Screentastic! Using Screencasting as a Reference and Customer Service Tool

Date, Location

Wed, 07/18/2012 - 11:00am - 12:00pm

About the Event

If  you’re interested in learning more about screencasts and hearing tips on how to create them, this is the perfect program for you! Screencasts are excellent tools for demonstrating software, teaching computer skills, and visually sharing step-by-step navigation of websites and databases. They can be a powerful tool for all sizes of public libraries. Come learn how to design and produce killer screencasts for staff and public use, whether your targeted audience is a single person or an entire community.

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this one-hour webinar, participants will:

Understand the strengths and weaknesses of premium and free screencasting programs
Be familiar with the mechanics of creating a polished screencast
Know how to use screencasts for everyday questions and for unique situations
Think like an experienced screencast producer
Who Should Attend

Librarians designing instructional materials for patrons and/or staff
Librarians interested in utilizing technology for improving service at public help areas

Cost: PLA Member: $28.00; ALA Member: $31.50; Nonmember: $35.00

To Register:

 Registration link: www.ala.org/Template.cfm

Event Website

http://www.ala.org/pla/onlinelearning/webinars/screencasting