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===How do you Set-up Screencast-O-Matic?=== | ===How do you Set-up Screencast-O-Matic?=== | ||
| + | * You'll need to install the software on your computer. Otherwise, your computer must have Java installed and set-up, and many computers block Java. | ||
| + | * To install the software: | ||
| + | ** Go to the Screencast-O-Matic home page: [http://screencast-o-matic.com/home http://screencast-o-matic.com/home] | ||
| + | ** Click on the "Start Recording" button | ||
| + | ** It will try to Launch the Recorder. If you have Java installed correctly, you could give permission to it to run. Otherwise, you'll now see the link to "Download Launcher" | ||
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Screencast-O-Matic
Screencast-O-Matic is a free tool you can use to record your screen or record a short videos of your face (via a webcam). In addition, you can record the screen, and display a small picture of yourself (via a webcam). This is sometimes referred to as creating a "picture in a picture".
How do instructors use Screencasts?
- Instructors introduce themselves to their students
- Provide tours of the “online” parts of their class
- Explain concepts and demonstrate how to perform math, science or computer lab assignments
- Provide Grading/Feedback
What hardware do you need?
- Use a microphone, headset, or webcam for recording audio
- Use your computer speakers or headset to listen to audio
How do you Set-up Screencast-O-Matic?
- You'll need to install the software on your computer. Otherwise, your computer must have Java installed and set-up, and many computers block Java.
- To install the software:
- Go to the Screencast-O-Matic home page: http://screencast-o-matic.com/home
- Click on the "Start Recording" button
- It will try to Launch the Recorder. If you have Java installed correctly, you could give permission to it to run. Otherwise, you'll now see the link to "Download Launcher"
