• Captures your screen as the content of your video

• Create personal narration as soundtrack

• Perfect for presenting information or how-to tech videos

• For more information about screencast videos, watch this video:

https://youtu.be/oaAuNr-Cbmk

You need 3 basic tools to create screencasts.

• Computer

• Microphone

• Internet Connection (for uploading/hosting)

• Most laptops will have a built-in microphone

• If you have a webcam, it should have a built-in microphone

• Most desktops DO NOT have a built-in microphone

• The most common mics educators use for screencast recording are USB "plug and play" microphones, gaming headsets, and USB wireless lavaliers.

• Stream

• Screencastify

• Screencast-o-matic

• Unless you are filming an entire class/lecture, chunk your videos into 5-10 minute segments where possible. Kids lose interest, and unfortunately, we aren't Spielberg.

• Have a script or outline ready. It will help you focus your content.

• Use your engaging voice - avoid being monotone. If you are bored when recording, your video will be boring. Let your audience hear your personality.

• Pause recording as you move between topics or even pages. This will help you stay focused and on task.

• You are going to mess up and need to start over. A LOT. This is OK. I have been doing this for years and have to start over ALL THE TIME.