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Panopto Video Platform

Panopto is a powerful way to create, edit, store, and share videos that integrate seamlessly into your Canvas courses. Videos can include interactive content and quizzes, as well as be placed within playlists and folders to your specifications.

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    Accessing Panopto via Canvas

    This is the traditional way we have been accessing Panopto. You will access Panopto within Canvas instead of Panopto's site.

    1. Click the Sign In via Canvas button above.
    2. After signing in to Canvas, if needed, click on the course to add the Panopto video.
    3. From the side navigation, click Panopto.
    4. From the Create button's dropdown menu, choose the option that meets your needs.

    Accessing Panopto Directly

    Panopto also provides a stand-alone video sharing portal. This portal allows you to upload, caption, and share your videos without having to navigate through Canvas. You can log into the portal using your usual SMU credentials.

    1. Click the Sign In button above.
    2. If not already logged in, st SMU's Panopto site:
      1. Click the Sign In button.
      2. At the SSO window, enter your SMU email and password.
      3. Authorize with Duo, if needed.
    3. From the Create button's dropdown menu, choose the option that meets your needs.

Video Tutorials

Panopto has provided training videos specifically for SMU.

Creator Training: The Basics of Panopto

Creator Training: Advanced Editor Options for Panopto

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