Introduction

As you can see, I'm sitting right here in front of you, and beside me, you can see my iPad screen. This is exactly how I teach my students every day.

Today, I'll show you how I teach using an iPad. It's an incredibly simple method, probably one of the finest ways to teach online. In fact, I genuinely believe there's no better medium for teaching than this.

This is the layout of our new office. Whenever I need to explain something, I simply write on my iPad with natural handwriting and pressure sensitivity. Whether it's diagrams, notes, or concepts, I can explain everything smoothly. You can do the same with your own notes.

In this guide, I'll explain every small detail, step by step, so that you can achieve the same professional setup. Once you implement this method, you'll be able to create high-quality educational videos without spending a fortune.

 

 

Step 1: Get an iPad

The very first thing you'll need is an iPad.

You don't have to buy the latest or most expensive model from the Apple Store. A basic iPad available today is more than enough.

It will cost approximately ₹30,000 to ₹40,000.

If you're following my "Best Ways to Teach in 2026" series, this is my number one recommendation.

The next thing you'll need is a matte-finish tempered glass screen protector.

I've installed one on my iPad.

Listen to the writing sound—it feels very similar to writing on paper.

A matte screen protector dramatically improves the writing experience because it creates friction between the stylus and the screen.

You can easily find one on Amazon for around ₹2,000.

I highly recommend buying it.

Step 3: Buy a Stylus

Next comes the Apple Pencil.

If your budget allows, the Apple Pencil costs around ₹15,000 to ₹17,000.

However, if you're on a budget, there are many universal styluses available for ₹2,000 to ₹3,000 that work quite well.

Step 4: Choose a Camera

Now let's talk about the only major hardware investment—the camera.

Right now, I'm recording using an AIWaft 4K PTZ Camera.

The AIWaft 4K PTZ Pro Lens Camera costs approximately ₹85,000 to ₹90,000.

The standard AIWaft AI PTZ Camera costs around ₹70,000 to ₹75,000.

These are the two cameras I personally recommend.

However, if your budget is limited, you can simply use your smartphone.

Apart from the camera, everything else in this setup is quite affordable.

Step 5: Don't Ignore Lighting

Lighting plays a huge role in video quality.

As you can see, I'm sitting directly in front of the camera, and my face is well lit.

Good lighting makes your videos look far more professional.

I'll explain my lighting setup shortly, but before that, let me show you how to record your iPad screen.

 

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How to Record Your iPad Screen

Take your iPad.

An 11-inch model is perfect.

Now swipe down to open the Control Center.

You'll see the Screen Recording button.

Press and hold it.

You'll notice the option to turn the microphone on or off.

Always turn the microphone ON.

If you leave it off, your screen recording won't capture any audio.

Now start the screen recording.

You'll see a small red indicator at the top of the screen.

This means your recording has successfully started.

Which Apps Should You Use?

There are many note-taking applications available.

My first recommendation is GoodNotes.

The best thing about GoodNotes is its pressure-sensitive writing.

When I press harder, the writing becomes darker and thicker.

It feels exactly like writing on paper.

It's one of my favorites for preparing lecture notes.

However, its pressure sensitivity isn't as refined as GoodNotes.

So if pressure-sensitive writing matters to you, I recommend GoodNotes.

It also lets you add new pages, organize notebooks, and navigate between pages effortlessly.

Many well-known educators teach using an iPad.

For example, Dr. Gaurav Garg, the founder of StudyIQ, also teaches using an iPad.

Audio Quality

One great advantage of the iPad is its surprisingly good built-in microphones.

In many situations, you don't even need an external microphone.

That said, I still recommend using one.

Because if your external microphone accidentally stops recording, your iPad's internal microphone can still save your lecture.

Having a backup audio source is always a smart idea.

My Lighting Setup

Let's return to the lighting setup.

In front of me, I've placed a Ring Light, which illuminates both my face and my iPad.

On the other side, I've placed a Godox LED Light.

The ring light costs approximately ₹3,000.

The Godox light also costs around ₹3,000.

Even if you simply place two good-quality 18-inch ring lights on both sides, you'll get excellent lighting.

Background Setup

A professional background makes a huge difference.

In my studio, I've added:

• Artificial greenery
• Decorative lamps
• RGB lights
• A clean, minimal aesthetic

These items are inexpensive but make your studio look premium.

 

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Understanding Different Camera Frames

Simply recording yourself isn't enough.

Professional educational videos use different framing styles.

Frame 1

Your full body or upper body is visible.

This is ideal while introducing a topic.

Frame 2

The screen is split.

Half of the screen shows you.

The other half shows your iPad.

This is probably the most useful frame while teaching.

Frame 3

Your face becomes much smaller, while the iPad occupies most of the screen.

This is useful whenever you're writing formulas, diagrams, or detailed explanations.

Frame 4

Sometimes you don't need your face on the screen.

In that case, simply display the iPad in full screen.

Since the iPad doesn't use the standard 1920×1080 aspect ratio, you'll notice space on the sides.

You can use that space for:

• Topic titles
• Course branding
• Marketing messages
• Social media handles

Or your editor can slightly stretch the screen to fit.

How I Edit These Videos

My editing process is very simple.

I record two videos simultaneously.

The first recording comes from my camera.

The second recording comes from the iPad's screen recorder.

Before starting the lecture, I clap once.

This creates a visible spike in both audio waveforms.

During editing, I simply align those spikes.

Once synchronized, I switch between different camera frames depending on what I'm explaining.

That's how professional educational videos are edited.

 

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Why I Prefer an iPad Instead of a Digital Board

Many people believe they need an expensive digital board to teach professionally.

I disagree.

A good digital board costs around ₹1.5 lakh.

For nearly the same budget, you can purchase:

• An iPad
• Apple Pencil
• Professional camera
• Professional lighting
• Studio background

In my opinion, this setup offers much more flexibility than a digital board.

It's portable, convenient, and perfect for modern online teaching.

Conclusion

Teaching with an iPad is incredibly simple and convenient.

If you face any difficulty while setting up your teaching workflow, feel free to leave a comment.

I'll always be here to help teachers and content creators through the EduSquadz YouTube channel, where I regularly share practical solutions, studio setup ideas, and teaching tips.

I hope you found this guide helpful.

Thank you so much for watching!