Web 2.0 Wednesday! EtherPad

Today we will look at a tool I discovered at the 2011 NJAET conference. I attended a session by Kevin Jarrett titled, "Do-It-Yourself Professional Development: Building your Personal Learning Network (PLN). (Great session, by the way, and you can check out the WIKI for the session at diy-pd.wikispaces.com Connect with Kevin on Twitter @kjarrett )

During his session, we were all able to collaborate real time using this web 2.0 tool called EtherPad. This free web based word processor tool allowed us to collaborate in real time - with any changes / additions instantly sent to all our screens! Very cool tool - think about the possibility for projects.

The tool provides many of the features you would expect from a word processor: text editing features, bullets, etc. But the best feature (my opinion, of course!) is the ability to assign a color to each contributor. That way we can track participants responses and contributions to the document.

Overall a great tool - and one I plan on using extensively during some upcoming presentations.

Click HERE to see the document that we used during the NJAET session.

Enjoy!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Voki

As part of our Web 2.0 Wednesday series, today we will highlight another webinar presented by our friends at Region 4 ESC in Texas.

Today's episode of 1001 Super Tools for Teachers focuses on VOKI.

Listen to the recorded webinar by clicking HERE.

Download the handout by clicking HERE.


Don't forget to sign up for the next live webinar on Kerpoof.
October 25th @ 11:45 AM

Here is the link: http://www.esc4.net/udl

The Webinar is FREE so sign up today!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Livebinders

As part of our Web 2.0 Wednesday series, today we will highlight another webinar presented by our friends at Region 4 ESC in Texas.

Today's episode of 1001 Super Tools for Teachers focuses on Livebinders.

Listen to the recorded webinar by clicking HERE.

Download the handout by clicking HERE.


Don't forget to sign up for the live webinar today on Kerpoof.
October 26th @ 11:45 AM

Here is the link: http://www.esc4.net/udl

The Webinar is FREE so sign up today!

To The Cloud: Web 2.0 in the Classroom

Today I presented a session at the annual NJAET (New Jersey Association for Education Technology) conference entitled, "To The Cloud: Web 2.0 Tools in the Classroom".


The response was great (thanks to everyone in the session!) and for everyone who couldn't be there- follow the link below to my WIKI page to see what we covered.

To The Cloud: Web 2.0 Tools in the Classroom WIKI

The conference was well attended and there were some great sessions on Web 2.0 tools and iPads in Education. If you get a chance to attend in the future - don't miss it!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Tarheel Reader

As part of our Web 2.0 Wednesday series, today we will highlight another webinar presented by our friends at Region 4 ESC in Texas.

Today's episode of 1001 Super Tools for Teachers focuses on Tarheel Reader and PowerPoint.

Listen to the recorded webinar by clicking HERE.

Download the handout by clicking HERE.


Don't forget to sign up for the live webinar today on Kerpoof.
October 26th @ 11:45 AM

Here is the link: http://www.esc4.net/udl

The Webinar is FREE so sign up today!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Glogster

As part of our Web 2.0 Wednesday series, today we will highlight another webinar presented by our friends at Region 4 ESC in Texas.

Today's episode of 1001 Super Tools for Teachers focuses on Glogster.

Listen to the recorded webinar by clicking HERE.

Download the handout by clicking HERE.


Finally, are you in the New Jersey area and want to experience some of these Web 2.0 tools in action! Then you should join NJCART on October 6, 2011 from 12PM to 3PM at the Middlesex ETTC for our meeting: "To the Cloud: Web 2.0 Tools in the Classroom"

For more info on NJCART visit the website at www.njcart.org

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Voice Thread

As part of our Web 2.0 Wednesday series, today we will highlight another webinar presented by our friends at Region 4 ESC in Texas.

Today's episode of 1001 Super Tools for Teachers focuses on Voice Thread.

Listen to the recorded webinar by clicking HERE.

Download the handout by clicking HERE.


Don't forget to sign up for the live webinar today on Voki.

September 14, 11:45-12:00 is our next Super Tools webinar.

We will be sharing Voki: what it is and how to use it.

This is going to be fun. Hope to see you there.

Here is the link: http://www.esc4.net/udl

The Webinar is FREE so sign up today!

Finally, are you in the New Jersey area and want to experience some of these Web 2.0 tools in action! Then you should join NJCART on October 6, 2011 from 12PM to 3PM at the Middlesex ETTC for our meeting: "To the Cloud: Web 2.0 Tools in the Classroom"

For more info on NJCART visit the website at www.njcart.org

FREE Webinar - 1001 Super Tools for Teachers

Join the staff from Region 4 Education Service Center in Texas for the next installment of their 1001 Super Tools for Teachers Webinar.

Here is the announcement:

Put it on your calendars! September 14, 11:45-12:00 is our next Super Tools webinar.

We will be sharing Voki: what it is and how to use it.

This is going to be fun. Hope to see you there.

Here is the link: http://www.esc4.net/udl

The Webinar is FREE so sign up today!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! GripNote

With the summer winding down (sorry to remind everyone!) - students will be returning to school. For students in college who struggle with taking notes - here is a new service that may provide some support.

GripNote is a website where students can buy and sell notes for their classes!

Interesting idea.
Here's how it works....... students who want to sell their notes create a free account then they are able to create an online profile and set the price for their notes.

Click HERE for an example of notes taken by a Stanford University student in the Psychology 45: Learning and Memory course. The cost for these notes is $10.

What do you think about this service? Leave a comment below.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! LinkPocket

Are you looking for an easy way to collect URLs while you are on line? Do you want to share those links with someone else? Then you should try LinkPocket

Simply create an account and now you have the ability to copy/paste any link into the website. Now, you are able to see your links and click on them.

Looking for a way to make this more interactive? Give your user name to classmates, colleagues, etc and they will all be able to see the links you have collected. They can click on them to visit the websites, but will not be able to edit them.

Try it out and let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! FlipSnack

Have you ever wanted to take your personal files and convert them into a flip book? This converted electronic file can then be inserted into your webpage as a flash widget.

Click HERE to check out an example.




Do you have a WEB 2.0 tool that you use? Write about it and be a guest contributor to our blog!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Note Card App

Are you looking for a simple way to create note cards for studying? Then you should try Note Card App.

Simply sign up for a free account and you are on your way to creating note card "piles".

Click Create and start entering your questions and answers.

When you are done, Click on "My Piles" and you will be able to select the cards you want to study from.

You can choose to review your cards in order or randomize them to really make sure you know the information!

Try it out and let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! 5 Google Docs Tips

Do you use Google Docs for easy access to your documents wherever you are? Do you want 5 Tips to make this process even better?

Then check out this post from the Webware blog at C/NET.

5 Google Docs Tips

Enjoy!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Find Ebookee

Are you looking for a quick way to search for electronic documents on the Internet? Why not try Find Ebookee



This website has a search engine that locates electronic reading materials from around the Internet. Some of the file types you can search for include:

• PDF
• DOC
• XLS
• RTF
• DOCX
• PPT
  
• PPTX

According to the website, Find Ebookee is:

....... a free search engine that provides an option to search for and download various PDF&DOC documents, data sheets etc. We don't host any files. Our crawlers harvested a huge database files through different open Internet resources such as blogs, forums, BBS and others. This database is regularly checked for file validity so now you can search within more than three million of live PDF&DOC&XLS and etc. Today we have 28 000 000 document files in our search database and approximately 100 000 files are added daily.

Try it out and leave a comment below.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Switchr Audio Converter

Are you looking for a quick, web based tool that allows you to convert audio files? Then you should try Switchr.

This site allows you to take any audio file on your computer and convert it to one of the following file types:

• WMA
• MP3
• AAC
• AIF
• AU
• FLAC
• M4A
• OGG
• WAV
• and - iPhone Ringtones!

Simply select your file from your computer, choose your output file type, enter your email address and away you go! The upload limit is 100 MB.

Once your file is converted, an email will be sent to you with a download link.

Do you have a favorite web tool? Let us know about it! Maybe you can even be a guest contributor.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! i2Type

Have you been looking for a web based on screen keyboard that let's you type in different languages? Well then you need to try i2Type!







Some of the features include:

• Support for all world languages
• Ability to use quick launch buttons to post directly to Twitter, Facebook or search Google, You Tube or Flicker
• Save your typed text or copy to the Clipboard to paste into another application
• Supports both mouse access and keyboard access to select keys.

Give it a try and let us know what you think

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Strike App

Are you looking for a fun way to check items off a to do list? Then you should try Strike App!


Once you add the items for your list - you are provided with a weblink.

Simply send that link in an email or point your browser to this address to access your list.

Do you want to try it? Check out this simple list I created

http://strikeapp.com/#ds2lfvzd

Nice and simple - plus, you don't need to register or create a sign-in.

Very easy to use! Try it out and let us know what you think.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! File Jumbo

Are you looking for a space on-line to store your files so you can access them from any computer? Then you should try File Jumbo





Once you create a FREE account - you have access to 10 GB of storage space. No software to download, no download limits, unlimited bandwidth, upload limit of 1 GB per file, ability to share your files with anyone.

Try it today!

Web 2.0 Wednesday! PodFreaks

Have you been looking for a place to browse for video content on the web? Well.....then check out PodFreaks. This website collects video podcasts (vodcasts) from around the web and provides you with the ability to search this content.

You can browse the categories - with everything from food to gadgets to tutorials. Or, just enter your term in the search bar.

Check it out and let us know what you think.

Web 2.0 Wednesday! Fotopedia

Have you ever wanted to use a picture based encyclopedia? Then you should try Fotopedia

What is it? Think of Wikipedia but with pictures.

According to the website, the companies mission is to:

Fotopedia is breathing new life into photos by building a photo encyclopedia that lets photographers and photo enthusiasts collaborate and enrich images to be useful for the whole world wide web.

Articles are created and modified by all the users. You can also embed the widget into your own blog. DO you want an example?

Check out this fotopedia of the bald eagle.

Bald Eagle on Fotopedia