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* Brief description of Web site: A free web-based tool that allows users the ability to publish content to the web instantly. This site gives users a way to the blog publishing process without writing any code or installing any sort of server software or scripts. * Brief explanation of why you found this site to be better than others you found: Besides the fact that this is a free resource, this site is very user friendly. Furthermore, the fact that it is a Google byproduct (purchasing by Google), users can access it through their Google account (if they have one).

This site includes rubrics for cooperative learning, research reports, project base learning, as well as links to many free online testing tools. These resources can be used for essential learning, as they helps teachers understand and develop authentic assessments. I have selected this website because it offers authentic assessments for a variety of subjects and levels.

Google Sites are, first and foremost, versatile. Sites can be created for a variety of purposes, and Google has templates to make creation easy. Once a site is created using a template, it can be completely edited and personalized to fit the needs of the user. One way that Google Sites can be used for authentic assessment is to create portfolios. Since templates allow the user to customize their site, the teacher can create a template for the portfolio that each student could adapt to their own taste. Portfolios created using Google Sites can promote generative processing by encouraging students to organize the information they learned and integrate the new content with prior knowledge as they create authentic products. Google Sites is better than other sites for portfolio creation because it is user friendly and can be used with Google Apps for Education.

A tool for creating videos ~ collaboratively online. This is a very simple and easy to use online platform for video production. It integrates with other Google Apps for Education offerings. Easy to share and build together. It has a full feature video editor, music, and effects. Everything is stored online and all file formats are supported with instant posting and mobile accessibility. A great synchronous and asynchronous tool for multi-media learning. The active engagement required focuses on a cognitive activity. It accomplishes learner-centered learning through knowledge construction (Mayer, 2009, p. 18). Mayer, R. E. (2009). Multimedia learning (2nd ed.). Cambridge, MA: Cambridge University Press.

WeVideo is a video-editing program that allows users to edit based on their experience level. This site was chosen to meet the needs of participants of all expertise. Novices can simply arrange their videos and export, while advanced users can create transitions, composites, titles, and more.

Twitter is a social media site. Using such in the classroom has proven beneficial. As a teacher, I can remind students quickly about homework that is coming due soon or share a picture with them of something we did in class. It really allows a teacher to reach the students where they are. Although, I have learned not to read their tweets (they are sophomores in high school)!

Yammer will be used by the participants to post and share the training video that was made with the company. This allows the appraisers to share information with one other in a private social network. This resource was chosen because it allows us to create a private social network.

This website provided a wide range of information on portfolios, such as the benefits of portfolios as assessment tools; how to create a portfolio along with the types of student work it should include that will provide an authentic assessment.

This website provides links to free electronic portfolio websites and related links that can be used in conjunction with the Authentic Assessment Toolbox website to create an authentic portfolio assessment.

Wikidot.com is a farm of Wiki Sites. It provides users with both free and premium (starting at $5/mo) wiki publishing, collaboration and communication solutions.

Authentic assessment activity

this site provides what purpose the activity is serving (as in its authenticity) and how we should evaluate it with various rubric examples. I like how it points out rules for effectiveness in communicating (by design, orally and in writing) and using a purposeful or appropriate technology for an authentic activity which is a powerful combination that drives a presentation.

This site provides a plethora of webtools where you want to visually tell a story. I like how the tools are categorized based on what or how you want to present your story. It also provides a table of contents to link you to the tool which makes navigating around all of these tools not so overwhelming.

* Mastery Connect allows teachers to assess any content and curriculum, monitor student achievement, and report student mastery to parents and administrators. It provides curriculum maps, multi-standard benchmark assessments, integrated standards-based resources and allows for remediation and re-teaching. * I found Mastery Connect to be better than other authentic assessment activity resources due to the ability to view current mastery status of all students aligned with state and Common Core Standards, and to have built in resources to assist struggling students.

Haiku offers an easy to use LMS for delivery and tracking of scores for feedback, etc.

Adobe has a very high quality line-up which is useful. Drawback is the expense even for educational copies.

What it is: Google Sites provides free websites or wikis for users. These sites can be used for anything from ePortfolios to business websites. Why it's better: Google provides streamline accessibility across all of their services. Therefore navigation is natural to most users. Websites can be created by individuals or groups and collaboration is seamless with Google Drive.

This website utilizes pictures, video or any type of work that can be uploaded to the site by a teacher or a student. Participants are able to provide written, voice or video comments about the posted artifact. This is a collaborative, student-centered site that promotes cognitive processing of information. This artifact represents what Mayer (2009) calls dual coding, including both textual and visual components. The students have the opportunity to respond in a variety of ways to the instruction which promotes higher level thinking skills. I plan to create my own Voice Thread using our own student writing.

VoiceThread allows its users to create a slideshow presentation using images and/or video components. Once the presentation has been designed and ready to share, it can be embedded onto any webpage. This allows for easier access to its users and viewers. This particular online presentation program was much easier to use and access than many of the other programs that I viewed. It also allows for collaboration among classmates and instructors, by permitting others to comment on each photo through text, audio, or video.

VoiceThread is a collaborative tool that allows users to upload media and engage in dialogue. Users can provide commentary on the media that is presented through typing or voice recording. An additional feature of VoiceThread allows users to draw with a pen as a way of highlighting while they are talking. The administrator has options to block participants' responses from each other before revealing all the comments for viewing. This website supports essential and generative learning because participants are given the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to transfer knowledge gained.

This website is a hosting service that allows you to create pages, edit pages and collaborate with people. It provides a wonderful opportunity for students to create projects and get feedback from others. Documents, pictures, graphics and videos can be upload to the site. I chose this site because it was very user friendly with some Office features.

Wikispaces allows users to collaborate online. Features include embedding files and videos, invitations to members, and restrictions for access and editing. Wikis support the principles of generative and essential learning. The collaboration that occurs through the use of a wiki creates an engaging learning environment for participants to process the material they are learning. Wikis are easier to use for collaborative efforts.

o Wikispaces provides a space where learners can collaborate while developing a final product to demonstrate understanding. Pictures, videos, documents, and just about anything can be added to the site. Cognitive processing is at its best with this tool as learners create knowledge together from the material they have studied. o Extremely easy to use especially with the update where the teacher can create a class code to share with students so they can join the class from any wiki account.

Google DOCS is an online site that allows you to edit information online. Documents may include Word, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings and forms. Users have to have a Google Account to use this service. Google Docs allows users to work individually or collaboratively in a group. This is a good benefit to have in education with the use of cooperative learning and project based learning.

The presentation feature of google docs will allow for easy use for my audience. The tool is simple and doesn't come with the overwhelming features of MS Office PowerP Point. Teachers will use this tool to practice developing a short 3-slide story on the first 3 days of school. This tool is also beneficial because, teachers can again collaborate, and share their materials.

Forms can be created with Google docs and used to survey participants before and after the completion of their products

Youtube is a site that gives the user the opportunities to post videos about almost anything online. It is a video sharing website where users can upload and share videos. I chose this as a resource because it has a large resource of information that can be used for teaching purposes. Youtube makes posting and searching for videos simply because it is very easy to use.

What it is: YouTube provides millions of free videos on every topic imaginable. However, in addition to finding videos, YouTubes new video editor allows users to create their own videos as well. Why it's better: YouTube provides a user-friendly interface that most are familiar with. Videos, images, sounds, text, and photos can all be combined to create instant videos that provide prior knowledge to students. All videos under 15 minutes are free. Since YouTube is a part of Google, all items are synced with your Google account. While there are many other free video creation tools available, YouTube truly does provide an easier experience.

YouTube offers users the opportunity to compile their work in the form of a video. One feature of YouTube is the capability of adding closed caption. Videos can be used for essential and generative learning because it provides a platform for learners to authentically demonstrate their understanding of the content.