Linking existing tutorial videos offers several advantages for a platform. It reuses content that has already been produced, making better use of available resources. Because the videos were made professionally, they present well on the site. And since each video is broken down by topic, learners can watch only the segments relevant to their current needs.

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Google

When designing the integration of video tutorials into a platform, several design considerations arise. These include whether to link directly to external video sources (e.g., YouTube), whether to display all video thumbnails simultaneously, how to ensure sequential playback of tutorials, and whether users should be allowed to navigate freely to specific lessons as needed.

Design Considerations for Linking Video Tutorials

Linking external video tutorials presents several drawbacks. Any changes to the platform require creating completely new tutorials to reflect those updates. It also creates a dependency on external platforms, such as YouTube, remaining accessible and maintaining ethical standards. Furthermore, video content is generally less accessible than written text when a user needs to quickly locate a specific piece of information.

Learn Before

Related