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a web-based word processor designed for schools that allows pupils and teachers to work together in real-time.

ThingLink is a simple piece of code that users can install on their website or blog. This code allows teachers or students to designate parts of sites or pages (pictures, etc.) that will produce a pop-up with a description and or a link to something else on the web.

"FlipQuiz was created to provide educators with a quick way to create gameshow-style boards for test reviews in the classroom. Traditionally, these are created (tediously) using posterboard, chalkboards, or dry-erase markers on an overhead slide. The review questions are usually even written on a separate sheet of paper. With FlipQuiz, questions are displayed on-screen and boards are saved for later use. Combined with a well-designed board, students are more likely to be interested and stay engaged with an otherwise disjunct test review process."

"Richer than a document, simpler than video, SlideSpeech transforms the way ideas are shared. By reading the speaker notes in your own presentation using the latest text-to-speech technology, SlideSpeech ensures your message comes across loud and clear."

This WebApp provides a simple way to merge PDF files. You can either select the files you want to merge from you computer or drop them on the app using drag and drop. After that use drag and drop to bring the files in the desired order. The resulting merged PDF file will contain all Documents in the order as they appear on the screen. When done, press merge to initiate merging.

What I can do with DebateGraph...? 1. Facilitate group dialogue - and augment individual intelligence 2. Clarify a key argument 3. Deliberate together, decide, and manage the tasks arising 4. Collaborative learning and teaching 5. Conference reporting and engagement

"Mentimeter allows you to use mobile phones or tablets to vote on any question you specify. Our vision is to improve the meeting between a presenter and an audience."

"Want to Make Your Own Set of Flashcards? Step 1: Modify the Google Spreadsheet Template Copy this template into your Gmail or Google Apps account. Enter as many terms as you want. Name your set of flashcards by changing the name of the worksheet (at the bottom)."

"The easiest way to caption and translate any video. The most powerful and flexible subtitling platform in the world."

The Buck Institute is a national leader in Project-Based Learning. There are a number of great rubrics on the website that assess 21st Century Skills (collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creative thinking, problem solving, and citizenship). As we look for projects to assess students' 21st Century Skills, this resource is a one-stop-shop for those rubrics.

"Last year my students designed infographics for the first time. I enjoyed the process and the products. It was a fun strategy to teach my students crucial research skills while encouraging them to think creatively about how to visually communicate information. This year I was literally blown away by the work my students did on their infographics. I wanted to share my process and examples of student work to help support other teachers."

"Build better video lessons, together Find a video and make it yours" Crop YouTube, Khan Academy videos, explain the video with your voice including audio notes for clarification, introduction, etc., and add a quiz/check for understanding at the end.

"Simple: Whether you're uploading, sharing, or viewing files, everything is just a click away! Smart: Folders are automatically named based on the number and types of files uploaded. Powerful: View photos, videos, documents, presentations, spreadsheets, books, audios, fonts, codes & more, online." 100 MB maximum file size; can transfer 2 GB per share

Services like CK-12 make it easy for teachers to assemble their own textbooks. Content is mapped to a variety of levels and standards including common core. You can start from scratch or build from anything the the FlexBooks library.

"How it Works 1. Create an Assignment; 2. Create an Assignment; 3. Assign to Students; 4. Receive Live Results; 5. Give Feedback Formative runs on any internet connected device and is optimized for any 1:1, BYOD, flipped or blended classroom."

This is a good tool to make book trailers and short movies.