Digital Maker Space
Reinventing your teaching and learning through digital media
The Digital Maker Space allows you to independently and easily create digital resources that helps enhance your teaching and learning. The flexibility provided through the space allows for the creation of a wide format of digital resources such as professional recordings of lecture materials, audio podcasts and other short audio visual pieces.
The Digital Maker Space is funded by DCU Futures through Human Capital Initiative 3.
The Digital Maker Space is located in room GAG05, ground floor of the Nano Research Facility (NRF) building, Glasnevin Campus.
To book the Digital Maker Space, please check the calendar for availability and then complete the webform below. We will be in touch to confirm the booking and then it will be added to the calendar.
- Pre-production meetings are highly recommended for every person who plans to create a digital resource.
- Prepare your presentation materials. Using the available teleprompter ensures you address all of the material you plan to cover in the session. In our experience, those who prepare a script ahead of time are more likely to get to all of their material in a shorter amount of takes than those who present “off the cuff.”
- Wearing dark, plain clothing helps you stand out against our green screen. Additionally, please avoid wearing green and white clothing.
Digital Maker Space User Guide »
Please contact DCU Studio for academic content development, microcredential approval process, and development for delivery. For all other queries, please contact dms@dcu.ie.
Who can use the Digital Maker Space?
All academic, technical, and professional services staff.
What should I do to prepare for my first studio recording?
Please reference this article about How to Make the Most of a Video Introduction for an Online Course.
When should I schedule my recording?
We recommend you schedule your recordings at least two weeks before it's needed.
How long does it take for my digital resource to be ready after recording in the Digital Maker Space?
After you’re recording, the post-production process commences. This is when your recording is edited, treated for effects, compressed and uploaded to a server. This process normally takes three to five business days.
Can I use copyrighted material in my course media?
DCU adheres to Irish copyright law that regulates the use of copyrighted materials in education courses. This means that you may be allowed to use copyrighted material in your courses for educational purposes.
Click on the image below and take a look inside the Digital Maker Space
Examples of digital resources created in the Digital Maker Space
