Screencasting
Screencasting
Embedded Files
Screencasting is the process of recording your computer screen, often with voice narration, to demonstrate a process, explain a concept, or provide instructions. Educators can use screencasts to create engaging tutorials, provide feedback, model digital skills, and give students resources they can revisit at their own pace.
Updated 09/22/26 - PA
Why screencast?
Why screencast?
Flipped classroom potential
Flipped classroom potential
Teachers can reverse the traditional learning environment by recording information normally taught in the classroom and assigning it to the students. By watching the videos beforehand, students can come to class prepared to gain a deeper understanding of the content.
Tutorials
Tutorials
Teachers can save valuable teaching time by recording how-to videos using this extension. These videos can then be posted in Google Classroom or on a class web-site for easy access by students. This will allow students to review the tutorial anytime a reminder is needed.s
Feedback
Feedback
Teachers can use the video capturing extension to provide alternate methods of personalized feedback.
Student created media
Student created media
Students can use the extension for projects, homework, and a variety of additional activities.
Other
Other
Screencast videos can be helpful in differentiating/individualizing student assignments.
Teachers can provide tutorial videos, recorded lessons, and other materials that might be helpful for parents.
Screencast with Browser Extensions
Screencast with Browser Extensions
Install and a browser extension such as Screencastify or Loom.
Create an account with your CMCSS credentials via Google Sign-in
Click on the images below for support articles & tutorial videos
Click on the images below for support articles & tutorial videos
Screencast with Windows Snipping Tool
Screencast with Windows Snipping Tool
Open the "Snipping Tool" app on your Windows 11 laptop
Search for the app by name: Snipping Tool
Use the Windows keyboard shortcut - "windows key-Shift-R"
Select the camera icon to begin
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