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 WyoCast On-Demand

 

Presenter In-Room Checklist

Schedule Classroom Building 105, 129, or 133 Technology Request Form

For regularly scheduled classes - complete all required fields.

In the column labeled Other  enter: Mediasite/WyoCast classroom capture technology in CR 105, 129, or 133.

For one-time events, contact the Classroom Schedulers office at 766-2487.

WyoCast Reservation Form


WyoCast On-Demand Catalog


WyoCast Management Console
(administrators only)

Frequently Asked Questions Show All Answers

Viewing

What are the system requirements for using WyoCast?

Windows:

  • Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista.
  • Display resolution of 800x600 pixels or greater.
  • Windows-compatible sound card.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1or later or Firefox 2.0 or later.
  • Windows Media Player 9.0 or later.
  • Broadband Internet connection (256 Kbps and above) for live and on-demand presentations.

Mac:

  • Mac OS X 10.4.8 or later
  • Safari 2.0.4 or later or Firefox 2.0 or later
  • Silverlight 1.0
  • Broadband Internet connection (256 Kbps and above) for live and on-demand presentations.

Do I need the Microsoft Silverlight plug-in if I have a Mac?

Yes. Download this free plug-in to view WyoCast presentations on a Mac. If you don’t already have the Microsoft Silverlight plug-in, you will be prompted to download it the first time you view a presentation. You will not be asked to install this plug-in again.

Do I need to sign-in to view lectures and presentations?

It depends on whether the presenter made the lecture available to the public, or if it is only available to UWYO accounts. The presenter should let you know whether you have to sign in with your UWYO username and password. If you don’t see the lecture series in the presentation catalog, try signing into WyoCast by clicking on the sign in button near the upper right side of the catalog.

Where can I see information about the user interface?

Ball State University - a brief introduction on the end user interface that will help viewers understand the buttons and use

California State University, San Marcos – this introduction is more thorough

Presenting, Capturing, and Archiving

What rooms are set up to capture presentations?

Classrooms 105, 129, and 133 in the Classroom Building are all equipped with WyoCast technology. Classroom 105 requires making arrangements with CTS for a technician.

How do I request a WyoCast-ready room in the Classroom Building?

Contact:
Patsy Jackson, Assistant Coordinator, Classroom Services at 766-2487 or email pjackson@uwyo.edu.
Daniel Erichsen, Coordinator, University Scheduling, at 766-4388 or email derich@uwyo.edu

For regularly scheduled classes, fill out the Classroom Scheduler’s online Technology Request Form. Complete all required fields. In the column labeled Other (Including a suggested classroom to be used for this class) enter Mediasite/WyoCast classroom capture technology in CR 105, 129, or 133.

For ad-hoc, one-time Classroom Building room needs for special presentations and events, call Patsy or Daniel.

What do I need to do to arrange for the lecture in the Classroom Bldg. to be captured?

Once the room is reserved, schedule an appointment with Andy Bryson. He will work with you to prepare the recording to start automatically, fill out the content of the presentation title(s), insert the presenter’s photo if desired, and layout the way the presentation will be seen when it is played back on a computer. Email natej@uwyo.edu or call 766-2035.

I want to capture a one-time or ad-hoc event in another location. Can I do that?

Yes. Information Technology’s Classroom Technology Support (CTS) has one mobile recording system. The system is comprised of a mobile recording unit, a video camera, mixing equipment and microphones. The system will be delivered and set up by CTS staff, and you will have operator assistance during the event. There is a $25 per hour charge for the service, which includes the equipment and staffing; one hour minimum. To reserve the mobile WyoCast system, fill out the WyoCast Reservation Form at least one week in advance of the event.

Can my presentation have a “friendly” label so that it is easy to see what topic was covered in the lecture?

Yes, you can add descriptive labels in the presentation catalog. When making arrangements for scheduling, discuss these options with Andy. Andy can be reached by email at natej@uwyo.edu or by phone at 766-2035.

Can I archive my lectures and use them again in the future?

Yes. Contact Andy Bryson at ECTL for help archiving your presentation. Andy can be reached by email at natej@uwyo.edu or by phone at 766-2035.

What will happen to the saved lectures at the end of the semester?

Presentations will remain on the server for one year, unless otherwise advised by the instructor or presentation sponsor.

Troubleshooting

 

 

Classroom Capture
Have you ever heard of classroom capture technologies? Would your students benefit from being able to review your lectures after class is over? One UW student used the phrase, "TiVo for lectures" to describe this rapidly growing technology development in higher education, and he is excited to see this service come to UW to serve the students and faculty.


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