Screencast App
(Only for use on devices with Chrome OS - Chromebooks)
Overview
Grade levels: Primary, Intermediate, Middle, High
The Screencast app allows Chromebook users to create screencasts that record all or part of the screen. Recordings are automatically saved in a user's Google Drive, making saving and sharing an easier process.
Screencast transcribes your narration into text so you can easily trim your recording. Transcripts can be translated into multiple languages to support student access to content.
Note - The Screencast app is only available on devices that using the Chrome Operating System (OS), which are Chromebooks.
Learning How
Getting Started with the Screencast app
Creative Communicator. 6c - Students communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
Creative Communicator. 6d - Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.
Ideas for Use
Students
Record presentations at home to show at school
Narrate documents or presentation software
Showcase speaking activities in a foreign language lesson