Cumbernauld College

Using Logitech Camera with students on supported learning programmes at Cumbernauld College

Colleen Hurren - Learning TechnologistLinda Aitcheson – Lecturer, Supported Programmes

Logitech Video Effects

Logitech Webcams

• Brought in for European project involving Skype

• Video effects noticed• Used for learner engagement during freshers’

week• Learners with learning difficulties responded

particular well – story telling potential evident

Video Effects – what they do

Follow the user’s head with:• Facial accessories – hats, beards, etc,• Avatars – cars, flowers, people• Fun filters – magic mirrors• Video masks – the Mona Lisa- And you can now make your own masks!

Advantages of Webcams with Video Effects

• Cheap • Easy to learn• Easy to use• Quick to install• Portable – can be installed anywhere• Outputs (photo and video) to computer, e-mail or YouTube

Some more accessories/avatars

Logitech Webcams - tips

• Available from Amazon• Any Logitech webcam that has “video effects”• Better to buy HD for picture quality• Install software from Logitech website• Comes with some avatars – install more from

website• Give yourself 15 mins to install and 5 mins to

download extra effects

More Tips

• Use a reasonably fast computer• Remember to check volume for video• Watch out for people wandering behind the

video subject - use a screen• Reset face-tracking if avatars are not working• Be careful what you put on YouTube!

Linda Aitcheson – Lecturer, Supported Programmes

• First introduced to School link.• This group merged with less able group.• Software engaged all learners at different

levels of ability and confidence.• Promoted team work and peer support.• Engaged learners.• Improved ICT skills.• Improved ownership of learning.

Linda Aitcheson – Lecturer, Supported Programmes

• Positive feedback from first project.• Two further projects on-going.• One based on drama with complex needs

group.• One based on IT with more able group.

Any Questions?