Sections

FAQ

Container
Will the RVC-Videos affect the attendance of my class?
Text Area

RVC has been offering to HKUST since 2006. No noticeable impact on student attendance due to the release of lecture video is found. Faculty can always determine how and when the lecture videos are released to students to optimize their effectiveness.

Who own the copyright of the RVC-Videos?
Text Area

MTPC regards the RVC-Video as a kind of teaching material produced by the Center. The videos are downloadable by the faculty but will be removed from the online streaming server after the semester. The copyright of the videos should refer to the relevant University copyright polices. Details can be found in the online Faculty Handbook.

Can I video record my lecture without student so that I can present the content without interruption?
Text Area

Yes. This kind of recording can be made upon request in a RVC venue.

Can student download the videos from my course website?
Text Area

Like most online content, it is technically feasible to grab or download the video if a student deliberately wants to do so. But all RVC-Videos bear prominent copyright statement to restrict their viewing and distribution.

Can I video record my lecture without student so that I can present the content without interruption?
Text Area

Yes. This kind of recording can be made upon request in a RVC venue.

What can be done if there was interruption that affect the recording?
Text Area

MTPC can arrange re-capturing the lecture in a RVC venue without student to attend.

What if I am not satisfied with the recording?
Text Area

If necessary, MTPC can arrange re-capturing the lecture in a RVC venue without student to attend.

What if the RVC equipment is not working?
Text Area

No immediate action will be taken by MTPC if RVC equipment is not working. MTPC will arrange re-capturing the lecture later. Other technical problems of AV equipment in classroom should be reported to ITSC as usual practice.

To whom should I contact if my students report to me the problem of viewing the videos?
Text Area

Please re-direct student’s enquiry to our RVC Team for follow up.

Can I keep my RVC-Videos online after the semester?
Text Area

Yes, but faculty should indicate before the end of the semester. Since video files size are very large while server space is limited, all RVC-Videos created during a semester will be removed from the server when the semester is over.