A list of useful sources for instructors

[MassimilianoAlf]

Hi guys, I thought it could be interesting to have one post with a list of all the usefull sources for instructors, like music, graphics and software.... I started with what I usually use and with what is free. I hope you can add some more sources to the list so it can become very usefull for everyone in the comunity. If you want me to add something write it in an answer to this post and I'll gladly add it to the list.

THE LIST:

Free Pictures and Videos:
- PIXABAY: https://pixabay.com
- PEXELS: https://pexels.com

- FREEPIk: https://www.freepik.com

- FLATICON: https://www.flaticon.com

- UNSPLASH: https://unsplash.com

- NEWOLDSTOCK: https://nos.twnsnd.co

- VIDEEZY: https://www.videezy.com/

- VECTEEZY: https://www.vecteezy.com/ (Vectors)

- THENOUNPROJECT: https://thenounproject.com/ (Icons)

Free Music and Audio Fx:
- INCOMPETECH: https://incompetech.com
- YOUTUBE AUDIOLIBRARY: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music
- FREESOUND: https://freesound.org/

Free Video Capture and Video Editor Softwares:
- IMOVIE (Mac only): https://www.apple.com/imovie/
- QUICKTIME (Mac only): https://support.apple.com/it_IT/downloads/quicktime
- OBS STUDIO: https://obsproject.com/
- LIGHTWORKS: https://www.lwks.com/
- OPENSHOT: https://www.openshot.org/
- SHOTCUT: https://shotcut.org/
- HITFILM EXPRESS: https://fxhome.com/hitfilm-express
- VSDC (Windows only): http://www.videosoftdev.com/
- DAVINCI RESOLVE: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/

- SCREENCASTOMATIC: https://screencast-o-matic.com/

Free Photo Manipulation / Editing Softwares:

- GIMP: https://www.gimp.org/

- CANVA: https://www.canva.com/

- INKSCAPE: https://inkscape.org/

Free Power Point Templates:

-SLIDESCARNIVAL: https://www.slidescarnival.com

Udemy Specific Resources:

- Official Udemy courses on how to create Udemy courses: https://www.udemy.com/user/udemymanager

- Instructor revenue share: https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229605008-Instructor-Revenue-Share

- Verification process: https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229234067-Instructor-Identity-Verification-Process

- Educational Announcements guidelines_ https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229605828-Educational-Announcements-Rules-and-Guidelines

- Promotional Emails guidelines: https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229605908-Promotional-Emails-Rules-and-Guidelines

- Bonus Lecture guidelines: https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229232847-Bonus-Lecture-Rules-and-Guidelines

[Mike_Hern]

Thank you for sharing this.

Some I already have experience with but will be looking to find what works best

[Michael Mickey]

Thank you for this it helped me a lot as a new instructor

[VittorioLiu92]

Thank you Massimo !  

[MdBaseer7]

audacity: very handy to use for audio cuts and voice over common activities, like audio correction, normalisation, noise reduction

[LynnTagu]

Awesome, thanks

[SueBuist]

I found this great article on the 30% copyright myth.   

https://www.gerbenlaw.com/blog/the-30-percent-rule-in-copyright-law/

I use Autodesk Sketchbook on my tablet for sketching and graphic design work.  Very similar to Adobe Photoshop but it is free. 

[Francisoji048]

Thanks for this list of resources.It is really an    awesome list.

[Anonymous]

Thanks for sharing!

[SaraDavies]

thank you very good list

[EmmanuelSimond]

WOW! That's a generous list you put here!

Generous Thanks and all the best! 

[Omar_Aljandali]

Very useful, thank you for making such effort!

[valentinoAv271]

level 2

[OxfordCoach742]

cngratulations!

[BenterAdede]

I'm so glad I passed by here. I've learned a lot. Getting ready to publish my first course!!!

Thank you for the tips and links! 

[ovick_art]

How can I create courses on Udemy 

[ElianaC]

Hi @ovick_art  Since we function primarily as an on-demand, video-based platform, you’ll need to upload your video files directly to Udemy. In other words, students must be able to view your course lectures on the Udemy platform. You can start creating your course via this link.This section includes extensive resources on how you can create a Udemy course and get started.

Eliana Cerna

Udemy Community Moderator 

[ovick_art]

Thanks you so much ✅

[OxfordCoach742]

@ElianaCCongratulations!

[Tedley Meralus]

This is a great idea. Thank you for sharing. These are all valuable tools and resources.

[Sensei Lopez]

Thank you so much for sharing, I can use it myself! I'm new to the Udemy both as an instructor and student.

[MohamedAISSA1985]

Hi guys, 

I recommend you https://storyset.com/ for awesome dynamic illustrations. You can make awesome gif from the free illustrations and online tool. I use it on my powerpoint videos.

Best success to you,

Mohamed

[Benoit_K]

Hi everyone,

Is it really safe to use images/pictures of sites such as Pixabay, Pexel ? I used them for my courses and now I see that you can get sued even though those sites claim to have a CC0 license.

Am I being paranoid ? Anyone has a bad experience from using material from these sites ?
I plan on subscribing to a paying site and replace some of the pictures to be sure everything's legal from now on.

[JulianJenki396]

I love Canva and Screenflow x

[ovick_art]

I’m late 

but I enjoyed everything I have seen here 🥰

[Bella]

That's great @ovick_art, we appreciate your feedback! We're excited to get to know you better. 🙂

[ovick_art]

Is there a way I can talk to you privately ?

[Meta]

Hi, certainly. What is it regarding of specifically. You may email me direct. 

[Dr. Troy Walls]

Yes , text me at 828-371-5586 and leave a number and I'll call you back.  Or we can text, however you wish to do it.  Thanks

Dr. Troy Walls

[GladysMezrahi]

thank you so much this is a great start. 

[MelanieStevens183]

This is amazing, thank you! I’m using a handful of these but it’s great to have some more!

I have one to add - I’ve found a free app that can be used as a autocue for the iPhone. There are loads, but many are paid. This is called ‘Video Teleprompter 3’. The app is red and black and is in the App Store for iPhone. You can pay to upgrade if you want more features, and it’s reasonably priced compared to a few others I found, but you don’t have to. 

[Mobile_Faculty]

Thank you for this - I will definitely look into Video Teleprompter because I don’t always have multiple screens to work from when I travel and record!

[MelanieStevens183]

You’re welcome! I’ve tested it out recently both with my phone in landscape and portrait mode and it works well with both. You can adjust the text to get it just right so it doesn’t look like you’re reading anything! 

[jvjarvinen]

Awesome, thank you very much!

[Ahmed_Jendoubi]

Thanks @MassimilianoAlf for a job well done, your list will help many of us Udemy instructors.
Best Regards

[Aleksandar Maric]

Thanks for sharing!

And here is something from me - FREE App to take VIDEOS of your screen - BANDICAM.

[KhuramShahz275]

Sources for Udemy Instructors

I can provide some general sources that might be helpful:

Udemy's Instructor Help Center: This is a valuable resource for Udemy instructors to get started, access FAQs, learn how to create courses, and optimize their courses for success.

Udemy Insights Blog: This is a blog by Udemy for Business that provides useful information for Udemy instructors. It includes tips on course creation, marketing, and best practices for engaging learners.

Udemy's YouTube Channel: This is an official YouTube channel that contains video tutorials, interviews with successful Udemy instructors, and other useful content to help instructors improve their courses.

Udemy's Teach Hub: This is a Facebook group for Udemy instructors to connect with one another, share tips, and ask questions.

Udemy Studio: This is a podcast that features interviews with successful Udemy instructors, as well as insights and tips for creating and marketing courses.

Udemy's Instructor Community: This is a community forum for Udemy instructors to connect with one another, share resources, and ask questions.

Teachable: This is a platform for creating and selling online courses. Although it's not affiliated with Udemy, Teachable provides useful information on course creation, marketing, and best practices.

Remember to check Udemy's policies and guidelines and make sure that any sources you use align with their rules and regulations.

[KarolyNyisztor]

@KhuramShahz275 How about sharing your own thoughts? We all know ChatGPT. 😎

[MelanieStevens183]

I didn’t know Udemy had a YouTube account, that’s really helpful thank you! 

[CeciliaOsya967]

Thanks, this is useful 

[MyNameIsPaweł]

I've just started my journey - thank you for sharing. It makes life easier 🙂

[MadhuNair]

Best post ever 🙂

[learnwithyan]

I have never used Bonus lectures.

Thank you for the list @MassimilianoAlf 

Best Yan

[ManthanPatel2024]

thanks

[mustafatekke@gmail.com]

So many tips, which ones easily functional?

[XiaoqiZhao]

Thanks greatly