I used a combination of text/color panels, still pictures, and screen capture to create this how-to video. I'm using Roxio's Videowave to create the video, and I used Screen-o-matic.com (that Luke recommended) to do the screen capture. Screen-o-matic is super easy to use and is web-based, so I didn't have to download anything. Screen-o-matic also records narration... I was trying to get past the fear of hearing my voice.
The only complication I ran into is that the quality on youtube is not as high as what I saw on my screen. The screen capture video very clearly showed the tabs and everything was easy to read; however, when I exported the Videowave file, I couldn't get it to have the same quality. I'm not totally sure what is the best file type to save the video file as. Overall, I think the video is OK and would save me time in class when helping students learn how to set up their papers when they are typing essays.
Good job--useful too!
ReplyDeleteOK--so to elaborate--I think this kind of video is brilliant because it really exemplifies how you can use technology to save time and give the kids the help they need. You were very clear and your voice sounds fine (I have the same concern about hearing myself on video) and you now have something that can be used. I agree about the quality of the video. I am not really sure what to do about that but you made a clear and easy to follow video.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! I wish I had talked to Luke too- my way of doing a similar things was so much more cumbersome! I am definitely going to check out those two things. I too, have a fear of recording my own voice. I feel like I sound like a twelve year old.
ReplyDeleteOtherwise, I find your video itself very useful. I can see using it in the future with my students, or creating one just like it for them.
I wonder if there is a way to improve the screen quality. It was kind of hard to see. Did it give the option of choosing a file size when you save it? That might help, since a larger size file would be better resolution.
This was a fantastic idea - and will be super useful for your students! Your voice is fine! And your students are used to anyway, even if it weren't :) If I had a classroom of students, I would definitely copy your idea here - or just give them your video ;)
ReplyDeleteWhen recording with screen, the size of the screen being recorded can affect the clarity. I recorded this video with screen-o-matic but reduced the portion of the screen being recorded. Check for clarity. Perception of clarity can be a factor:
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screenr is also another tool similar to screenomatic
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