Loom
Screen and camera recording for seamless video collaboration and sharing.
What it does
Overview
Who it's for
Best suited for
- Creating tutorial and instructional videos for flipped classrooms or asynchronous online courses.
- Recording personalized video feedback on student assignments and projects with visual demonstrations.
- Capturing lectures and presentations for students to review at their own pace.
- Demonstrating software workflows, troubleshooting procedures, or complex processes in visual detail.
Key features
What you get
- Screen recording with simultaneous webcam capture enables instructors to record presentations while showing their face for greater engagement.
- Instant video sharing through shareable links eliminates the need for file downloads and allows real-time collaboration.
- Automatic transcription converts recorded audio to text, making content searchable and more accessible to learners.
- Built-in editing tools allow users to trim, crop, and enhance recordings without switching to external software.
Pros & cons
The honest take
What works well
- Extremely user-friendly interface requires minimal technical skills or training to start recording videos immediately.
- Automatic transcription makes videos searchable and more accessible to students with different learning needs.
- Fast and efficient workflow allows teachers to create and share feedback without complicated editing or rendering.
- Seamless integration with popular learning platforms and communication tools streamlines the video sharing process.
Worth knowing
- Free tier has significant limitations including maximum recording length and storage restrictions that push users toward paid plans.
- Advanced editing features are limited compared to dedicated video editing software, requiring external tools for complex production needs.
- Pricing for team and enterprise plans can become expensive for schools or districts with large user bases.
Pricing
What it costs
Loom offers a free tier with basic recording capabilities and paid plans starting at a monthly subscription with unlimited recordings and advanced features for individuals and teams.
Limited recordings, up to 25 minutes per video, and basic sharing features for individual users.
Unlimited recordings, transcriptions, custom branding, and priority support with advanced sharing options.
Team management, workspace organization, advanced analytics, and dedicated support for multiple users.
Best use cases
When to reach for it
Personalized Student Feedback
Teachers can record video feedback on student assignments showing exactly what needs improvement while pointing to specific parts of the work. Students receive immediate, visual guidance that is often more effective than written comments. The video can be shared instantly and repeatedly reviewed.
Asynchronous Course Content
Instructors record lectures, tutorials, and demonstrations for students to watch on their own schedule, enabling flipped classroom models. Automatic transcripts make content searchable and accessible to students who need text alternatives. Videos can be organized into course modules for structured learning.
Remote Office Hours and Tutoring
Teachers and tutors can record quick answer videos to common student questions, building a library of responses that help many learners. Live sessions can also be recorded and shared asynchronously, extending the value of real-time interactions. This is especially useful for one-on-one explanations that other students can also benefit from.
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