The document outlines the creation and implementation of mathcasts using screencasting technology, specifically focusing on the use of VoiceThread. It includes goals for understanding mathcasts, preparation checklists for students, and guidelines for sharing their work. The document emphasizes differentiation in problem solving and encourages the application of mathcasting skills in other content areas.

1. Creating Math CastsUsing Screencasting TechnologyJessica K. Frahm HarrisNew Salem ElementaryUnion County Public Schools

2. GoalsBe able to answer the question, “What is a mathcast?”Become acquainted with different screen-casting technologies (and of what screen-casting is!)Learn about other applications of screen-casting technology

3. Math CastsA recording of writing plus voice and/or text explaining a mathematical conceptView a few examples from the following sites:

4. Screen CastingA recording tool that allows video and sound to be recorded of actions on one’s computer screenThis presentation will focus on VoiceThread, but feel free to click and learn about the others below.

5. Implementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistContent for Task

6. Student Planning

7. How to Use Chosen Technology

8. Creating Math Casts

9. Sharing Math CastsImplementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistContent for Task

10. Use open-ended problems

11. Differentiate by giving problems of varying difficulty

12. Use your schools math book, your brain, or the internet to find appropriate problems (NCDPI’s math indicators is the source of the problem on this slide!) Implementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistStudent PlanningGive student their problem on PAPER first so they can write out their solution, plan what they are going to say, and you can check it!

13. Implementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistHow to Use Chosen TechnologySign up for an account at VoiceThread and view their “Getting Started” videosMake sure you are logged into your voicethread account and practice by making your own mathcasthere.

14. Implementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistCreating Math Casts with StudentsNeed computers with a microphone and internet connectionUse computer lab or media centerEnlist help!

15. Implementing MathcastsPreparation ChecklistSharing Math CastsCan publish completed mathcasts on voicethread, other website, or cd

16. Moving BeyondModify process for inclusionApply skills learned to other content areasLanguage Arts

17. Social Studies

18. ScienceContactJessica K. Frahm Harrisjessica.harris@ucps.k12.nc.usUnion County Public Schools