Scott Edward Moran, Ph.D.
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On this page, you will find...
Video overviews of tools that can be used
Create a Screencast with Screencast-o-matic
Use Screencast-O-Matic to create simple screencasts. This is literally as simple as signing up for a free account and recording whatever is on your screen. This is more for those who do not have advanced technological skills.
Screencast-o-matic directions-PDF-Click on image above
Use Heyzine to create digital flipbooks. Done through Canva.
Create Posters, Videos, and more with Canva
Canva directions-PDF-Click on image above
Use Canva to create posters, slides, videos, etc. Much of this is drag-and-drop technology, so it is relatively easy to use.
Create Interactive Presentations with Aha Slides
Aha Slides is a free tool that allows for the creation of interactive presentations. This is also a tool for those with average technological skills.
Aha Slides directions-Click on the link above.
Create Interactive Video with Prezi Video
Prezi Video directions-PDF-Click on image above
Prezi video is really cool. Effectively, a person can have his Prezi on screen next to him as his face is shown. The designer can also zoom in to show slides only or click to show his face only. This tool is for someone with fairly good technological skills.
Create a Podcast with Anchor.Fm
Anchor.fm directions-PDF-Click on image above
Anchor.Fm is a website and app that allows for free podcasting. It would be a very good idea to plan out a script before recording. In any respect, your finished product will be uploaded to ITunes and Spotify. This tool is for those with good technological skills.
Create animated videos with Powtoon
Powtoon directions-PDF-Click on the image above.
Powtoon is sort of a tool for creating animated videos. This is a tool for those who have average to above average technological skills.
Wix for Websites
Use Wix to create websites. Drag-and drop elements. Intuitive design.
WeVideo for Video Mash-ups
Use WeVideo to create online video mash-ups, add audio, etc.
Celtix for Writing Scripts
Use Celtix to help you create a script for your multimedia presentation. It's relatively easy to use.
Miro for Affinity Charts and Mind Maps
Metacognition (Reflect on your thinking) with Flip
Flip (formerly known as Flipgrid) is a school-safe app and website that allows users to record video thoughts. Add stickies and other icons to make your video shine. This is a good tool for metacognition.
Flip directions-PDF-Click on image above
Quizalize for Assessment and Gamification
Create a Blog with Edublogs
Use Edublogs for journal entries, metacognition, discussions, and more. It's free, and it is easy to set up!
Edublogs overview PDF
Make Video Interactive with PlayPosit
Use PlayPosit to add interactivity to your instructional videos. Add multiple choice questions, open-ended questions, etc. Set the video so students must respond before viewing the rest of the content.
PlayPosit Directions PDF
