What Equipment Do You Use for Online Teaching?

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AndyW
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Joined: Wed Aug 23, 2023 3:56 pm

Hi folks, I'm looking into starting an online class in April and researching what equipment I might need. Things I've seen recommended are a webcam, wireless mic, and some lighting kit. Can you let me know if you've had to buy anything to run your online classes? Thanks.
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Hilary
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Hi Andy,
I use a Rode Go mic and Logitech C960 webcam. I do not have any special lighting.
Good luck with the new classes!
Hilary
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AndyW
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Thanks Hilary,

Most of the advice I've looked at has been for online yoga teachers, but seems it's all pretty similar.

I've seen the Rode Go mentioned in a bunch of places. Do you use a lavalier mic with it?

Regarding lighting, are you teaching in the evening when it might be an issue? I could see getting away with it in the day, but perhaps it's more necessary in the evening?
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Hilary
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Yes I have the lavelier mic, it works really well.

I do teach from home in the evening and have not had a problem with just using the normal light here, but I think the webcam is quite good at dealing with / compensating for the light.
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AndyW
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Joined: Wed Aug 23, 2023 3:56 pm

Great, thanks Hilary. I'm going to look into getting something next week.
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