Screencasting

Overview

Screencasting is a digital capture of the actions taking place on a computer (screen).

This is often accompanied by a narration that guides the viewer.

Screencastify logo

A Chrome Browser Extension. It is free and allows you to easily record your computer screen and narrations then upload the recording to Google Drive or YouTube.

Nimbus logo

A Chrome Browser Extension. It is free and allows you to easily take and annotate screenshot and record your computer screen and narrations then upload the recording to Google Drive.

Wevideo logo

An online video editor that has a built in screen recording tool. Special feature = ability to add photos, videos, text and more to your screencast.

Image of an Ipevo Document camera

Screencastify w/ non-ELMO Doc Camera

1. Plug in camera. Stage whatever to be under camera.

2. Open browser, then screencastify.

3. Select "webcam only." Then, toggle to correct camera. Select Internal Microphone.

4. Complete recording.

Making It Happen In The Classroom

Teacher Preparation

Tips!

Types of Screencasts

Content Delivery 

Teacher provides organized resources and recordings of class content to be viewed or listened to at home.

Academic Skill Development

Essential academic skills that students need to master. 

Technical Skill Development

When you are regularly using technology tools (web-based tools, computer applications, or device apps), some students may need extra AND repeatable guidance.

Demonstration of Learning

Example: Student reflecting on an Assignment

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