Screencasting in Libraries : SCR CONNECTions
August 19
Shikun “KK” Jiang Screencasting in Libraries
Definition : Definition A recording of actions a person performs on a computer screen, to demonstrate a computer-based task or set of tasks to others.
Screencasting in Libraries : Screencasting in Libraries “Visually” show users how something works
Provide help at point of need
Relieve staff overload on often-asked questions
Allow users’ full control over their learning process
Allow users to refresh their knowledge as often as they can
Distance education
Screencasting in Libraries (con’t) : Screencasting in Libraries (con’t) Examples:
National Library of Medicine PubMed Online Training: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/bsd/disted/pubmed.html
Yale University Medical Library: http://www.med.yale.edu/library/education/guides
University of Oklahoma Libraries – Norman: http://libraries.ou.edu/help/tutorials/
Nashville Public Library: http://www.library.nashville.org/services/ser_training.asp
San Antonio Public Library MedlinePlus overview in Spanish: http://guides.mysapl.org/sana_sana
To Get Started : To Get Started An idea
A computer
Screencasting software
A microphone
Internet
Screencasting Software : Screencasting Software Pick something that’s right for you
What is your budget?
What features do you want? (i.e., captioning? Interactive elements? Quizzing feature?)
Do you require editing after recording?
Which output format do you prefer?
Does the software work on your computer platform?
Desktop or online application?
Screencasting Software (con’t) : Screencasting Software (con’t) Tools we recommend:
Jing (http://www.jingproject.com/):
Advantages: Windows/MAC, extremely easy, free
Disadvantages: No editing allowed, 5 min limit, no resizing
Adobe Captivate (http://www.adobe.com/products/captivate/):
Advantages: Allows editing, many functions
Disadvantages: Windows only, steeper learning curve, expensive ($799/copy)
Camtasia (http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.asp):
Advantages: Allows editing, cheaper than Adobe Captivate ($299/copy)
Disadvantages: Windows only, steeper learning curve
ScreenJelly (http://www.screenjelly.com/):
Advantages: Web-based, Windows/MAC, easy, free, shared via Twitter directly
Disadvantages: 3 min maximum, no editing allowed
More… : More… The NN/LM SCR offers the following class:
Screencasting: Creating Online Tutorials
4-hour hands-on class, MLA CE credited
Contact KK for more information or to schedule a class:
shikun.jiang@exch.library.tmc.edu
713-799-7880
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September 16, 10:30 – 11:30 CT
Cheryl Rowan, Public Health Outreach Coordinator