YouSeeU is a web-based software tool that provides recording, sharing, interacting and learning through video submissions. This software is the perfect tool to deliver asynchronous oral presentations, video discussions, case study presentations, and oral exams. YouSeeU was initially designed for online or distance education but is now used for blending learning and Face-to-Face courses as well.The unique feature of YouSeeU is that the software synchronizes the student video with their PowerPoint slides through a 3 sync player. The video and PPT slides are 2 separate presentations but are synchronized with the software after the fact. The third component of the 3 sync player is the ability for the instructor to provide feedback along the video/oral presentation timeline (video time stamp). Other forms of feedback include a customized rubric, numeric grading, and audio/video feedback options.
Benefits of this tool include:
- Ability to practice in a less threatening environment
- Improvement through behavior based feedback
- Various means of connection with instructor/peers
- Interactive feedback-rich digital environment (independent of time/place)
How do I use the YouSeeU software in my program? Students are assigned a special project that must be delivered as an oral presentation. They must record the video and also prepare PowerPoint slides. These are synchronized into one comprehensive oral presentation that is shared with the instructor and peers. I provide feedback along the video time stamp so students can see feedback in the exact location of the oral presentation. A rubric is used for grading, which inputs a numerical grade into the system. I also use the video feedback option to record messages for the students at the beginning of the course and for their presentations.
While the software is not free, it is available at a minimal
price. Instructors can try the tool (a trial basis) before
purchasing/implementing. The cost
is approximately $1/minute per student (for example $20 for 20 minutes). The
student can purchase the minutes directly through YouSeeU or the instructor can
establish a special course fee and be direct-billed by YouSeeU.
For more information, visit http://www.youseeu.com.
Submitted by Nishele Lenards, Medical
Dosimetry
