How to Get Started with a ScreenPal Account

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Last updated: Jul 23, 2024 by Shelby Topping
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ScreenPal is a web-based tool for creating video and still screen captures, similar to Camtasia. Faculty are the primary intended users of this tool for the creation of classroom instructional content.

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtain a ScreenPal Account

1.Visit https://screenpal.com/

2.Click Log In

3.Select Sign in with Google

4. Enter your Valpo login credentials

5.Your account for ScreenPal will be created

6.When you go to use your account for the first time you may be prompted to Download the software to your computer, follow the prompts to download. If you receive a notification that Administrator rights are required, contact helpdesk@valpo.edu for assistance.

Please note, our licenses are per computer, not per user, so please refrain from downloading on multiple devices if possible

Apps are available for use on both Android and iOS devices

We recommend saving your videos to a Google Drive folder for space considerations.

Using ScreenPal in Blackboard

Refer to screenshot examples in the right column

  • From within your Blackboard Course under Content, select Build Content

  • Under the Create heading, scroll down to ScreenPal

  • Complete the Information section as you would for any content (availability, description, etc.)

  • Click Submit

  • You may be prompted to enter your Google login on first use

  • A new item will be created in your Content section

  • Select the item you just created

  • You can now work with ScreenPal

    • VIDEO - allows you to create a video to share with students

    • CHANNEL - allows you to share a previously created Channel with students

    • RECORDER - allows students to create a recording to submit to you

    • You can select a previously created Channel for students to record their work

Helpful Resources from ScreenPal

For additional assistance, contact the IT Help Desk.

 

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