Panopto

What is Panopto?

Panopto is a Monash supported online video platform and software application that enables you to view pre-recorded videos, record your own video content, and upload videos directly to Moodle as part of the assessment submission process. It has a variety of features that help you to engage with your coursework content and enhance your learning.

Tips for getting the most out of Panopto View

	1. Experiment Panopto has a lot of different options and functions. Try them out to find what works best for you. The more you experiment with software, the more comfortable you will become, and the more you will get out of the learning experience. When you are *watching* videos, experiment with: the playback speed viewing the video embedded on another platform (e.g. Moodle), or in Panopto viewing the video full-screen, or adjusting the size of the browser window different note-making methods in Panopto or using traditional methods. When you are *recording* videos, experiment with: your hardware setup (including testing your audio) how and when you present/share visual materials transitioning between speakers if relevant.
	2. Find or create a conducive study space Approach video material in the same way that you would for other kinds of study by setting up in a location that is conducive to study. Somewhere relatively free of distractions, where you can sit at a desk or table is ideal. It is a lot easier to view videos on a device with a larger screen, such as a computer or tablet, than on a smaller device, such as a mobile phone. If you are making notes digitally, a device with a keyboard or touchscreen is also necessary. Experiment to find the best setup for you not only to view the videos, but also to easily make notes.
	3. View actively instead of watching passively Videos for university are not the same as entertainment videos, so you need to make sure that you approach them with an active learning mindset, rather than passively watching the content. *Before* watching a video: Ask yourself what you need to get out of this video so that you can stay focused on active learning. Check your unit learning outcomes if relevant and think about how this content relates to other learning materials in your unit/course. *While* you are watching a video: Make study notes. Ask yourself questions to connect the new material with what you've already learned in the unit. Pause and rewind to view difficult sections again until you get a full grasp of the content. Take short breaks if you find yourself struggling to pay attention during long videos. *After* watching a video: Review your notes and identify any gaps in your knowledge. Conduct additional research to fill those gaps. Ask questions in your unit forums on Moodle to clarify anything you are unsure about.
	4. Use the Panopto search Panopto's search function is very powerful. It searches the closed captions, notes, bookmarks and any instances where a search term appears on screen and will list the timestamped instances where that search term has appeared during the video. You can search the captions and your own notes for any session, making the notes function a fantastic revision aid.

How to use Panopto

Watching videos in Panopto
You can typically locate Panopto recordings by navigating to the relevant folder for your unit in Panopto, OR from the Panopto block in Moodle which you can find on the right-hand side of your unit’s Moodle site.
In the Panopto block, the three most recent recordings will be listed under Completed recordings.
- Click on the Show all link to expand the list.
- Click on the name of a recording to open it in a new browser tab, in the Panopto player.
Your lecturer may also have linked to or embedded the recordings within your coursework materials in Moodle.
Embedded player
Embedded videos have limited functionality, however basic playback options are still available including audio volume and speed, and the ability to view captions (if available). The video at the top of this page is hosted on this site using the embedded player, so you can use it to experiment with the embedded player interface.
Click on the information points below to read about each of the embedded player features and how to use them.
Panopto player
The Panopto player has more extensive functionality, including the ability to take notes and participate in discussions more easily while watching the video.
Click on the information points below to read about each of the Panopto player features and how to use them. Note that some features will only be available if enabled. For example, not all videos will have a table of contents, or thumbnails.
Recording
Panopto is both a platform for hosting videos, as well as a software application that you can use to record video content. Because it is a Monash supported platform which is integrated with Moodle, it can be used to submit videos directly to Moodle. Panopto has basic video editing features, including the ability to trim or cut content, and upload captions.
Watch the video below for an overview of:
- downloading the Panopto software
- recording videos directly in Panopto
- uploading existing videos in Panopto
- moving your video into the Panopto assessments folder
- submitting video assessments on Moodle using Panopto.
- Instructions for PC users
- Instructions for MAC users
For more instructions and demonstrations on how to record in Panopto visit the following pages on the official Panopto support site:
Editing
Panopto also has basic video editing features.
Watch the video below for instructions on how to edit videos in Panopto, including how to trim and cut content from the video, and how to insert content from another video.

Frequently Asked Questions

If your internet speed is slow, or you have intermittent internet access while trying to watch a video, you can adjust the playback quality in the player settings.
1. Click on the Quality icon in the Panopto player
2. Select medium
Note: The option to adjust the playback quality is not available in the Embedded Player, so if you are viewing an embedded video click on the Watch in Panopto icon to open up the full Panopto player.

Can I download recordings to watch offline?

The unit coordinator determines the order of the recordings in the settings. However, you can temporarily change the list order.

In the Panopto folder, click on any of the Sort by options to order recordings by name, duration, or date. The default is to sort by date in descending order (most recent recordings at the top of the list).
To change the order between descending and ascending, click a second time on the same option.
You may need to sign in to Panopto to view coursework video content and other video materials which are restricted to Monash staff and students.
If you are asked to sign in, select Monash Okta from the drop down menu. You will then be able to click Sign in without needing to input a username or password on the Panopto site. This will redirect you through the Monash account verification process.
There are two reasons why you might be having difficulty accessing a Panopto video that has been embedded on Moodle. You might need to sign in to Panopto to get access, or you might need the owner of the video to adjust the sharing settings.
This is because coursework content and some other kinds of videos are typically only available to specific groups of people by default, so the sharing settings can vary depending on how the video has been uploaded.
- Signing in
  If you encounter a Panopto sign-in screen instead of the video, this means the video is available to you, but you first need to sign in to Panopto. This can happen when a video is uploaded to a Panopto folder associated with a particular Moodle unit. You will need to sign in to both Moodle and Panopto for it to display on Moodle.
  Below is an example of what may display on the screen instead of the embedded video:
  To sign in, click on the top drop-down box and select ‘Monash Okta’. You will then be able to click the ‘sign in’ button without needing to input a password.
- Requesting access
  If you encounter an error message saying that you do not have access, this means the video is not available to you. This can happen if the video is stored in a different location to the assigned Moodle folder, and the owner of the video has not shared the video with the group of students enrolled in your unit.
  Below is an example of what may display on the screen instead of the embedded video:
  You can request access by clicking on the link in the error message. However, this will only request access for you individually, and it may take some time for the video owner to respond to the request, or in some circumstances they may not be able to respond (such as if they are on leave). Consequently, if you see this kind of error for a video on Moodle please inform your unit coordinator so that they can organise for the video to be made available to everyone in your unit.

How can I access captions?

If captions are enabled, you can click on the three dots icon in bottom-right of the Panopto player to access the caption settings menu.
You can adjust the position, colour, and size of the captions.
Searching all Panopto videos
If you log into the Monash Panopto website using your Okta account, you will see a search bar at the top of the home page which allows you to search all of the videos you have access to in Panopto. This will search for keywords that appear in the video title, description, and content.
Searching within a Panopto video
You can also search for specific content within a specific video.
Accessing search
- To search in the full screen player, use the search bar on the left hand side of the screen where you see the words ‘Search this recording’
- To search videos in the embedded player, click on the small arrow at the bottom of the video to open the advanced features, then click the search icon. A search bar with the words ‘Search this video’ will appear.
Search results
Panopto will search for keywords that appear in the closed captions, notes, bookmarks and where the keyword appears on screen. Search results will show instances of the keyword, timestamped to that point in the video.
In the full screen player you can restrict the search results by choosing a source from the first drop-down box on the results panel. Using the second drop-down box you can Sort by time if you would prefer a chronological list of the results.
Note: The option to filter results is not available in the Embedded Player, so if you are viewing an embedded video click on the Watch in Panopto icon to open up the full Panopto player.
In the Panopto full screen player, you can access a full transcript of the captions by clicking on the ‘captions’ panel.
If you are seeing videos as a blank screen in Moodle, please try using Google Chrome as your browser when accessing Moodle.
If you still experience this issue in Google Chrome, please follow the instructions on Panopto's website to grant third party cookies.