Submission Methods

How to Upload or Send a Video                            
I realize not everyone is tech savvy - so I will work with you, walk you through the process.   Here are some in-depth explanations.  If you still get frustrated, do not hesitate to contact me.  As always, I'm in favor of keeping things simple. 

First, let's talk about file types.  It depends on what device you are using.  If it's a PC, then your video will most likely be a .avi, .wmv, .mpg, etc.  If you're a Mac user, then it'll be a .mov file.  Cameras, generally:  .avi or .mpg (again, depending).  I don't want to go in depth - all you need to know  is that of all the file types, .avi files are the largest.  They are freaking huge and take forever to upload.  Most of my students have problems uploading this type of file.  As for the other types (.wmv, mpg, .mov, etc) - they are smaller, more compressed, and thus easier to upload.  So, if you don't want to end up pulling your hair out...

Delivery Methods
You can send it directly to me via YouSendIt, upload it to YouTube or to your own personal website.  Students generally go with the YouSendIt or YouTube, unless they are tech savvy - so I'll discuss those two. 

YouSendIt
Sending it via YouSendIt is fairly easy.  Go to the website:  www.yousendit.com
There are no fees involved, unless you want to subscribe to their services.  Instead – use their free trial offer.  Just fill in the required fields, upload file and send.

YouTube
First, if you haven't done so, you need to sign up:   http://www.youtube.com/signup?next=/index
If you're already registered, then skip down to the how to's.
Again, there are no fees involved.  Just fill in the required fields.
Note:
1)  YouTube is fussy about passwords.  Make sure you include letters and numbers in your password.
2)  If you flub up on the word verification, resubmit and try again.  It might take you a few times to fully register.
3)  Once you're done registered, YouTube will send you an email requesting confirmation.  So until you confirm, you're not registered.

How to Upload
To upload your videos you have two options:
a) You can record on video or digital camera and transfer to  a computer computer and then upload to YouTube by clicking on their Upload Video button.  or if you b)  If you have a webcam already installed on your laptop or computer, then you can use your webcam software to upload your video to YouTube - OR - you can go to http://upload.youtube.com/my_videos_upload and click Record from Webcam.
c) If you have a iPhone, save your video in the photo gallery.  Tap on the box with the arrow on the lower left corner.  Some options will pop.  Click Send to YouTube and fill in the required fields. 

Google it!
If you still run into problems, ask Google.  Seriously - do some research and most likely you'll find the answer.  Or ask me (who will end up asking Google...)

Privacy Settings
Check your account settings.  If you limit who can see your video, then that means "I" can't see your video.  Make sure it's set for public viewing.  How?  Click on your user name in the right hand corner of the YouTube website.  Click on Account, then click on Privacy.  Under contact restrictions, check the second box:  Let others find my channel on YouTube if they have my email address.

Send Me the Link
Once you’re done uploading your videos onto YouTube, email me me the link or the exact URL address of your video (www.youtube.com is not going to cut it).  Make sure you grab the whole address.  It's long, so if you drop even one letter from the address - I won't be able to view it.