Screencasting

=Screencasting=

a digital recording of a computer screen that contains audio narration.

 * useful for demonstrating and teaching software features
 * allows students to learn by example, seeing every step in great detail
 * perfect tool for modeling
 * ability to pause or rewind also gives the viewer the power to move at their own pace

For the creator, screencasting offers the capability to explain in detail what may be more confusing when delivered in audio or the written word.

With the combination of video and audio, the creator can mimic the one on one experience of the classroom and deliver clear, complete instruction

FREE ONLINE Screencasting Tools

 * Screenjelly
 * Screencastle
 * Screencast-o-matic
 * Jing

Some things to be aware of

 * Nice to have headset w/ microphone
 * May need to do some tech "diagnostics" to make sure everything is working right
 * Most have time limits
 * Do you need an account?
 * What about when you're done?
 * How can others access it?
 * Downloadable?

For Windows For Mac
 * BB FlashBack
 * Camtasia Studio
 * Camstudio
 * Captivate
 * Fraps
 * HyperCam
 * Microsoft Expression Encoder
 * Pixetell
 * ScreenCam
 * Snapz Pro X, screen recording software with audio capture of system sounds and microphone input
 * ScreenFlow, Video editing software for Mac
 * Camtasia for Mac, Mac OS X version of Camtasia Studio
 * QuickTime X which comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard also features screen recording.