To Do List:
Edit PowerPoint presentation
- Animation
- Timings
- Jing
- Camtasia Studio
Familiarize myself with the tools
Gather Media (Background Music?)
Practice/Rehearse
Record
Edit Screencast
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Screen Cast Part II
In order to annotate my PowerPoint Presentation "Bronner's Christmas Wonderland" there are a few more things that I need to do in preparation. I don't plan on recording my own voice, which will also make it easier to do what I need in my dorm room on my laptop. I do hope to put some background music in, to make things more interesting.
To Do List:
Edit PowerPoint presentation
Familiarize myself with the tools
Gather Media (Background Music?)
Practice/Rehearse
Record
Edit Screencast
To Do List:
Edit PowerPoint presentation
Familiarize myself with the tools
Gather Media (Background Music?)
Practice/Rehearse
Record
Edit Screencast
Monday, September 21, 2009
Screen Casting
What is screen casting you may ask? Well, screencasting is a digital recording of a computer screen, often with audio narration. It may sound a little difficult and confusing, I sure thought it was, until I researched it a little further. Along the way, I found some very helpful articles that really made sense of the different reasons or even how to use screencasting. Take a look:
- "Educause Learning Initiative" has a detailed article describing the seven things you should know about screencasting. Whether its who uses it... or even the downsides.
- Also, Beth Kanter wrote an article on the "Introduction to Screencasting" with some tutorials about different types of screen casts, with many examples.
- Lastly, but probably best yet, is John Udell's article "What is Screencasting?" it really breaks it down for you, makes it easy to learn, and even talks about different genres and other areas of screencasting.
Sites, Services, and Software...
Of course, there are plenty of options as to what software or program you can use for this. Basically, it comes down to what your needs are. Whether you would like to download software onto your computer, or just simply use a free service from the internet. It really varies from what you will be using it for, how often, and how in depth you would like to go. Usually, screen casts are used to show how a site, service or software works; but really, there are an endless list of things you can use it for.
Next, I used Screencast-O-Matic, which I found I liked more than ScreenToaster, just because of the fact that it the buttons were easier to get too, but is just a matter of opinion. This also offered audio, and I liked it a lot.
Lastly, I tried Screenr. Which is really handy if you are into Twitter, because it can upload the link directly to your Twitter, or to Youtube. I really liked this one as well, probably better than ScreenToaster, but then again, it's all a matter of opinion!
Go try for yourself :)
Of course, there are plenty of options as to what software or program you can use for this. Basically, it comes down to what your needs are. Whether you would like to download software onto your computer, or just simply use a free service from the internet. It really varies from what you will be using it for, how often, and how in depth you would like to go. Usually, screen casts are used to show how a site, service or software works; but really, there are an endless list of things you can use it for.
So, enough of just showing you sites and tutorials, and explaining what you can find out for yourself, I've tried three different websites that offer screencasting for free, and here is what I came up with:
First, I tried ScreenToaster, which was my very first time ever trying out a screencast! It was a little frustrating trying to figure out exactly what I wanted to do and such, but it was fun. It was very simple, and had audio and web cam options. It DOES take a little practice, but worth the effort.
First, I tried ScreenToaster, which was my very first time ever trying out a screencast! It was a little frustrating trying to figure out exactly what I wanted to do and such, but it was fun. It was very simple, and had audio and web cam options. It DOES take a little practice, but worth the effort.
Next, I used Screencast-O-Matic, which I found I liked more than ScreenToaster, just because of the fact that it the buttons were easier to get too, but is just a matter of opinion. This also offered audio, and I liked it a lot.
Lastly, I tried Screenr. Which is really handy if you are into Twitter, because it can upload the link directly to your Twitter, or to Youtube. I really liked this one as well, probably better than ScreenToaster, but then again, it's all a matter of opinion!
Go try for yourself :)
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Alternatives to "Office"
There are a few reasons as to why you may not want the usual Microsoft software for the "offices" that are just so popular to use today. One reason, is the cost. To purchase this software can be very pricey, and to common users this could be a problem. But not to worry! You are not limited in this area, for there are many different options and choices out there. Now, all you have to do is find the one for you...
Here are only a few alternatives available:
Open Office
Open Office offers word processing, graphs, spreadsheets, presentations, databases and more. Many languages are available for this software, and can be used on most standard computers. When it stores your data, it is stored in an international open standard format and can read and write files from other software packages. And the best yet... It's free for anyone to use! All you have to do is download it from the website.
ThinkFree Online
Think Free can be accessed anywhere, anytime... Even from your cell phone or mobile device. However, you don't need to be connected to the internet, the Power Tool allows you to access documents in My Office. And, no installation is required!
Ability Office
By using Ability Office, you have five software applications: a word processor, a spreadsheet, a database, a photo-editor, and a drawing module. You could use it at the office for a business, or at home, and it is great for beginners. However, there are a few system requirements for your computer that you would have to look into beforehand, and there is a download trial available.
Lotus SmartSuite
This is award winning software that has three different programs. Word processing, spreadsheet, and a personal information manager. It is used a lot by individual users, but it is also very effective in the workplace.
This is award winning software that has three different programs. Word processing, spreadsheet, and a personal information manager. It is used a lot by individual users, but it is also very effective in the workplace.
Oxygen Office
Oxygen Office is very comparable to Open Office, due to the fact that it is a repackaged version of Open Office. It has the same qualities listed above, but Oxygen Office has over 3200 graphic clip art and photos, over 90 different font types, and several templates.
Oxygen Office is very comparable to Open Office, due to the fact that it is a repackaged version of Open Office. It has the same qualities listed above, but Oxygen Office has over 3200 graphic clip art and photos, over 90 different font types, and several templates.
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