Narakeet - Quickly Turn Slides Into Narrated Videos
TLDRIn this video, Richard Byrne demonstrates how to create a narrated video lesson using Canva and Narakeet. He starts by creating a slideshow in Canva, adding speaker notes for each slide, and then downloading the presentation as a PowerPoint file. Byrne uploads this file to Narakeet, which automatically generates narration based on the notes. He shows how to edit the video, adjust settings like voice, language, and music, and finally download the video in MP4 format for sharing. This quick process simplifies video lesson creation for educators.
Takeaways
- ๐ก Narakeet allows you to easily turn slideshow presentations into narrated videos.
- ๐ฅ๏ธ The process begins with creating a presentation in Canva, using one of their templates.
- ๐ Speaker notes can be added by clicking the 'Notes' button below the slides in Canva.
- ๐ฅ After adding speaker notes, download the presentation as a PowerPoint file.
- ๐ Go to Narakeet's website, where you can upload the PowerPoint file and automatically generate narration for the slides.
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Narakeet imports the presentation, records narration, builds scenes, and creates a video.
- โณ The time it takes to generate the video depends on the number of slides in the presentation.
- ๐๏ธ You can edit various aspects of the video, including language, voice selection, volume, speed, and background music.
- ๐ The video can be re-edited by adjusting the settings and generating a new version.
- ๐ค Once satisfied, you can download the final MP4 file and share or upload it to video platforms like YouTube.
Q & A
What is the purpose of the video?
-The purpose of the video is to show how to create a video lesson using Canva and Narakeet.
What software is used for creating the slideshow presentation?
-The software used for creating the slideshow presentation is Canva.
How does the presenter add speaker notes to the slides in Canva?
-The presenter adds speaker notes by clicking on the notes button below the slides and typing in the notes.
What file format does the presenter download the presentation in?
-The presenter downloads the presentation as a PowerPoint file.
What platform is used to create the video from the PowerPoint file?
-The platform used to create the video from the PowerPoint file is Narakeet.
How does Narakeet generate the narration for the video?
-Narakeet automatically generates the narration for the video using the speaker notes from the PowerPoint file.
What can be adjusted in the Narakeet settings to customize the video?
-In Narakeet settings, you can adjust the language, voice, volume, speed, background music, and subtitles.
What languages and voice options are available in Narakeet for the video narration?
-Narakeet offers various voice options, such as Mike, Bill, Sarah, Jeff, Maggie, Rodney, Britney, Mickey, Martin, and Rhonda, and language options including English (UK) and English (US).
What can the user do if they are not satisfied with the initial video created by Narakeet?
-If the user is not satisfied with the initial video, they can edit the settings and create a new version of the video using Narakeet.
How can the final video created in Narakeet be used?
-The final video can be downloaded as an MP4 file and then uploaded to platforms like YouTube or shared anywhere that supports video playback.
Outlines
๐ฅ Introduction to Creating Video Lessons with Canva and Nariki
Richard Byrne introduces the video, explaining that he will demonstrate how to use Canva and Nariki to create a video lesson for students. He sets the stage for a step-by-step walkthrough of the process.
๐ผ๏ธ Using Canva to Add Speaker Notes
Byrne starts in Canva, selecting a slideshow presentation template. He explains how to add speaker notes by clicking the notes button below the slides. He types in notes, such as a welcome message for students and a description of the lesson about social-emotional learning. He repeats this process for additional slides.
๐พ Downloading the Presentation as a PowerPoint File
Once the presentation is ready with all the speaker notes, Byrne demonstrates how to download the presentation as a PowerPoint file. He names the file 'Mr. Burns Social Science Lesson' and saves it to his desktop.
๐ Uploading the PowerPoint to Nariki
Byrne transitions to Nariki, a video creation tool, and explains that he uses his free account to create a video. He uploads the PowerPoint file that contains his speaker notes, which Nariki imports and automatically generates narration for.
๐ ๏ธ Generating and Reviewing the Video in Nariki
Nariki processes the PowerPoint file, creating a video by recording narration and building the scenes. Byrne explains that the process duration depends on the number of slides. He created a short 17-second video using only three slides, which he plays back to review.
๐๏ธ Editing the Video Settings in Nariki
Byrne explores options to improve the video, such as changing the language and voice for the narration. He demonstrates how to switch from English (UK) to English (US) and adjusts the narratorโs voice, volume, and background music. He also shows how to enable or disable subtitles.
๐ฅ Downloading and Sharing the Final Video
Satisfied with the edited version of the video, Byrne downloads the final MP4 file to his desktop. He highlights the ability to upload the video to platforms like YouTube or share it in any way that supports video playback.
๐ข Conclusion and Additional Resources
Byrne concludes the video by encouraging viewers to explore more tips and tricks on his website, freetech4teachers.com, or by subscribing to his YouTube channel for similar tutorials.
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Keywords
Canva
Narakeet
Speaker Notes
PowerPoint
Narration
Social Emotional Learning
Voice Selection
Music Options
Subtitles
Video Lesson
Highlights
Using Canva templates to create slideshow presentations.
Adding speaker notes in Canva for narrated videos.
Downloading the Canva presentation as a PowerPoint file.
Uploading the PowerPoint file to Narakeet to automatically generate video narration.
Narakeet imports slides and generates narration automatically.
Narakeet offers customizable voice options for narration.
The video creation process duration depends on the number of slides.
Narakeet supports editing the language and voice for narration.
Users can adjust video volume, speed, and background music in Narakeet.
Narakeet provides options to toggle subtitles or always have them visible.
Narakeet allows downloading the finished video in MP4 format.
The video can be easily shared on platforms like YouTube.
Canva and Narakeet streamline the process of creating educational video content.
The process is user-friendly, requiring only a few steps to convert presentations into videos.
Narakeet allows further refinement of the video through its 'Improve video' option.