Why Use Desktop Recordings? Intro to Clipchamp
Using desktop recording as an instructor can greatly enhance your teaching effectiveness and student engagement for several reasons:
Visual Learning: Desktop recordings allow you to record course content, software, or websites, making complex concepts easier to understand.
Accessibility: Recordings can be made available for students to review at their own pace. This is especially helpful for those who may need to revisit certain topics.
Engagement: Incorporating multimedia elements into your lessons can keep students more engaged. Interactive elements or real-time demonstrations can make learning more dynamic and engaging.
Fostering Community: Creating desktop recordings with your class can create a sense of community, as students can see you and hear your voice, making it possible to connect with you. It can also make the classroom experience feel more personal and supportive.
Support Diverse Learning Styles: Not all students learn in the same way. Some may excel with visual and auditory information, making recordings an excellent tool for accommodating different learning preferences.
Feedback and Improvement: Reviewing your recorded sessions can help you evaluate your teaching style and identify areas for improvement, allowing you to enhance your delivery for future classes.
Overall, desktop recording can be a valuable tool to supplement your teaching and provide a richer educational experience for your students!
Clipchamp
What is Clipchamp?
Microsoft Clipchamp is an online video editor that simplifies video creation. It offers intuitive tools that make it easy to create videos without requiring extensive technical skills. Users can combine videos, images, and audio. Once editing is complete, videos can be easily saved to your device. Unlike many other editors, Clipchamp operates in your browser without needing software downloads.
Pricing: FREE
Paid subscription (access to premium features): Monthly $11.99, Yearly $119.99
Clipchamp Tutorial
Accessing Clipchamp
Start by going to https://app.clipchamp.com/ Please note: You can only use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge
2. Create an account or signup with your email
Recording your Video
Click on Create a new video
2. Select Record and Create
3. Select the type of recording you will be doing. Make sure to enable your microphone and camera.
4. Click on the red button to start recording. You also have the option of turning on Speaker Coach. This will analyze your recording's speech, including pace, pitch and use of filler words.
5. Choose what you want to record, you will see your current browsers tabs, windows you currently have opened or the option to record your entire screen
6. When you've finished your recording, simply click on either (1) Stop Sharing or the Stop button. You'll then be prompted to either (2) Save and Edit your recording or to redo it.
Please note: If you haven't upgraded your account, you'll need to (3) save the recording to your local hard drive. This means you'll need to either work on the same computer every time you want to work on your project or save the file to an external hard drive, allowing you to access it from any computer you use.
Editing your Video
You have a wide range of options to enhance your video, including:
Resizing, cropping, or trimming to perfect your video
Adding text, transitions, or selecting from a variety of templates to seamlessly integrate into your media
Incorporating video filters, images, or background music
Adding captions for improved accessibility and engagement
Explore these features to make your video stand out and check out the Clipchamp YouTube to find helpful videos that will show you how to use Clipchamp like a pro!
Exporting your Video
Once you’ve completed your recording, you can easily export your video and begin using it in your class right away!
In conclusion, incorporating desktop recordings into your teaching strategy can enhance the learning experience for both you and your students. With tools like Clipchamp, educators can create more engaging learning environments.
Desktop recording offers both flexibility and convenience. Whether you share introductory psychology insights or more advanced topics, using multimedia resources can lead to a more enriching learning experience. So, start recording and sharing your unique teaching style. Your students will thank you!
