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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 at home, or ask IT to install it at work.  
 
* You'll need to install the software at home, or ask IT to install it at work.  
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* To install the software (on Windows, I suggest you use Firefox or Chrome). Here's the instructions for installing the software on Windows 7 using the Firefox web browser:
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* To install the software (on Windows, I suggest you use Firefox or Chrome). Here's the instructions for installing the software on '''Windows 7 using the Firefox web browser''':
 
** Go to the Screencast-O-Matic home page: [http://screencast-o-matic.com/home http://screencast-o-matic.com/home]
 
** 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
 
** Click on the "Start Recording" button
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** It will try to Launch the Recorder. If you have Java installed correctly and it is up-to-date, you could give permission to Java to run-but often it is not update-to-date or set up correctly. Instead, you can Download the launcher or Download the full app.  
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** It will try to Launch the Recorder. If you have Java installed correctly and it is up-to-date, you could give permission to Java to run-but often it is not update-to-date or set up correctly.  
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** To download the launcher:
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** Instead, follow these [[Screencast-O-Matic Install Instructions]] to either Download the launcher or Download the full app
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*** In the middle of the web page, click on the Download launcher link
 
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*** Click on the dialog box for the Installer, then click on the Save File button
 
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*** In the upper right area of your Firefox toolbar, click on the down-facing blue download button
 
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*** Click on the Install file, then click on the "Run" button; you'll receive a pop-up letting you know the Screen Recorder is ready.
 
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*** In the middle of the web page, you'll see the message "Download Started!", below it, click on the "try again" link;
 
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you'll see a pop-up window, click "OK"; you'll now see the Recorder appear.
 
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* To restart it:
 
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** Click on the Home button on the [http://screencast-o-matic.com/home Screencast-o-Matic web page]  
 
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** Click on the Start Recording button
 
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** Click OK on the pop-up
 
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* Otherwise, to Download the full app:
 
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** Under Frequently Asked Questions, under the first question "What if I can't get it to work in the browser?", click on the link to "Download the full app install"
 
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*** You'll need to save the install file and after it downloads, click on the file and run it. Click Next, then Install. I suggest you click beside "Create Desktop Shortcut", then click Finish. Click on "FREE Recorder".
 
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*** You're now ready to record your screen or use your webcam to create a video recording.
 
  
 
===Resources===
 
===Resources===

Revision as of 16:31, 27 June 2016

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Screencast-O-Matic

Screencast-O-Matic is a free tool you can use to record your screen or record a webcam, for a maximum of 15 minutes. 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". Screencast-O-Matic works on Windows PC's and Mac's. Videos can be published to Screencast-O-Matic or YouTube.

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

What can you do with Screencast-O-Matic?

Here's a short video introducing you to Screencast-O-Matic.

How do you set-up Screencast-O-Matic?

  • You'll need to install the software at home, or ask IT to install it at work.
  • To install the software (on Windows, I suggest you use Firefox or Chrome). Here's the instructions for installing the software on Windows 7 using the Firefox web browser:
    • 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 and it is up-to-date, you could give permission to Java to run-but often it is not update-to-date or set up correctly.
    • Instead, follow these Screencast-O-Matic Install Instructions to either Download the launcher or Download the full app

Resources

YouTube Tips


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