Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Thing 19: Screencasting

I found this a little intimidating at first but quickly learned how easy it really is. I am a Mac user, so I thought I'd try screenr. This tool is absolutely amazing. I picked the topic of how to add a hyperlink to a blog (or wiki) post, because this is something that I just learned how to do today (guess I'm a little behind the curve). Nevertheless, I was able to capture my screen and show my viewers exactly where to click and what to do.

In my classroom, this would be great for showing students how to access online tools. For example, our Pre-Algebra textbook has a lot of great self-check quizzes, a page navigator and sample tests, but students often have a hard time finding these tools. This would be a great way to show them exactly how to do it from their home PC. This was a great tool to learn - thanks! Anyway, Here's what I came up with...

2 comments:

  1. Nice job! I also use a mac and I have found screenr to be the most mac friendly. I think this tool has sooo much potential for the classroom teacher - you demonstrate a good example.

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  2. Love your tutorial - this is a great tool for directions - esp. for students who are absent from class - saves repeating those directions several times
    Joan

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