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started by Gary Allen on 08 Oct 11
  • Gary Allen
     
    WEBSITES FOR CREATING MULTIMEDIA

    PRETRAINING
    Site Name:
    Wordle

    Site URL:
    http://www.wordle.net/create

    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    This site is easy to use---the learner keys in text and clicks go-----diagram is generated immediately. I can tweak the font, layout, and color schemes. I can create word clouds for pre-training exercises. Due to the simplicity of its features, this site could be used for essential learning.

    Why I chose this site
    I found this site helpful because it creates better products----better features such as templates-sounds and easy to access.

    Site Name:
    TagCrowd

    Site URL:
    http://tagcrowd.com/

    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    This site can be used to create word clouds for students to reflect on their work. The features are very simple; the cloud can be created in a matter of seconds.

    Why I chose this site
    I chose this site for its simplicity because it is very easy to maneuver through this site.

    GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
    Site Name: Ed Helper

    Site URL:
    http://edhelper.com/teachers/graphic_organizers.htm

    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    This site presents graphic organizers by categories; therefore, I can easily locate the type I need. I can download or print the organizers. This site promotes essential learning.
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    Why I chose this site
    I chose this site because of its organizational features. I don't have to spend a lot of time searching for what I need.

    Site Name:
    Holt Interactive Graphic Organizers

    Site URL:
    http://my.hrw.com/nsmedia/intgos/html/igo.htm

    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    The graphic organizers are pre-designed; just click and select a design for any instructional plan. The designs are applicable to any age group. This site promotes s essential and generative learning because it is easy to use and promotes engagement due to a variety of designs.

    Why I chose this site
    I chose this site because I don't have to create a graphic organizer. The site is easy to use.

    PRESENTATION
    Learners can import PowerPoint Presentations. Very easy to maneuver through this package and learners can access a free trial.
    www.Sliderocket.com
    Site Name:
    SlideRocket

    Site URL:
    www.Sliderocket.com

    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    This site provides an interactive tutorial to introduce the site's features and capabilities. Learners can import PowerPoint presentations. The site promotes essential learning because the features are simple to use and the appearance promotes generative processing because the tutorial is fun. I did not want to leave the site.

    Why I chose this site
    The templates and colors are awesome. The features are easy to use.

    Site Name:
    Slide effects

    Site URL:
    http://www.slide-effect.com/?gclid=CO2kvruL_6kCFcPs7QodYGuC0w
    Features/Purpose/capabilities
    The tutorial promotes generative processing because the learner is engaged and follows the narrator to learn how the process works. The learner can incorporate movies, pictures, animation and publish to web as well as generate CD/DVDs. The site includes customized fonts and special effects.
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    Why I chose this site
    The site has added features that some of the others do not include-such as a tutorial to help the learner get started.

    AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY
    Site Name
    Teacher Tube
    Site URL
    www.Teachertube.com
    Features/Purpose/Capabilities
    This site allows me to upload videos, browse categories. Site is user-friendly with easy -to- read instructions. Site is free to educators. Site promotes essential learning because of its simplicity.
    Why I chose this site
    This site requires very little effort and time to upload videos and photos. Provides resources in addition to uploading videos

    Site Name
    School tube
    Site URL
    http://www2.schooltube.com/Educators.aspx
    Features/Purpose/Capabilities
    This site presents "how to" tutorials on numerous subjects. This site promotes essential learning because the features are easy to locate and use. The site promotes generative learning because there are so many videos to watch while I learn from others.

    Why I chose this site
    I chose this site because there are so many excellent features such as resources, technology, lessons, and video productions.

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