Jing project is a free software that adds visuals to your online conversation. You can capture images and create videos of what you see on your screen. You can then send a link of the image or video. You can also add these images or videos to your blog. myspace or website. You can record up to 5 minutes of video along with your commentary if you like. You also get 2 gigs of storage on screencast.com.
I think there are ways to use Jing for educational purposes. One could be to comment verbally on your students homework. This way there is no misinterpretation of the word or sentence and no confusion over the message that the teacher is trying to convey.You could use this as a student by adding your commentary on homework given to you from your teacher or professor if you are confused about some notes or to explain your side of your grade.
If you have classes or meetings with your colleagues you can use this to show them specific images or video clips that might get the message across stronger. It adds a great amount of clarity to your point.
