Create 2 - Explore Web Tools

Create 2 - Explore Web Tools

Next include the following in your blog:

Research - Find five instructional web tools that offer a variety of opportunities for learners.  Link to each web tool considered in your blog.

Answer - What is the intended use for each tool? How might you use each tool in online teaching? How might a student use the tool? Is there a cost associated with the tool?

Five instructional web tools 

1. Prezi http://prezi.com/  - This site allows both teachers and students to create presentations. Users can embed videos and images. This is free. I love prezi!
2. Padlet http://padlet.com/ - This site allows both teachers and students to post thoughts and images. It can be used as a survey in the classroom or online setting. It is free to use.
3. Animoto https://animoto.com/ - Both teachers and students can use this to create short videos. Users can upload images and music. This can be for presentational purposes. It is free to use.
4. Photopeach https://photopeach.com/ - This is one of my favorite sites. It is free to use. Both students and teachers can create video presentations using their own images and music. Users can select music from YouTube. Additionally teachers can use this to create a quiz as a formative assessment. It is free.
5. ToonDoo http://www.toondoo.com/ - This free website allows users to create cartoons. Both students and teachers can use this to create presentations with dialogues or a storyboard. It is easy to use as well as fun and creative.