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    ilos

    Score8 out of 10
    N/Ailos is a video editing application from the company of the same name in St. Paul, Minnesota.N/A

    Screencastify

    Score8.3 out of 10
    N/AScreencastify is a suite of video-creation tools for the classroom, from the company of the same name Chicago. It is used in K-12 classrooms around the world, for teachers and students, to create instructional videos, record presentations, and give better feedback, and to support remote learning.

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    ilosScreencastify
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    Starter
    $15
    per month per user
    Pro
    $20
    per month per user
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    ilosScreencastify
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details—Discount available for annual pricing.
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    ilosScreencastify
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    ilos
    ilos is great for a larger group looking for an easy to learn capture system and platform all combined together. Because it lets you record, edit, and share there is no reason to learn one or two software for capture and editing, and another for sharing. ilos is not targeted at intermediate or advanced users, so the ability to manipulate your content - specifically when editing, is very limiting to more experienced users.
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    Screencastify
    Screencastify is great for beginning video creators or teachers who need a tool to quickly record a screen. For those with a budget, the paid features offers basic editing and the ability to embed questions, which can make for a more polished and meaningful video. Screencastify is not for users who want to create a more polished video with an introduction or other media that needs to be included, such as background music or other images. My go to - if it's quick and easy, use Screencastify. If I want to make in-depth edits, use another solution.
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    Pros
    ilos
    • Desktop capture is simple even for first-time users
    • Editing capabilities and focused on only the most common features, avoiding overwhelm or confusion
    • Sharing inside Canvas is simple and intuitive
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    Screencastify
    • Easy screencasting
    • Stores videos to the cloud/drive
    • Basic editing, such as trimming
    • Chrome extension is easy to install and use
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    Cons
    ilos
    • Features are often rolled out before they are fully baked
    • Communication of changes can be limited and frustrating
    • Not all changes feel like improvements, much less necessary
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    Screencastify
    • The pricing model isn't competitive in Education
    • 5-minute cap on free videos can be short
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    Alternatives Considered
    ilos
    It was a tough call to choose ilos over Kaltura, but the more limited features made ilos seem more approachable for novice users. Price was also far lower because of the limited focus of ilos. Kaltura did offer more tools for marketing/public purposes - such as streaming, capture integration, and video portals - but none of those are necessary for us.
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    Screencastify
    Loom and Screencastify are the most direct comparison. They both are Chrome extensions that have a low learning curve for beginner users. Loom offers a pro license free to educators, which allows for unlimited numbers of recordings and a 45-minute cap on recording length, perfect for lessons. Screencastify's pro features are paid for but are also more in-depth. Their editing is more robust, allowing users to trim in the middle, not just the edges. Users also get unlimited recordings and no cap on video length, and some storage depending on the tier purchased. Screencastify also offers volume discounts, which can help reduce the cost significantly. Educators can also create assignments in Screencastify, which is unique to this product. Camtasia is a full-fledged editor and screen recorder, so a full comparison isn't fair, since the products have two different intended uses. Camtasia offers robust features to make a polished final video
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    Return on Investment
    ilos
    • Makes sharing content with students easier for faculty - so they actually make and share videos more than before
    • Students don't have issues viewing, even on limited bandwidth
    • Because you can make a video wherever and whenever you want, creation has increased
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    Screencastify
    • 150 users
    • Many hours of screen recording made
    • Many of users can use the free verison with no issue
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