Physics & Astronomy- Use of Doc Cam : Seamless movement between Whiteboard, iKamva & Presentations
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Ian Schroder, a Senior Technical Officer at the Department of Physics & Astronomy, has implemented a hybrid teaching approach, making use of the Document Camera in the department (Venue G51).
Doc Cam: Sphere2 software
Ian makes use of his laptop and downloaded the Sphere2 software that accompanies the Doc Cam. This enables him to project objects and windows side-by-side (e.g. live video and static content displayed side-by-side).
Ian also makes use of a physical whiteboard and places it on the desk in the venue. He makes use of the Doc Cam and Sphere2 software to:
- Project learning material
- Enlarge learning material (e.g.) equations, as students often had difficulty with regards to visibility - when he made use of the classroom board
Seamless movement between platforms
Ian is able to move seamlessly between platforms and presentations, such as between iKamva, a PowerPoint presentation and the Document Camera, explaining complex Physics concepts.
Doc Cam: Record the lecture
In addition, Ian is able to record the entire lecture.
Embed recorded lesson into LMS (iKamva lessons)
The recording is embedded within the Learning Management System (LMS), iKamva. The students are able to retrieve the recording embedded within a specific lesson/topic.
Doc Cam: Projection feature for Physics demonstrations – ‘Not a talking head’
Ian has also used the projection feature on the Doc Cam for Physics demonstrations. He is able to zoom into a real-world object.
Example: During a specific topic/lesson, he made use of a ‘Fidget Spinner’ and enlarged the projection. This enabled more engagement. In the past some students complained about poor visibility during demonstrations (of ‘real-world objects’) - in the class.
Doc Cam: ‘Freeze Frame’ feature
Ian uses the Freeze Frame feature during experiments. He is able to make use of the remote and ‘freeze frame’ (pausing at a specific time); and then moves around the classroom to discuss that specific frame/concept.
Example: In the past, when making use of the ‘Fidget Spinner’ for a Physics demonstration (in relation to a specific topic) – the students complained about visibility. Now Ian is able to:
- ‘freeze frame’ the screen,
- leave a measurement device,
- walk around and discuss; and
- unfreeze with the remote.
Continuous training and exploration: New teaching approach
Ian attended the CIECT training; and he is willing to explore more functionalities of the Doc Cam, for Physics experiments and students assessments.
Doc Cam: Face-to-Face Training
The CIECT team regularly markets the training sessions. We appeal to all Lecturers, Facilitators, Tutors and Teaching Assistants to attend the Doc Cam training sessions.
The benefits of the application can only be realised, once you become familiar and make effective use of the eTools.
NB: Face-to-Face Training on the use of these Hybrid Teaching systems are available every Monday between 12 – 2pm.
Venue: Audio-Visual Services offices (Old Physiotherapy building).
Please send your booking request to Servicedesk@uwc.ac.za, subject: AVS Hybrid Teaching training.
**Self-Help Instructional Video: ‘How to use the Document Cameras/Visualisers’
Visit the CIECT YouTube Channel to view a video tutorial.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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