Screencasting is one of those things that I've seen and known about but never actually tried before. Making the screencasting was much easier then I thought it would be. If I would actually be using it at the library I would have to polish the way I presented it and probably write down a script of what I was going to say. The tool I chose to use was ScreenToaster. It was pretty easy to figure out all you have to do is register and then you go to start recording. After you press start recording it gives you the options like full screen and whether you want audio or webcam. To record just go to where you want to start recording and push alt and s. Then when recording you can pause it and stop it when you're done.
There could be definite applications for this in the library, Elkhorn actually does have some already available, and there will always be new things that are easier to explain/handy to have on the website so people can learn about it.
Overall I was very glad to learn about this and may indeed have to use screencasting in the future.
Great job on your first screencasts, Becky! I really like your calm, natural presenting voice, and the way you included all sorts of helpful tips in addition to the basic steps.
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