Jing is something that I have actually used in the
past. I love Jing because it is easy to
use and simple to understand. You select the size of the recording and start
recording. It is a great way to create
screen cast and 5 minutes is plenty of recording time. I feel like libraries can easily incorporate
Jing into their web presence and show patrons how navigate the library’s
website. Jing has next to no learning curve and if there was ever a product
that was intuitive, it is Jing. It is easy to share the Jing videos and to send
them to friends and family.
Libraries
are always looking for easy-to-use products and Jing allows librarians to
created guided tours and teach patrons how to do research. A single Jing video can help librarians show
hundreds and potentially thousands of patrons how to perform a task online
without having to explain it over and over.
Jing videos are limited in what they show the patron because it is a bit
tricky to open up new pages and switch between images in a way that looks
professional but anything you can do on your computer you can show someone
else. Plus the audio commentary make Jing a powerful tool in the world of
school media. You could make a Jing on
how to pick a research topic, how to do the research, and how to format the
paper. Imagine an entire semester research paper explained in a single video!
At this point I am aware that I sound like Jing is giving me
a kickback but I assure you it is simply my love the technology that is shining
through. Free, easy, and eminently presentable, what more could a librarian ask
for?
I really like the idea of being able to use a Jing video over and over again instead of myself for a presentation. I did have some trouble with my video when switching pages and having to scroll up or down. What I was seeing on my computer ended up looking a little different in the video. Just like you, I love that it is free and easy!
ReplyDeleteSOLD! You did a great Jing presentation on choosing an IPad. I really enjoyed using the Jing. I think that I, like you, will be using it again. It's just so simple and, you're right...no learning curve.
ReplyDeleteTrue, I like the idea of being able to present a series of topics over several Jing videos. It helps students who may not have been paying attention or got the lesson in class get a little boost.
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