The Audio Recording task allows users to record and submit their own audio responses or recordings directly within the activity.
This article outlines the following concepts:
Create a New Activity
Click New within Interactive Content (Content Creation) > Select Audio Recorder
Activity Settings
Give this content a Title and Task Description.
Button Settings
Click the Record tab to expand the dropdown. In this tab, customize the different button texts and messages.
Additional Settings
Configure additional settings such as Behavioral Settings to set how users can interact with this activity.
Click Save.
Use Cases
The following are possible general use cases for utilizing this feature:
Language learning and pronunciation practice
A language instructor uses the Audio Recording activity to have learners practice pronunciation, intonation, and conversational responses in a new language.
This feature is useful because:
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Learners can submit spoken responses to prompts like “Introduce yourself in Spanish” or “Describe your favorite food in French.”
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Instructors can review submissions for pronunciation accuracy and fluency.
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The activity supports speaking practice in a self-paced, asynchronous format.
Customer service or sales role-play
A corporate trainer creates mock call scenarios for customer service or sales teams, asking learners to respond as if speaking with a client.
This feature is useful because:
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Admins can evaluate tone, professionalism, and communication skills based on real-world simulations.
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Button labels and feedback messages can be customized to reflect the flow of a scripted scenario.
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Audio files provide a record of learner progress over time.
Public speaking or performance rehearsal
An instructor in a communications or performing arts course assigns learners to record a segment of a speech, monologue, or poem for feedback.
This feature is useful because:
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Learners can rehearse and refine their delivery in a low-pressure environment.
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The task description guides users on what to perform and what criteria will be evaluated.
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Behavioral settings control how many times learners can re-record, giving flexibility or enforcing spontaneity.