Russell's Research

First Article on using Screen Capture for Feedback

Russell's work in using screen capture has caused considerable interest including several national press articles, an appearance on the news on French TV and a mention in a UK government report in 2009. The story started back in June 2006 when Russell wrote about the use of screen capture software as a way of providing feedback to students. This was followed by an article in the IATEFL SIG in November 2006 and then a 2000 word article in the Times Higher, which gave the idea a massive profile and led to international coverage of his work. On this page you can listen to Russell talking about his work and see some examples of video feedback. Here is the Times Higher article 

Video Feedback Links

A selection of journal papers, interviews, articles and even TV appearances about Video Feedback:

• National Students Forum 2009 Report.
• Feedback idea covered on French TV.
• 2007-Guardian Newspaper Article about Feedback and Screen capture.
• 2007 JISC regional report
• First Report in the HEA 2007
• Second Report in the HEA 2008.
• Journal Entry in Humanising Language Teaching.

Interviews with Russell about Video Feedback

Examples of Video Feedback

Screen Capture Software Capabilities

People often ask me what exactly you can do with Camtasia (that is the screen capture software I use to make the videos). I have made a quick and simple set of videos to give you some ideas. If you want to learn how to use it, then scroll down and you will see a section where you can get a copy of Camtasia and also access lots of learning videos about using it.
A demonstation of the power of Camtasia

Make Your Own Training Videos

Many people have asked me how I made all the learning videos that are on this site. I use a product called Camtasia. YOu can download the product here Download software from Techsmtihs. There are even learning videos on how to use Camtasia. Just click Learning Videos for Camtasia.

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