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The first part of the series explains what a screencast is and how it can be useful. Particularly for faculty engaged in online/hybrid courses or those whose courses involve extensive use of computer or web-based applications, screencasting is invaluable.

To create a screencast, you simply carry out all the operations involved in completing the task and the software records this as an animation. This animation can be annotated with text labels, accompanied by an audio narration or both. Some authoring tools allow you to go beyond offering simple demonstrations, to provide the learner with opportunities to try out the tasks for themselves using a simulation of the original software.

This 3-part practical guide explores the potential for screencasting, describes the different types of tools available and provides some tips on how to make a good job of your own screencasts.

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