Screencast

= **Description** = The assignment was to create an instructional video capture/Screencast. We were to decide what material would be implemented through the Web 2.0 technology and use the Jing software to capture the lesson and share the video via Screencast. Once the Screencast was complete we were to make it available for our classmates to view. The Jing video capture is made available after uploading the video to the Screencast hosting site and posting the link given to the PBworks page.

=Selection of Web 2.0=

My instructional video introduces and gives an example of the new vocabulary words that the students need to know for chapter 6: Water Cycle and Weather in our Science textbook as well as introduce the next collaborative assignment. Learning and understanding the important key terms in reading makes the selection more meaningful and easier to follow. Knowing the vocabulary terms are an important part of understanding and learning new material. Therefore, using technology to engage and hold interest of the learner is key to ensure retention.

=Reflection= I enjoyed using the Jing software to capture and share the vocabulary lesson. This Web 2.0 technology will be an addition to the traditional way of learning and spices things up a bit in the classroom. I am more than sure that my students will benefit from the use of Jing and the new way of learning new vocabulary terms. Students will also be able to refer to the Screencast at anytime to refresh their memory with vocabulary when studying for tests and other assignments. The downside of using Jing for instruction is having to start recording from the beginning if there are any mistakes. In this case, using VoiceThread or any other editable software would be best.

Using the Jing/Screencast technology to implement and present the new vocabulary to the learners was excellent. It provided a visual and auditory style to learning and will keep the learner engaged through the use of voice and picture. As a student, I was easily distracted during lecture and providing more visual presentation was the only way I could learn and retain information. Because of my past experiences as a student, I knew using technology to teach new terms was the way to go. I plan on using the Jing/Screencast program with a host of other lessons and activities for my students.

To view my Chapter Vocabulary screencast click here [[image:jing.png width="161" height="166" link="@http://www.screencast.com/t/ZGNmYjZmNDEt"]]
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