Creating Quality Digital Content

Summary

This video guide helps Deakin students navigate the process of creating digital content, from planning to publishing. It emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation, such as drafting outlines, identifying resources, and selecting the right tools. The video also highlights ethical considerations like obtaining permissions and giving proper attribution for external content. As students learn to use digital tools, they gain valuable skills such as communication and time management. When publishing online, it’s crucial to consider privacy settings and the potential impact on your digital identity. Responsible content creation and sharing are key to professional success.

Takeaways

• 😀 Plan and design are key to creating quality digital content, so always start with a draft outline or plan (storyboard, script, mind map, or schedule).
• 🎥 Identify the resources you'll need, such as images, music, people, or equipment, before you start your digital project.
• 💻 Choose the appropriate software or online tool for your project—Deakin students have access to a range of platforms to assist with this.
• 🔑 Always seek permission before recording photos, audio, or videos of people, and check location-specific requirements before filming.
• 📚 When using content created by others, remember to properly reference and attribute your sources to avoid copyright issues.
• ⏳ Allow sufficient time for tasks like drafting, learning new software, editing, and collaborating with peers, as these can be time-consuming.
• 💡 The skills you develop in creating digital content—such as communication, time management, and digital tool proficiency—are valuable for both academic and professional growth.
• 🌐 When publishing content online, carefully choose the platform and decide whether the content should be public or private.
• 🔄 Consider the long-term impact of publicly available content. Will it become outdated? Will you respond to comments or questions?
• 👤 Be responsible and respectful when creating and sharing online content, as it contributes to your digital identity and can be seen by anyone.
• 📚 For additional help with planning, creating, and sharing content online, consult your liaison librarian or reach out to the library via chat.

Q & A

What is the secret to creating quality digital content?

The secret to creating quality digital content is mostly in the planning and design. Proper planning and understanding of the resources, tools, and software you will need are crucial to success.

What should you do before starting to create digital content?

Before starting to create digital content, you should create a draft outline or plan. This could be a storyboard, script, mind map, or schedule to organize your ideas and approach.

Why is identifying resources important when creating digital content?

Identifying resources such as images, music, people, or equipment is essential to ensure you have everything you need to create the content and that you can plan accordingly.

How do Deakin students benefit in creating digital content?

Deakin students have access to a range of platforms and tools that can assist them in creating digital content, making the process more efficient and providing valuable resources.

What should you do before taking photos, audio, or video recordings of people?

Before taking photos, audio, or video recordings of people, it is important to seek their permission to ensure ethical use of their likeness and avoid any potential issues.

What should you do if you're using content created by someone else?

If you're using content created by someone else, always reference and attribute your sources to respect copyright and intellectual property rights.

Why is it important to allow plenty of time when creating digital content?

Allowing plenty of time is essential because tasks like drafting, learning new software, editing, and collaborating with peers can be time-consuming.

What valuable skills can you gain by creating digital content?

Creating digital content helps you gain valuable skills such as communication, time management, and proficiency in digital tools, all of which are beneficial for your studies and professional roles.

What should you consider when deciding where to publish your digital content?

When deciding where to publish your digital content, you should consider the platform, whether to make it private or public, and the potential audience that will view it.

What is important to remember when publishing content online?

When publishing content online, it's important to remember that it becomes part of your digital identity, and you should be responsible and respectful in creating and sharing content. Additionally, consider how you will manage comments or questions from the audience.