Cheers,
Lesley
One of the coolest things I taught myself this year was how to use CamStudio. If you watched my videos about Moodle, you saw them. (However, since we’re getting the new Moodle, I suspended the project.) I wanted to make a video from my computer because I believe that is where most of us use Moodle, so I set out to find easy-to-use program that would record my computer screen while I narrated my actions. CamStudio turned out to be something that fit the bill. The video I used to guide myself through the process was very easy to follow and the narrator was very informational (see below). I only did one take, though (after all, you know we teachers always have plenty of work to do!), so I know I could have done better if I had practiced and perhaps spent more time. Nevertheless, I think making instructional videos like that could help our students. I know many of us are finding new CMSs (Course Management Systems) since Moodle isn't being updated, so creating videos like this could be a helpful guide for our learners as they transition to a new CMS. Since the learning is essentially self-paced, they can go back and review what they don’t understand. Screenshots are also helpful and I have used those in the past, but students seem to engage more with narrated videos. Therefore, I would encourage you to try out CamStudio if you ever find yourself in a situation where you would like to create a tutorial for a new educational tool or of a concept or something. I do know that iPads also this capability, but I haven’t tried any of those apps… yet. I hope to do so soon and I will let you know about my experience. Cheers, Lesley
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About the AuthorLesley is an English teacher who is passionate about using connectivism in the classroom and preparing students and teachers for using the tools that are available to them on a regular basis. This blog will focus on iPad apps and Web 2.0 tools that can enhance and diversify learning. Leave a comment and let me know what you think or what you'd like to learn about! Archives
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