Creating Screencasts

A screencast is a digital recording of a computer screen and is usually narrated. It is used to explain a process as it is being done on a computer. These can be used for a variety of uses, especially in education. As with podcast, these add a visual of the process or topic being taught. You can use them to explain a concept, a process, as a tutorial. Students can also create their own screencast as a form of assessment. Screencasting is simple and fun, they can last a few minutes or longer.

I made a quick screencast using Screencast-o-matic to explain how to make and use QR codes. This is a great and free resource that you can use to make your screencasts. It is easy to use. I did not have to download any additional programs, and it was 100% compatible with my computer. It allows you to publish your screencast using their website, youtube, or download directly to your computer. I enjoyed making my first screencast and will be looking for opportunities to make more in the future. Screencasting in the classroom can be an awesome learning experience.