Published In
American Libraries
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-1-2009
Subjects
Computer-assisted instruction, Interactive videos
Abstract
The article focuses on technologies that enable library staff in the U.S. to produce interactive video instruction including screencast, which is defined as a film that is taken of a desktop of a computer. It recommends screencasting software for library tutorial purposes. It states varied ways on how the Orange County Public Library in Florida uses screencasts for library instruction. The author explains the benefit of screencasting for libraries that are facing difficulty in providing online instruction to people.
Persistent Identifier
http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/7293
Citation Details
Farkas, M. (2009). Your Desktop: The Movie. American Libraries, 40(11), 33.
Description
Article appears in American Libraries (http://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/)