VideoScribe

Supported by TRU	No
Cost	Varies depending on subscription. Free 7 day trial available
Privacy	PIA has not been conducted
Bandwidth	High demand if used in browser; N/A if using desktop application
Equipment	Desktop application or web browser; microphone optional
Integration	None; video can be exported and embedded

What is VideoScribe?

VideoScribe is an animation software used to animate text, shapes, and images on a digital whiteboard, with additional options to add voice-overs or soundtracks. You can start from scratch with a blank whiteboard or utilize one of VideoScribe’s many video templates.

What Can You Use it For?

Uses

VideoScribe has the potential to increase student engagement and retention by allowing educators to easily create short, fun explainer videos or creative presentations. Content is presented in a multi-modal fashion through the use of imagery, text and audio to help with cognitive processing.

Due to the ease of use of VideoScribe, it can also be used to encourage students to become content creators by having them create their own videos to summarize their own original research, respond and reflect to presented content, or create their own tutorial videos.

Features

Start your video from scratch or select from a number of templates
Choose your canvas type – scenes or infinite canvas
Easy to use drag-and-drop interface
Choose from a large library of images, graphics, and GIFs
Choose from a large library of royalty-free music tracks
Easily customize your video with animation styles
Built-in voice recording tool
Includes a diverse range of “drawing hands,” pens, and erasers to customize your presentation

How Can You Access it?

VideoScribe is a subscription-based service. Desktop and browser versions of the software are available. Visit VideoScribe’s website to start a free trial or purchase a subscription. License keys are not available through TRU.

Pricing varies depending on the selected subscription plan. A 7 day free trial is available to try the product. Visit VideoScribe’s website for more information regarding pricing.

How Do You Use It?

A large number of guides and tutorials are provided on the VideoScribe site or YouTube channel.

VideoScribe (2021, March 12). Tutorial 1 – Create your first scene and save v3.7 | Sparkol VideoScribe [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hURElM19aGU

VideoScribe (2021, March 12). Tutorial 3 – Adding Sound v3.7 | Sparkol VideoScribe [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXVv0H8bL8k

VideoScribe (2021, March 12). Tutorial 2 – Setting the camera and create a second scene v3.7 | Sparkol VideoScribe [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9H6x1KJFeNY

VideoScribe (2021, March 12). Tutorial 4 – Editing and fine tuning your scribe v3.7 | Sparkol VideoScribe [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sFXtGQkiTE

What Support is Available?

Support for VideoScribe is not provided by TRU. Limited support may be available through VideoScribe’s Help Centre.