Recording with Quicktime

Teachers with Macs already have access to a simple recording studio on their laptop-- it is Quicktime Player.

1. Simply launch Quicktime (or search for it with your Spotlight).
2. Note that Quicktime now displays as the active application at the top of your screen. 
3. Click on File >  to see your options:
1. New Audio Recording: simply record your voice 
2. New Video Recording: use your built-in camera to create a video of you talking to your computer
3. New Screen Recording: record your screen and everything that happens on your screen*

*Note with Screen Recordings: You DO need to make sure that the Microphone is on in Options if you want your voice to record along with the screen. Also, I recommend showing your mouse clicks in the recording.

When you have ended your Quicktime recording, it might be best to compress it before sharing with others (file space and upload speed concerns). Simply click on File > Export As and choose a smaller quality file.

Here is the official, more detailed support article from Apple.