The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a rapid shift from traditional face-to-face teaching to emergency remote teaching (ERT) in higher education. This transition involved adapting to online instruction through teleconferencing platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams.

As universities transitioned to online learning in March 2020, the synchronous approach presented challenges due to varying internet connectivity among students. Asynchronous learning, where lecturers record and share their lectures on platforms like YouTube, emerged as a popular solution, offering students flexibility and control over their learning pace.

Recognizing the importance of high-quality lecture videos, PSM established the Mini Studio PSM facility to provide lecturers with the necessary equipment and resources for effective video production.