The Wireless Microphone will give you freedom to move around, especially if you are screencasting during class. There are wirless headset microphones, but those won’t be real convenient if you are using it in class (might be more of a disruption).
Examples include:
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Screencast-O-Matic is the original free and easy way to make a video recording of your screen (aka screencast) and upload it for free hosting all from your browser with no install!
Screencast-O-Matic uses a Java applet to record your screen. This means that your computer must have Java, however few computers do not. It is also web-based, so if you don’t have an internet connection, you cannot record your screen.
Screencast-O-Matic also has a Pro Version. This version allows you to edit your recordings, and it also allows a 1-hour recording time. The free version only allows 15-minute recording time. The pro version is only $5. This is very well worth spending $5.
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Similar to the USB Graphics Tablets, the Wirless Graphics Tablets allow much more freedom if used in a classroom. These connect to your computer or laptop through a blue-tooth connection. Although they are much more expensive, they are well worth the cost.
I recently purchased a used Graphire Wireless Graphics Tablet on eBay for $50. This particular model sells for $225 new.
Examples of Wireless Graphics Tablets include:
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Some call Camtasia Studio the world’s smartest screen recording software. Why? Because it adapts to your workflow, not the other way around. It has a plugin for PowerPoint, so recording from PowerPoint is seamless. All you do is click one button in the powerpoint and you are recording. TechSmith (maker of Camtasia) also has some great training videos on their website showing how to use the many features Camtasia Studio has to offer.
Camtasia Studio comes with video editing software, as well as the ability to create your videos in many different formats.
Camtasia Studio is truly the Cadillac of screencasting software. The regular price for Camtasia Studio is $299, however they have a special price for educators: $179.
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