This explains the process of adding an audio recording question to any type of assessment. This question type presents users with a question that they must answer audibly. A recording utility opens and allows users to record the answer using a microphone.

Note - For best results, students should use the Firefox browser to record their answer to an Audio Recording question. Please remind your students that they will need a working microphone and speakers to answer this question. It is very helpful to offer an Audio Recording practice test first.

When it is time for you to play back and grade student responses to the Audio Recording question, it is also recommended that you use Firefox.

You can embed a video file in a text box using the Rich-Text Editor. Video and audio file types that can be embedded in the editor are .MP3, .FLV, .F4V, .MP4, .3GPP, .M4V or .MOV files.

For information on making video files accessible, see How can I make videos and audio files more accessible?

Tip: If you are adding content in the Lessons tool, you may also insert videos directly as individual items on the page, rather than within the Rich-Text Editor. See the articles on Lessons for more information on embedding and linking items on a lesson page.