Recording Time Calculator

Estimate how much studio time an instructor will need, based on the number of segments they teach and how they'll deliver them.

Number of segments

Delivery style

Teleprompter (scripted) Off-script (freestyle)

Instructor's familiarity with the material

Advanced: adjust average segment length

Average minutes per segment (ALA guidance: 6–9 min)

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A rough planning estimate based on ALA's Stage 2 guidance. Actual studio time varies by instructor and content; confirm final scheduling with your Instructional Design team.