Lecture Capture Software
From small departmental deployments to campus-wide installations, Panopto is the easiest, most flexible lecture capture software and recording platform.
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Lecture capture software should be invisible technology that just works. Panopto’s lecture recorder makes capturing lectures as simple as opening a laptop and clicking record. The software automatically recognizes connected cameras and microphones, remembering professors’ recording settings for hassle-free setup. Administrators can automate lecture capture by scheduling recordings ahead of time and controlling the entire recording infrastructure from any web browser.
“We’ve seen amazing value in offering lecture capture as a resource for students. And we’ve seen that value equally across all our learning environments – in large institutions and smaller ones, in face-to-face classrooms and online ones, even in facilitating newer teaching techniques like student recordings and flipped classrooms – we’ve seen lecture capture technology put to great use just about everywhere.”
Mark Carbon, Operations Manager,
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Integrate lecture capture into your LMS and existing tech stack
Panopto connects seamlessly with Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, and more
Panopto’s lecture capture system integrates seamlessly with leading LMS platforms including Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, Sakai, and D2L. Students access lecture recordings directly within their LMS without switching platforms. The platform also integrates with video conferencing software, in-room control systems, and includes extensive APIs for custom integrations with your existing IT infrastructure.
Showcase every teaching moment with versatile capture tools
Every classroom has unique recording needs. Panopto is the only lecture recording system flexible enough to capture any combination of video sources in any configuration. Record audio and PowerPoint slides in one classroom, add document cameras in another, or capture multiple IP cameras, wireless mics, laptops, and specialized equipment like polarizing microscopes in advanced labs. Panopto scales from small departmental deployments to campus-wide installations.
Check out our eBook: How to Set Up Any Room for Lecture Capture
“I’ve noticed a real difference in the classroom presence of my students after including the lecture capture option. They’re asking more sophisticated, in-depth questions during discussions.”
Frank J. Fedel, Assistant Professor, Eastern Michigan University
Record lectures and training videos anytime, anywhere
Capture in-person, remote, and hybrid classes across any device
Don’t limit faculty to classroom-only recording. Panopto’s lecture capture software lets teachers record course content from any PC, Mac, or mobile device. Install Panopto on unlimited machines so faculty can record from home and office laptops. Faculty and students can also use Panopto Express, the free web-based recorder with virtual background blur and Smart Camera technology, or record on location with the native mobile app.
Pre-record lectures that grab and retain student attention
Use Panopto for both asynchronous and live-streamed content
Create engaging pre-recorded lectures that improve comprehension and knowledge retention. Panopto’s Smart Chapters feature uses AI to automatically generate tables of contents for any video, including screen captures and Zoom or Webex recordings. After recording, use Panopto’s online video editor to add automatically generated captions, embed interactive quizzes, include YouTube content, or trim unwanted sections.
Deliver live-streamed classes with one click
HLS streaming ensures smooth playback for remote learners
Expand course access regardless of classroom capacity. Live stream lectures with one-click webcasting to support distance learning, accommodate students who can’t attend every class, and make in-demand courses available to more students. Panopto supports live captioning on RTMP webcasts with CEA-608 or CEA-708 captioning for accessibility. When webcasts end, Panopto automatically saves recordings with captions to your video library.
Customer service you can count on.
Training, onboarding, and 24/7 support included for all educators
Panopto’s customer service team has earned a 99% satisfaction rating for three years running. Support engineers are included standard in every Panopto implementation, providing training, onboarding, and 24/7 assistance to ensure your lecture capture program succeeds.
Frequently asked questions
What is lecture capture software?
Lecture capture software records classroom presentations, video feeds, and audio to create searchable video content for students. Modern lecture capture systems like Panopto automatically recognize cameras and microphones, schedule recordings, and integrate directly with learning management systems so students can access content without leaving their LMS.
Can students access lecture recordings on mobile devices?
Yes. Students can watch lecture recordings on any device through their LMS or Panopto’s mobile app. Panopto’s video player adapts to different screen sizes and connection speeds, and students can download recordings for offline viewing when needed.
What’s the difference between lecture capture and screen recording?
Lecture capture software is designed for educational institutions with features like LMS integration, automated scheduling, multi-camera support, and campus-wide deployment. Screen recording tools focus on capturing computer screens. Panopto includes both lecture capture capabilities for classrooms and screen recording tools for individual faculty use.
How much does lecture capture software cost?
Lecture capture software pricing varies by institution size and deployment model. Panopto offers flexible pricing for small departmental deployments through campus-wide installations, with all plans including 24/7 support, training, and onboarding. Contact our team for pricing tailored to your institution’s specific needs.
Does lecture capture software work with Zoom and Teams recordings?
Panopto integrates with video conferencing platforms to automatically capture, organize, and make Zoom and Microsoft Teams recordings searchable. The platform’s AI-powered search indexes spoken words and on-screen text from any video source, including imported conferencing recordings.
