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27 August 2014

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Tagxedo can be used to turn words, famous speeches, news articles, slogans etc. into a visually stunning word cloud. Words are individually sized to highlight the frequencies of occurrence within the body of text. Tagxedo Basic Directions written | video

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ThingLink

11 June 2014

Description: This tool will allow you to create an interactive image to represent a topic or concept. On this image you will add “tags” or “hot spots” for linked video, images, sites and any text you would like to include. This tool address the TIPC components Creativity & Innovation and has the potential to address Research […]

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Speechable

24 April 2014

Description: Speechable is a website you can use to add speech bubbles, text, and doodles to any picture. Directions Downloads: Click on the link below to download step by step directions for using this program. Speechable step-by-step instructions Additional Online Support: Speechable has a help section with some great instructions as well! Speechable Help Section

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Blabberize

24 April 2014

Description: Blabberize is a website you can use to upload pictures and make them come to life as your character talks. Before beginning, it is recommended that you find a photo of a character that you would like to speak and download it to your computer. Find something with a visible mouth for the best effect. […]

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Infogr.am

03 April 2014

Description: Infogr.am is a web-based infographic tool. Users can incorporate text, charts, videos, and images. It is easy to use. Users can sign in with Google accounts and share infographics via a URL. Directions Downloads: Click on the link below to download step by step directions for using this program. Infogr.am step-by-step instructions Additional Online Support: […]

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Powtoon

28 March 2014

Description: PowToon allows you to create animated videos and presentations. There are lots of tools available to create interactive presentations as well as several examples. Directions Downloads: Click on the link below to download step by step directions for using this program. PowToon Step-by-Step Instructions Thanks to C. Ligon for these directions! Additional Online Support: PowToon […]

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Smore

28 March 2014

Description: Smore.com is a web-based flyer tool that allows users to add content like text, links, videos, and images. There are a variety of design options. Directions Downloads: Click on the link below to download step by step directions for using this program. Smore Step-by-Step Instructions Thanks to C. Rayburn and C. Ligon for these directions! […]

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