Learning Tools

Robin Good: Loopster is a web-based free video editor which allows you to easily upload, edit, share and download your favorite video clips.

The service utilizes a traditional timeline and offers the option to edit individual clips by trimming their start and ending point, to add text captions and overlay titles, transitions, and audio effects and a soundtrack.

The final edited clip can be downloaded in .MPG format or shared directly on anyone of the major social networks.

The service is free to use.

FAQ: http://www.loopster.com/faqs/

More info: http://www.loopster.com/

(A big thank you to Giuseppe Mauriello who kindly discovered it and suggested it)

Wixie is the award winning online authoring tool students can use to construct knowledge and communicate ideas. Today’s learners need a tool that is accessible whenever and wherever they are ready to learn! Students can use Wixie’s paint tools, text options, clip art, and voice recording to develop online storybooks, curriculum projects, and so much more.

- Wixie is a great tool for self-expression
Combining artwork with text and voice recording makes Wixie the perfect canvas for today’s digital learners.

- Wixie motivates a wide range of learners
Wixie helps all students produce high-level work, providing a sense of pride in their abilities and fostering the determination to achieve.

- Wixie helps students learn
Creating with technology encourages thinking, creativity, and communication skills.

- Wixie helps students develop collaboration skills
Wixie supports team-building and organization skills through real-time collaborative projects.

- Wixie supports strong school-to-home connections
Everything created in Wixie is stored in the cloud and can be shared as easily as sending a URL by email.

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