separate webcam?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

sometimes but most of the time I just use my built in camera in my mac laptop because it's super high quality.

[@mikebnike1426]

What about which camera ?

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I list the camera I mention in the video details along with a link if that's helpful.

[@thefullenglish2195]

Did you have problems connecting your USB mic to your MacBook??

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I didn't but just make sure you have the correct adapter for your MacBook and the mic you are trying to plug into it. You can buy the adapters on amazon usually just gotta make sure you have the right one for your computer.

[@thefullenglish2195]

@@VirtualTeachingPro Thank you for the info!

[@thefullenglish2195]

@@VirtualTeachingPro Are you using a MacBook Air or Pro and how old is it? Sorry for all the questions, it's just that I've read various conflicting info about mics not working with Apple products...

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I have a MacBook Pro and it's about 2 years old. I did have the air a while but made the switch to Pro bc the air just doesn't offer enough ways to connect external equipment like mics, hard drives etc plus the storage on the hard drive is very low. Hope that helps a little.

[@anthonyembry7737]

I appreciate you’re business plan it would be a good idea to share your passive income streams as a teacher.

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

Great idea and thanks so much for your feedback. I'll add that to my list of videos to work on.

[@MayneJaxon]

Ms. Espinosa: “the microphone is super affordable” Me: *checking the price on Amazon* Amazon: “$399.00” Me: “😳😟 oh yea I’m on the wrong video” 😂😂😂

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

I think you might be referring to the mic I suggest for podcasting. The Fifine mic that I suggest in this video is about $60 on Amazon. It's the first one I suggest in the notes and the mic under it was the more expensive one that is $399. I agree with you that one is super expensive! I will go ahead and remove that one from this video reference just so other people don't get confused. Thanks so much for pointing that out to me. I appreciate it! Here's the link to the one I use and suggest in this video One I used in this video: amzn.to/3f4aQ36

[@classixxmathsfromkotarajas3933]

beautiful mam

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

thanks so much

[@kashyapthakor]

One more student added..

[@VirtualTeachingPro]

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