3 Essential Videos to Shoot Before September: A Teacher’s Guide to Preparing for Back-to-School

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Published: 26 June 2025

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Welcome video for your students

🎯 Purpose: Set the tone for the course and introduce yourself
The first video you should create is your welcome video. This video allows you to introduce yourself to your students, share your expectations for the upcoming year, and set a positive tone. A warm and engaging welcome video helps students feel comfortable and excited before even stepping foot in the classroom.

✅ Why it’s important:
A welcome video establishes a personal connection and gives students a sense of what they can expect. It’s a more engaging and memorable way to introduce yourself than a simple written message.

⚙️Technical Tips:

Duration: 1-2 minutes
Using Rapidmooc: The Rapidmooc’s auto-scrolling teleprompter will help you deliver your message smoothly without losing eye contact with the camera. It helps you stay on track while keeping the video natural and engaging.
Pro Tip: Prepare your script in advance to avoid hesitation. Make sure to add a personal touch, such as sharing a fun fact about yourself or asking students an engaging question to encourage interaction.

Course introduction video

🎯 Purpose: Provide an overview of the syllabus, key milestones, and your teaching philosophy
The course introduction video is essential for outlining what students will learn and how the course will unfold. You can go over the major topics, expectations, and important dates. This format makes the information more engaging than a static syllabus.

✅ Why it’s important:
Providing clarity from the start sets clear expectations for your students, and presenting the syllabus via video makes the content more dynamic and engaging.

⚙️Technical Tips:

Duration: 3-5 minutes
Using Rapidmooc: Use the scene editor to seamlessly interact with your slides or contents. You can easily switch between presenting slides and pretend to push a button or make things move. This makes the course introduction more captivating.
Pro Tip: Start with a brief personal intro, but make sure the content stays concise and informative. Include key details such as class schedules, upcoming projects, and grading criteria.

Tutorial on a key tool or concept

🎯 Purpose: Teach a vital skill or explain an important concept that students will use throughout the course.
Each year, there are tools or concepts that students must master. Why not start the school year by creating a video that walks them through how to use an essential tool or explains a key concept they will rely on? Whether it’s a new learning platform, solution (such as Rapidmooc) or a specific academic concept, this tutorial will help students feel prepared.

✅ Why it’s important:
By helping students get comfortable with the tools and concepts they’ll use regularly, you’re setting them up for success. This also saves time in the classroom, allowing you to focus on deeper learning once the school year begins.

⚙️Technical Tips:

Duration: 5-10 minutes
Using Rapidmooc: Pick the most adapted type of source (video, website page, slide etc) to show the tool or website in action. Explain each step clearly, guiding students through the process. Displaying your face alongside the content you’re explaining will make the tutorial feel more personal.
Pro Tip: Include interactive media like quizzes or clickable links to encourage students to try the tool or concept immediately after watching the video. This reinforces their learning and makes it more engaging.

Why you should prepare the Back-to-school period right now

Spending just a few hours this summer to create these videos will save you time and set your students up for success. With Rapidmooc, you can quickly produce high-quality content that engages your students and gets them ready for the year ahead. Don’t wait for September, start now and hit the ground running.