Activity+3-1+Screencasting+for+the+Classroom

=Activity #3-1: Screen-casting for the Classroom= //*This project will be started and should be finished in class on Tuesday 11/8// <<--Back to Week 3


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Screen-casting is a great way to be able to instruct students on how to use a certain software without being present. These screen-casts can be delivered to a whole class, small group, or one-on-one on iPods or laptops.

//__Assignment Description:__// Create a 1 minute screen-cast to show a student or students how to use a certain software or website. For an idea, you could instruct students on how to create an iReport, but I would much rather you do something that would be valuable to your own students.

//__Outline of Assignment: __//
 * 1) Choose a program that you want students to learn.
 * 2) Choose a resource to help you make your screen-cast. Here are some options:
 * Screencast (free)
 * Screencast-o-matic (free)
 * Screenr (free)
 * BB FlashBack Express (free)
 * Quick Screen Share (free)
 * Camstudio (free)
 * Wink (free)
 * Jing (pay)
 * Camtasia (pay)
 * Snag-it (pay)
 * 1) Add narration to explain the steps of the screen-cast.
 * 2) Add visuals such as arrows or circles to help show the user where they need to take action.
 * 3) Publish your screen-cast and post to our class wiki.

Let me know if you have any additional questions on the assignment.

__Assignment Rubric:__
 * **Criteria** ||= **Points Possible** ||
 * 1 minute video with steps in a logical order ||= 1 ||
 * Extra elements such as arrows or circles help identify where the user needs to take action ||= 1 ||
 * Narration follows the steps and helps add understanding through the tutorial ||= 1 ||
 * Voice is clear ||= 1 ||
 * **Total** || **4** ||