Audio recorder

What is H5P Audio Recorder?

H5P Audio Recorder is an interactive activity that lets learners record and submit their own voice directly in a browser. Use it for speaking practice, oral responses, pronunciation exercises and reflective activities. It provides a simple way to add audio recording to online learning without requiring learners to use separate recording software.

How to create an Audio Recorder

1. Sign in to H5P.com and open your content library.

2. Select Add content and choose Audio Recorder.

3. Enter a title for the activity.

4. Add instructions explaining what learners should record.

5. Configure the available recording settings for the activity.

6. Preview the activity and test the recording controls using a device with a microphone.

7. Select Save when the activity is ready to share.

Ways to use Audio Recorder

Practise pronunciation
Ask language learners to record words, phrases or short passages so they can practise speaking.

Submit an oral response
Give learners an alternative to written work by asking them to respond to a question using their voice.

Reflect on learning
Invite learners to record a short reflection about what they have learned or what they still need to practise.

Complete speaking activities
Use audio recordings for presentations, role-play exercises, interviews or workplace communication practice.

Frequently asked questions

What is H5P Audio Recorder used for?
It is used to create activities where learners record and submit their own audio responses directly in the browser.

Do learners need recording software?
No. Learners can use the recording controls within the H5P Audio Recorder activity, provided their device and browser have access to a microphone.

Can Audio Recorder be used for language learning?
Yes. It can support pronunciation practice, speaking exercises, oral comprehension activities and short language assignments.

Can learners listen to their recording before submitting it?
Yes. Learners can use the audio controls to review their recording before completing the activity.

Does H5P Audio Recorder automatically score recordings?
No. Audio Recorder is designed to collect audio responses and does not automatically assess the quality or accuracy of a recording.

Can I add Audio Recorder to an LMS?
Yes. H5P.com can be integrated with supported learning platforms through LTI, allowing Audio Recorder activities to be added to online courses. How recordings are reviewed depends on the LMS setup and the activity workflow.