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===What is myBrainshark?=== | ===What is myBrainshark?=== | ||
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* upload PowerPoint presentations to the web | * upload PowerPoint presentations to the web | ||
* add audio narrations to each slide (using a microphone or telephone) | * add audio narrations to each slide (using a microphone or telephone) | ||
| − | * insert questions along the way for students to answer | + | * insert poll questions along the way for students to answer |
* and much more! | * and much more! | ||
| − | + | With myBrainshark, it's easy to make changes later, if you need to add, delete or rearrange slides, or re-record audio for certain slides. | |
===How can I learn more and get started?=== | ===How can I learn more and get started?=== | ||
View the [https://www.brainshark.com/brainsharkinc/vu?pi=zCSzNLHyIz0z0 myBrainshark Quick Tour Demo] (4 min video) | View the [https://www.brainshark.com/brainsharkinc/vu?pi=zCSzNLHyIz0z0 myBrainshark Quick Tour Demo] (4 min video) | ||
| − | ===What do I need to use | + | ===What do I need to use myBrainshark?=== |
| − | + | To create a narrated presentation with myBrainshark, you'll need... | |
| − | * a PowerPoint presentation that you’ve created (ending in ppt, pptx, | + | * a PowerPoint presentation that you’ve created (ending in .ppt, .pptx, or .odp) |
* Adobe Flash player installed on your computer | * Adobe Flash player installed on your computer | ||
* a microphone OR telephone for recording audio | * a microphone OR telephone for recording audio | ||
* computer speakers or headset | * computer speakers or headset | ||
| + | ** Need suggestions? Check out [[Media:Video_Recording_Headset_and_Webcam_specs.pdf|How to Choose a Video Recording Headset]] | ||
| + | <!-- Run this [http://www.brainshark.com/systemcheck/SystemCheck.asp System Check] to make sure your computer is ready to use myBrainshark. --> | ||
| − | + | ===What will my students need to view my presentation?=== | |
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| − | ===What will my students need | ||
Your students will need... | Your students will need... | ||
* Adobe Flash player | * Adobe Flash player | ||
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===How do I upload a PowerPoint and add audio?=== | ===How do I upload a PowerPoint and add audio?=== | ||
| − | # Go to http://www.brainshark.com/mybrainshark. Click | + | |
| − | # Once logged in, click | + | Each of these resources provides step-by-step instructions: |
| − | # Choose a PowerPoint file from your computer to upload. Wait while it is uploaded and converted. | + | * [http://courses.durhamtech.edu/wiki/images/2/2e/MyBrainshark_how_to_narrate_ppt.pdf How to Narrate a PowerPoint with myBrainshark] (PDF) |
| − | # You can adjust the title or add a description, tags, etc if you want. Click Next when done. | + | * [http://www.webpages.uidaho.edu/bblearnhelp/instructor-help/lecture-&-presentations/presentations/brainshark.html Creating Presentations Using myBrainshark] (Univ. of Idaho) |
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| + | # Go to http://www.brainshark.com/mybrainshark. Click '''Sign Up for Free''' and create an account. | ||
| + | # Once logged in, click '''Upload Content'''. On the next screen, click '''Upload a PowerPoint'''. | ||
| + | # Choose a PowerPoint file from your computer to upload. Wait while it is uploaded and converted. | ||
| + | # You can adjust the title or add a description, tags, etc if you want. Click '''Next''' when done. | ||
# Follow the on-screen instructions to begin adding audio by microphone or by phone. | # Follow the on-screen instructions to begin adding audio by microphone or by phone. | ||
| − | #* If using a microphone, click on the microphone icon and move on to step | + | #* If using a microphone, click on the microphone icon and move on to step 6. |
| − | #* If using a phone, | + | #* If using a phone, see this video for detailed instructions: [https://app.brainshark.com/brainsharkinc/myBshk_Adding_Audio_Telephone?&&n=0&r3f1=9fa5db8884c0c4c3cbd9ba819e869b8282cfc6acdd97da99848193dea2dd889596c48ecfc5a1cbd39d948f89c480a5db9198c59f8ddb93fa9dcccdcd&r3f1=1a205e0d014541464e5c3f041b031e07074a432958125f1c0104165b27580d1013410b4a40244e5618110a0c4105205e141d401a085e167f18494848 Adding Audio with a Telephone] |
| − | # After choosing “by microphone,” you’ll see a message letting you know that | + | # After choosing “by microphone,” you’ll see a message letting you know that you will need to allow Adobe Flash to use your microphone. Click '''Continue'''. |
| − | # On the next screen, you’ll see your first PowerPoint slide on the left, a table of contents on the right, and below that, the Adobe Flash Player Settings box — in this box, click ALLOW. | + | # On the next screen, you’ll see your first PowerPoint slide on the left, a table of contents on the right, and below that, the Adobe Flash Player Settings box — in this box, click '''ALLOW'''. |
| − | # In the table of contents, the first slide is selected (has a black triangle beside it). To start recording audio for this slide, click the Record button. When finished, click STOP. Next you can… | + | # In the table of contents, the first slide is selected (has a black triangle beside it). To start recording audio for this slide, click the '''Record''' button, and begin speaking. If your slide has animations (such as bullets that appear when you click), you can click your mouse as you talk and they will appear. When finished, click '''STOP'''. Next you can… |
| − | #* click Preview to hear your recording before saving it | + | #* click '''Preview''' to hear your recording before saving it |
| − | #* click Retry to record it again | + | #* click '''Retry''' to record it again |
| − | #* click Discard to delete it | + | #* click '''Discard''' to delete it |
| − | #* click Save to save it and move on! | + | #* click '''Save''' to save it and move on! |
# Repeat step 8 for each slide in your presentation. You can jump around by clicking a slide in the table of contents. | # Repeat step 8 for each slide in your presentation. You can jump around by clicking a slide in the table of contents. | ||
| − | # When you | + | # When you finish recording audio for your slides — or when you’re ready to stop for a while — click '''End Recording Session''' in the upper right. |
# You can now play your presentation, or choose an option on the right to edit it, add slides or questions, etc. | # You can now play your presentation, or choose an option on the right to edit it, add slides or questions, etc. | ||
| − | # When you are ready to share your | + | # When you are ready to share your presentation with students, you must choose the option to '''make it active'''. ---> |
| − | ===How do I make my | + | ===How do I make my presentation active?=== |
In order for others to see your presentation, you must make it active. To do this: | In order for others to see your presentation, you must make it active. To do this: | ||
| − | * Log in to myBrainshark. | + | * Log in to [http://www.brainshark.com/mybrainshark myBrainshark]. In the My Content area, click on one of your presentations. |
| + | * On the next screen, to the right of the presentation is box labeled “What Can I Do Now?” At the bottom of this box you’ll find a link to '''make your presentation active''' (or inactive). | ||
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| + | ===How do I put my Brainshark presentation in Sakai?=== | ||
| + | In Sakai, you can make a link to your Brainshark presentation or embed the presentation on a Lessons page. | ||
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| + | ====OPTION 1: Make a link in Sakai to your myBrainshark presentation==== | ||
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| + | '''First, get the web address for the presentation''' | ||
| + | * Log in to [http://www.brainshark.com/mybrainshark myBrainshark]. | ||
* In the My Content area, click on one of your presentations. | * In the My Content area, click on one of your presentations. | ||
| − | * | + | * Below the presentation, click the option that says Embed/Link. |
| − | * | + | * The web address of your presentation is displayed. Highlight the full address and copy it. |
| − | + | '''Next, you can put a link to your presentation in Resources, in Lessons, or almost anywhere else.''' | |
| − | + | * '''In Resources''' | |
| + | ** In the Resources area of your course site, click '''Add''' to the right of any folder and choose '''Add Web Link'''. | ||
| + | ** In the Web Address box, paste the web address you copied from Brainshark. | ||
| + | ** In the Website Name box, type a name for the presentation that will appear to students. | ||
| − | + | * '''In Lessons''' | |
| − | + | ** On a Lessons page in Sakai, click '''Add Text'''. | |
| − | + | ** In the text editor box, type some text that you want students to click on to access the presentation, then use your mouse to highlight the specific text that you want to make into a link. | |
| − | + | ** In the text editor toolbar, click the Link icon (small globe with a link under it). In the URL box, paste the web address you copied from Brainshark. Click OK, then click Save. | |
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| − | ==== | + | ====OPTION 2: Embed your presentation in the Lessons==== |
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| + | See these instructions: [[Media:Embed mybrainshark in sakai.pdf|How to embed a myBrainshark presentation on a Lessons page]] | ||
| − | === | + | ===Where can I find more info on how to use myBrainshark?=== |
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| − | + | * Visit myBrainshark's [http://www.brainshark.com/help-and-training/portal?myBrainshark Help & Training] page | |
| + | * Browse the list of [http://www.brainshark.com/help-and-training/support/faq.aspx Frequently Asked Questions] | ||
| + | * Search the [http://www.brainshark.com/help-and-training/support/search-knowledgebase.aspx myBrainshark Knowledgebase] | ||
Latest revision as of 12:20, 10 March 2015
Contents
- 1 What is myBrainshark?
- 2 How can I learn more and get started?
- 3 What do I need to use myBrainshark?
- 4 What will my students need to view my presentation?
- 5 How do I upload a PowerPoint and add audio?
- 6 How do I make my presentation active?
- 7 How do I put my Brainshark presentation in Sakai?
- 8 Where can I find more info on how to use myBrainshark?
What is myBrainshark?
myBrainshark is a free online tool that lets you…
- upload PowerPoint presentations to the web
- add audio narrations to each slide (using a microphone or telephone)
- insert poll questions along the way for students to answer
- and much more!
With myBrainshark, it's easy to make changes later, if you need to add, delete or rearrange slides, or re-record audio for certain slides.
How can I learn more and get started?
View the myBrainshark Quick Tour Demo (4 min video)
What do I need to use myBrainshark?
To create a narrated presentation with myBrainshark, you'll need...
- a PowerPoint presentation that you’ve created (ending in .ppt, .pptx, or .odp)
- Adobe Flash player installed on your computer
- a microphone OR telephone for recording audio
- computer speakers or headset
- Need suggestions? Check out How to Choose a Video Recording Headset
What will my students need to view my presentation?
Your students will need...
- Adobe Flash player
- computer speakers or headset
How do I upload a PowerPoint and add audio?
Each of these resources provides step-by-step instructions:
- How to Narrate a PowerPoint with myBrainshark (PDF)
- Creating Presentations Using myBrainshark (Univ. of Idaho)
How do I make my presentation active?
In order for others to see your presentation, you must make it active. To do this:
- Log in to myBrainshark. In the My Content area, click on one of your presentations.
- On the next screen, to the right of the presentation is box labeled “What Can I Do Now?” At the bottom of this box you’ll find a link to make your presentation active (or inactive).
How do I put my Brainshark presentation in Sakai?
In Sakai, you can make a link to your Brainshark presentation or embed the presentation on a Lessons page.
OPTION 1: Make a link in Sakai to your myBrainshark presentation
First, get the web address for the presentation
- Log in to myBrainshark.
- In the My Content area, click on one of your presentations.
- Below the presentation, click the option that says Embed/Link.
- The web address of your presentation is displayed. Highlight the full address and copy it.
Next, you can put a link to your presentation in Resources, in Lessons, or almost anywhere else.
- In Resources
- In the Resources area of your course site, click Add to the right of any folder and choose Add Web Link.
- In the Web Address box, paste the web address you copied from Brainshark.
- In the Website Name box, type a name for the presentation that will appear to students.
- In Lessons
- On a Lessons page in Sakai, click Add Text.
- In the text editor box, type some text that you want students to click on to access the presentation, then use your mouse to highlight the specific text that you want to make into a link.
- In the text editor toolbar, click the Link icon (small globe with a link under it). In the URL box, paste the web address you copied from Brainshark. Click OK, then click Save.
OPTION 2: Embed your presentation in the Lessons
See these instructions: How to embed a myBrainshark presentation on a Lessons page
Where can I find more info on how to use myBrainshark?
- Visit myBrainshark's Help & Training page
- Browse the list of Frequently Asked Questions
- Search the myBrainshark Knowledgebase
