Web 2.0: "Jing" and the "Wonder Wheel" (google)

I've used 'Jing' (which I mentioned last week) to put together a quick recording of how to use the 'wonder wheel' search option in google to branch off at the research stage - a neat way to enhance your use of google and find sub-topics.

Take a look  :)

PS: It's my first attempt at actually making a Jing but I think you'll agree it's a great tool!
PPS: I tried loading the video onto youtube (because blogger won't let me load up a video directly) but apparently the format isn't supported on youtube!  I've now read the help and it seems blogger has issues with Safari (on macs) so I'm downloading the newer version of Firefox which should work - fingers crossed.


Update:  Even the new version of Firefox doesn't seem to make a difference, my posting box is still missing the video clip.  Any ideas?  I might have to try on my PC tonight to see if it's a computer issue or a problem with my login.


Again, updated:  Still can't find the embedding code...

Problem Solved!!  The 'sharing' option can be changed, so instead of giving a URL link, Jing will supply you with the correct coding - allowing me to embed into this blog.


Argh!!  No luck - anyway here's the link - http://screencast.com/t/MGEzODIxMW

I pressed the wrong screen button - here we go...


Helpful hint: Click the little button on the bottom right of the video - it will enlarge the clip to full screen size, much easier to view.

Web 2.0: "Jing"

What a fabulous (and free) application!  Jing allows you to take screen prints easily (take a picture of your screen, it doesn't actually print anything) but most exciting, it allows you to record a video of your computer screen - it was demonstrated to me by way of a podcast video.  All the steps were recorded on the screen with step by step verbal instructions... a great way to record multi-step processes and allow students to revisit the instructions anytime they like.  I'm looking forward to using this to help my students and getting them to have a play with this programme too!

Visit http://www.jingproject.com/ to install your own copy.

A little clip off you tube showing how it's actually used...




(A little note for myself - the standard measurement off youtube doesn't fit in my blog so I need to change videos to width="416.67" height="337.5")