Screencasting


 * Screencasting** is a digital recording of computer screen output, also known as a //video screen capture//, often containing audio narration.

__Why Screencast?__ A screencast allows the user to learn by example, seeing every step in great detail. It also gives the view the opportunity to move at their own pace, something a classroom cannot always offer. With the combination of video and audio, the creator can mimic the one on one experience of the classroom and deliver clear, complete instruction.

__Screencasting Tools__ [|5 Free Screencasting Tools] [|Jing] Free screencasting tool. Very easy to use. [|Screencast] upload directly from Jing. Free account provides 2Gb of Storage 2 Gb of monthly bandwidth.

[|Screencast Example: How to create "dummy" email accounts for your students from one gmail account]

__6 Steps to Screencasting:__ 1. Content is King (isn't it always?) 2. Plan/Storyboard 3. When recording, move at a pace that is going to be easy for the learner to follow 4. Review/Edit 5. Export your video to a suitable format 6. Distribute your video ([|youtube], [|teachertube], [|schooltube], [|screencast.com])

Remember: Your equipment doesn't have to be expensive - it's better to have a well planned, content rich story that is easy to follow than big, fancy productions! Most of the time a microphone and your computer will suffice.