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Screencasts
For practical topics like coding or learning to use software systems, I am increasingly using Camtasia to record screencasts of demonstrations, usually walking through a process and then encouraging students to try it for themselves:
Crucially, these video resources are presented as part of a complete unit of instruction that includes clear steps for the learner to follow, often working from files provided to help them get started. Students are usually required to upload their work in progress and are encouraged to discuss any difficulties they encounter in the online forums.
