For this screenshot I am using the tool in zoom. This is the first time I have used this tool. I teach about how to quickly practice taking pictures. I chose not to show my face only the ppt. I think my audience will be people who are just starting out or want to learn some photo techniques instantly. In my PowerPoint I reduced the amount of text and instead used pictures as the main body. Because I think I need to use photos to learn more about this topic.
I had some difficulties in completing this project. Firstly, zoom’s screenshot tool is only 2 minutes long at a time which caused me to end the presentation before I finished. So I had to separate the two videos and then I edited them into one video. Secondly, I was often faced with a blank head on the way to the presentation. This resulted in my video viewing not being as smooth as it could have been. Third, I’ve noticed that my sound will be lower at the beginning of the video but then go back to normal after a few seconds. I’m guessing this is caused by the settings on the recording tool not being adjusted properly.
In this module I learned that there is a lot to be said for watching a teacher in class. Just like the cognitive load theory, overloading one’s capacity will lead to a decrease in learning efficiency. Multimedia learning is to present knowledge in multiple aspects, which is conducive to reducing cognitive load. Then there is the principle of redundancy, the repetition of information is to be avoided. And people learn better from graphics and narratives. This is the same theory that I try to apply in my screencast videos. Using lots of photos and narration to convey knowledge.
Below is my video. Thank you for watching.
Hello, Xiaotong. I also used zoom as a screen recording tool in this project. The use of Zoom for teaching photography is impressive. Glad you were able to overcome the time constraints and technical glitches. Your speech also combines the visual and auditory interaction very well and leaves a deep impression on people. Thank you for sharing the tips!
I think your video is very well done, especially the use of pictures and text. Your explanation is also very easy to understand. Regarding Zoom, my suggestion is that you can select your slideshow, stay on this page, choose to share the screen, and then start screen recording, so that you can control the stay time of each page.
Your approach to teaching photography using Zoom’s screenshot tool and focusing on images over text in your PowerPoint is a smart choice, especially for beginners. This method matches well with the subject and helps make learning easier and less overwhelming, following the idea that people learn better from pictures and stories.
However, the technical issues like the Zoom time limit and audio problems show the importance of knowing your tools well. In the future, using tools that allow longer recording might improve your presentations. Also, checking audio settings beforehand can prevent sound issues.
Your decision not to show your face is interesting, but even a small personal touch might make your videos more engaging. Overall, you’re on the right track with using pictures and narration in your videos, and with a few tweaks, your teaching can be even more effective. Keep up the good work!