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* [[Media:Jing-HowtocreateaScreenCast-AddtoSakai.pdf|How to create a '''Screencast''' (video) with Jing handout]] (pdf) | * [[Media:Jing-HowtocreateaScreenCast-AddtoSakai.pdf|How to create a '''Screencast''' (video) with Jing handout]] (pdf) | ||
* Snap a picture of your screen. Record video of onscreen action. Share instantly over the web or email. | * Snap a picture of your screen. Record video of onscreen action. Share instantly over the web or email. | ||
| − | * Elegant and simple, Jing's minimal feature set keeps the focus on instant sharing | + | * Elegant and simple, Jing's minimal feature set keeps the focus on instant sharing. |
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===Why do instructors use Jing?=== | ===Why do instructors use Jing?=== | ||
Revision as of 14:50, 15 October 2014
Contents
- 1 Jing
- 1.1 What is Jing?
- 1.2 Why do instructors use Jing?
- 1.3 How can I learn more about Jing?
- 1.4 What do I need to get started with Jing?
- 1.5 What do I need to create Jing videos?
- 1.6 What do students need to view Jing videos?
- 1.7 How do you add Jing screenshots and screencasts to Sakai?
- 1.8 Ideas and Examples for Using Jing
- 1.9 Where can I get more information about how to use Jing?
Jing
What is Jing?
The concept of Jing is the always-ready program that instantly captures and shares images and video... from your computer to anywhere. And,it's free.
- How to create a Screenshot (picture) with Jing handout (pdf)
- How to create a Screencast (video) with Jing handout (pdf)
- Snap a picture of your screen. Record video of onscreen action. Share instantly over the web or email.
- Elegant and simple, Jing's minimal feature set keeps the focus on instant sharing.
Why do instructors use Jing?
- They use Jing to create a screen shot or a picture of what is displayed on your computer screen:
- Show a picture of a diagram or process and add it to Word, PowerPoint or Sakai
- Provide a roadmap to a part of your course for your students
- Show your students how to make screen shots, so they can show instead of tell you about a problem
- They use Jing to create a screencast or a video recording of actions that occur on your computer screen:
- 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
How can I learn more about Jing?
Check out an intro video and/or screen shots/written instructions:
What do I need to get started with Jing?
- Visit the Jing web site to download the product at home; contact IT to download on your work computer. Or try it out in Tech Center 952.
- After you install Jing, you create a screencast.com id, where you can store your video and share the link.
What do I need to create Jing videos?
- Adobe Flash player installed on your computer
- A headset, microphone, or webcam for recording audio (headset is best)
- Computer speakers or headset to listen to audio
- A script is recommended, so you know what you are going to say!
Check your Adobe Flash Player: Flash Player Help
What do students need to view Jing videos?
- Adobe Flash player (free web browser plug-in)
- Computer speakers or headset to listen to audio
How do you add Jing screenshots and screencasts to Sakai?
Ideas and Examples for Using Jing
- Here are Step-by-Step instructions provided by an instructor who used Jing with her class Show Me How Videos: On Demand!
- This article describes how an instructor provides student feedback on an assignment using Jing
Where can I get more information about how to use Jing?
- Review videos and step-by-step instructions: Jing Tutorials
- Check out Jing's Knowledge Base:Jing FAQ's/Support
