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October 15, 2013 1:05 AM
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22 iPad Alternatives to the Book Report.

22 iPad Alternatives to the Book Report. | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From ipadders.eu - February 25, 2013 5:57 PM
Tweet Tweet  Upon hearing that they will have to read another book students usually roll their eyes and moan in disagreement. So to make the reading process more fun for them we let them chose...

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Aimed more at high school students, nevertheless, useful ideas for kids to create more than the traditional book report, using iPads. 

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Monika Macias's curator insight, October 14, 2013 9:29 AM

Making project-based learning  more real.
Anica Petkoska's curator insight, December 28, 2013 11:18 PM

 Tweet Tweet  Upon hearing that they will have to read another book students usually roll their eyes and moan in disagreement. So to make the reading process more fun for them we let them chose...
Trisha Collins's curator insight, June 19, 2014 7:47 PM

Upon hearing that they will have to read another book students usually roll their eyes and moan in disagreement. So to make the reading process more fun for them we let them chose their own book and their own creative assignment.

 
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October 13, 2013 6:07 PM
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9 tools for creating great animations

9 tools for creating great animations | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.creativebloq.com - October 10, 2013 5:24 PM

Creating animations has always been considered as one of the most complex aspects of graphic design that requires specific software and technological expertise. It is a time-intensive activity that requires heavy software and high speed computers.

However, over the past few years, the emergence of different online presentation and animation tools have simplified the process of creating animations...


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Willemijn Schmitz's curator insight, October 13, 2013 7:29 AM

Volgens mij wordt HTML5 de nieuwe norm.
Raza Khan's curator insight, March 17, 2014 11:53 PM

Found some really interesting tools, that I think will come handy for assignment 2
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October 9, 2013 11:44 PM
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27 Presentation Tips For Students And Teachers

27 Presentation Tips For Students And Teachers | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.edudemic.com - July 15, 2013 6:33 AM
In an effort to help you become the next Steve Jobs of presenting, here are more than two dozen different presentation tips.

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Great tips for kids and adults. 

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Janell Marmon's comment, August 13, 2013 5:03 AM
A colleague shared a ppt yesterday from a professional organization that was a non-example. The importance to teaching and re-teaching this is essential.
Alfredo Corell's curator insight, September 22, 2013 2:37 PM

A simple and useful tips-guide (infographic) for your students to present.
Jazmin Reyes's curator insight, February 13, 2014 2:45 AM

Everyone is afraid of getting up on stage and giving a speech or what ever they need to do in front of an audience. These kind of tips are helpful in every way possible especially when someone is nervous. Knowing that we need to just breathe is an important thing. These skills can allow us to get better in our presentations.
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October 3, 2013 7:42 PM
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The Book Chook: Online Poster Makers

The Book Chook: Online Poster Makers | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.thebookchook.com - October 3, 2013 7:42 PM
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Various websites that allow us to make digital posters. 

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September 29, 2013 2:14 AM
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Additional Themes For iBooks Author Get Rid Of The Textbook Look | Cult of Mac

Additional Themes For iBooks Author Get Rid Of The Textbook Look | Cult of Mac | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.cultofmac.com - April 18, 2012 11:55 PM
Cult of Mac Mobile » Additional Themes For iBooks Author Get Rid Of The Textbook Look http://t.co/Gxue5GjN...

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Azuleia's comment, January 8, 2013 3:57 AM
Great post. Ibooks Author is an awesome software and here you can find for free some iBooks Author Templates :

http://www.ibookauthortemplates.net
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September 19, 2013 4:31 PM
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The Book Chook: Let's Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day 2013

The Book Chook: Let's Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day 2013 | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.thebookchook.com - September 19, 2013 4:31 PM
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Resources and ideas for Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19. 

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July 22, 2013 6:52 AM
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How To Self-Publish A Bestseller: Publishing 3.0 | TechCrunch

How To Self-Publish A Bestseller: Publishing 3.0 | TechCrunch | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From techcrunch.com - July 22, 2013 6:52 AM
Every entrepreneur should self-publish a book, because self-publishing is the new business card. If you want to stand out in a world of content, you need to underline your expertise. Publishing a book is not just putting your thoughts on a blog post.
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Some interesting points about professional self-publishing. 

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July 18, 2013 5:24 PM
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How interactive technology is transforming storytelling

How interactive technology is transforming storytelling | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.guardian.co.uk - July 15, 2013 2:22 PM

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Deborah Banker's curator insight, July 16, 2013 9:37 AM

Although I am not a fan of Zombies, this is a pretty interesting read.
Jeni Mawter's curator insight, July 16, 2013 10:44 PM

With a considerable (and thankful) push from the Gaming industry ...
Ryan Burwell's curator insight, July 19, 2013 11:42 AM

Video game control, GPS tracking, and a zombie themed storyline combine to create a new way of participating in narrative.
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June 28, 2013 2:31 PM
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StoryMaker - BETA - Android Apps on Google Play

StoryMaker - BETA - Android Apps on Google Play | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From play.google.com - June 28, 2013 2:31 PM
StoryMaker is an open source app that enables existing and aspiring journalists all over the world to produce and publish professional-grade news with their Android phone, as safely and securely as possible. It provides an interactive training guide, walkthroughs, and templates for users to follow as they plan their piece and capture media. The app then helps assemble the content into a finished format, with cuts and basic graphics.
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In Beta, free, drag and drop editing for photo, audio, video stories. 

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May 31, 2013 1:36 PM
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8 Steps To Great Digital Storytelling - Edudemic

8 Steps To Great Digital Storytelling - Edudemic | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.edudemic.com - May 31, 2013 1:36 PM
Consider Digital Storytelling as the 21st Century version of the age-old art of storytelling with a twist: digital tools now make it possible for anyone to create a story and share it with the world.
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Teases out the digital storytelling process, with links to useful resources. 

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AnnaB's curator insight, June 2, 2013 6:50 AM

add your insight...

 

 
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April 27, 2013 7:17 PM
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Movenote - video presentation creator

Movenote - video presentation creator | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From movenote.tumblr.com - April 26, 2013 3:55 PM

The Movenote app lets you record video alongside documents or pictures to create an integrated video presentation with slides.   

Creating presentations is easy and fast. Simply record video with your device and swipe to synchronize the slides to the video. Presentations are shared by sending a link to the recipient and can be viewed without the app.


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Ness Crouch's curator insight, May 14, 2013 4:29 PM

This is a great tool. I've downloaded it to my Samsung tablet can't wait to put it to good use!

 
Domitilla Enders's curator insight, May 16, 2013 8:35 AM

Great tool to mix it up in the classroom
Viljenka Savli (http://www2.arnes.si/~sopvsavl/)'s comment, June 24, 2013 3:42 AM
thanks for the scoop, super tool to ork creatively in the classroom
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April 24, 2013 7:57 PM
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Free PDF, Using Comic Editors with Kids

Free PDF, Using Comic Editors with Kids | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From susanstephenson.com.au - April 24, 2013 7:57 PM
I love what comics can do for kids. I’ve seen reluctant readers introduced to the joy of books by way of comics. I watched a teen develop an abiding interest
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The why and the how of using comic editors with kids. 

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Aulde de Barbuat's curator insight, April 25, 2013 8:26 AM

Excellent Thanks. Besides story telling, learners could make their own comics of any dialogue or story, record the dialog (previously rehearsed) . And then make a film or powerpoint to post on a blog. What device might be helpful to do that.
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April 16, 2013 5:22 AM
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DIY

From diy.org - April 16, 2013 5:22 AM
Share what you make with the world.
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DIY is a website where kids can earn badges in a range of creative and practical activities. 

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October 13, 2013 7:34 PM
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9 tools for creating great animations | Animation | Creative Bloq

9 tools for creating great animations | Animation | Creative Bloq | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.creativebloq.com - October 13, 2013 7:34 PM
These web-based applications will have you creating animations in no time.
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Several animation tools

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October 11, 2013 8:06 PM
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Padlet - Paper for the Web

Padlet - Paper for the Web | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From padlet.com - April 28, 2013 3:06 PM
The simplest way to create. From any device, with anyone.

We give you a blank wall.
You put anything you want on it, anywhere.
Simple, yet powerful.

 

 


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Much improved version Wallwisher.
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Daniel Jimenez Zulic's curator insight, August 3, 2013 11:59 AM

Un lienzo en blanco para hacer lo que se quiera. Lluvia de Ideas, programacion horaria, reunir materiales para compartir y organizar, etc.

Muy bueno, y permte la colaboracion.
Andreas Wåhlström's curator insight, August 13, 2013 8:55 AM

Mycket bra tjånst för eleverna att samarbeta och vara kreativa i
Omar Sheikh's curator insight, May 31, 2015 5:37 AM

An excellent tool for teachers to share ideas with students in an interactive way. Good for starting discussion and promoting thoughts and ideas around a particular topic.
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October 8, 2013 8:02 PM
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Moovly - Create Animated Content like a Pro

Moovly - Create Animated Content like a Pro | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.moovly.com - October 8, 2013 3:05 AM
Moovly is an online tool that allows you to create animated videos, tutorials, explainers, presentations, infographics, video clips, display ads or e-cards.

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Gust MEES's curator insight, February 24, 2015 4:39 AM

Moovly is an online tool that allows you to create animated videos, tutorials, explainers, presentations, infographics, video clips, display ads or e-cards.
Atika MOKHFI's curator insight, February 25, 2015 2:55 AM

Moovly semble intéressant et facile à utiliser pour la création de vidéos en ligne, mais personnellement je ne l'ai pas encore  testé...

Une version Free est disponible.

Moovly propose aussi une license "Education" : Ready to use Moovly for your educational projects or in your classroom? We offer educational licenses at a discount for individuals and groups.
Valérie Bardot's curator insight, February 28, 2015 1:32 PM

Moovly, un outil qui a de multiples applications en ingénierie pédagogique (vidéos,, tutoriels..)
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September 30, 2013 2:17 AM
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Five-Minute Film Festival: Vine and Instagram Video in the Classroom

Five-Minute Film Festival: Vine and Instagram Video in the Classroom | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.edutopia.org - September 30, 2013 2:17 AM
Can seconds-long Vine and Instagram videos be used as teaching tools? According to a number of educators online, the answer is a resounding yes!
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Both Vine and Instagram are being used in educational contexts. Great exmples here. 

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September 29, 2013 2:12 AM
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Bookry – Welcome | Interactive widgets, reader analytics & templates that work with iBooks Author

Bookry – Welcome | Interactive widgets, reader analytics & templates that work with iBooks Author | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From bookry.com - January 17, 2013 10:28 AM
我的 iBooks Author 和 iTunes U 的好朋友- 製作互動教材，Drag and Drop, Timeline, Spot the difference, Puzzle, 360 Panorama... 還... http://t.co/OnuLiZvh

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teacher1stop.com's curator insight, February 21, 2013 12:44 PM

Not a clue if it will work, but will try it soon!
Carey Leahy's curator insight, September 29, 2013 6:05 AM

An app to try!
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August 31, 2013 7:23 PM
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Animoby ℠ – Create User-Friendly Presentations

From itunes.apple.com - August 31, 2013 7:08 PM
Get Animoby ℠ – Create User-Friendly Presentations on the App Store. See screenshots and ratings, and read customer reviews.
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Viljenka Savli (http://www2.arnes.si/~sopvsavl/)'s comment, September 2, 2013 2:04 AM
Thanks for this input.
Viljenka Savli (http://www2.arnes.si/~sopvsavl/)'s comment, September 2, 2013 2:04 AM
Thanks for this input.
Viljenka Savli (http://www2.arnes.si/~sopvsavl/)'s curator insight, September 2, 2013 2:06 AM

Another app for creative way of presentations.
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July 21, 2013 12:31 AM
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15 More Apps To Create Books On The iPad - TeachThought

15 More Apps To Create Books On The iPad - TeachThought | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.teachthought.com - July 18, 2013 9:50 AM

"Creating books on the iPad doesn’t seem like the first thing you might do with one of the popular little tablets, but it’s really quite capable of doing so provided you’re not trying to write the next great novel."


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Tamra Dollar's curator insight, July 18, 2013 3:21 PM

This is my new tech tool kit for my creative writing class.
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July 1, 2013 5:45 PM
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700 iPad Lessons Pinned HERE!!!

700 iPad Lessons Pinned HERE!!! | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From pinterest.com - January 14, 2013 12:50 PM
If you would like more iPad resources, visit my blog www.techchef4u.com, download the TechChef4u app, or find all things TechChef4u at www.kimtag.com/techchef4u.
Also check out the new TechChef4u FB!
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TechChef4u is definitely one of the better sites for discovering iPad apps - not just a list of apps with cursory descriptions, but LOTS of applications and explanations. 

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Jerry Busone's curator insight, January 4, 2014 8:58 AM

Looking for innovative ways to use your iPad...check this out
Javier Antonio Bellina's curator insight, March 6, 2014 7:06 AM

iPad para todo el mundo ...
Nicole Sprainger's curator insight, May 18, 2014 7:15 AM

Interesting Resource for iLearn
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June 16, 2013 5:30 PM
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Pixntell - Create Beautiful Slideshows on Your iPhone or iPad

Pixntell - Create Beautiful Slideshows on Your iPhone or iPad | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From pixntell.com - June 15, 2013 8:07 AM

Pixntell adds your voice to your pictures and creates a personalized video you can share on Dropbox, Facebook, YouTube, FocusTrain or email.

 

Features:

● Simple and easy to use
● (NEW) upload videos directly to Dropbox with auto email link.
● Upload videos directly to Facebook
● Upload videos directly to YouTube with auto email link
● Intuitive controls similar to top selling apps
● Creates .m4v movies out of your voice and pictures
● Create a great time capsule


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Super simple and great sharing opportunities.

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Rebecca Zullo, M.Ed's curator insight, June 16, 2013 7:54 AM

I watched the short video and I am definitely going to get this app for my ipad. What an easy and fun way to create slideshows. If students take photos of their work it could be used as a digital portfolio.
Stephan Hughes's curator insight, June 17, 2013 10:08 PM

Looks like a great tool - I hope there is an Android version of it. 
Mrs. Howard's curator insight, June 19, 2013 9:18 AM

How could I use this to teach?
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May 24, 2013 1:52 AM
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The Book Chook: Make a Video with Kids at Pixorial

The Book Chook: Make a Video with Kids at Pixorial | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.thebookchook.com - May 24, 2013 1:52 AM
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Making a video with your kids is a great way to have them learn digital literacy skills. Pixorial is an onine editor that really encourages this. 

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April 26, 2013 8:04 PM
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Zeega

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From zeega.com - April 26, 2013 8:04 PM
Zeega is a community of makers passionate about creating immersive experiences that combine original content with media from across the web.
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Sounds an interesting way to combine and share media. 

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April 21, 2013 3:00 AM
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Make your own eBooks with Inkling's free digital publishing kit - ITProPortal

Make your own eBooks with Inkling's free digital publishing kit - ITProPortal | Create and Communicate | Scoop.it
From www.itproportal.com - February 13, 2013 4:15 AM
ITProPortal Make your own eBooks with Inkling's free digital publishing kit ITProPortal San Francisco eBook publishing startup Inkling has released a new set of collaborative online digital publishing tools to try and coax book publishers to fully...

Via Mark Gleeson, Emily Curnew
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Worth a look 

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