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Mind Mapping
- CoggleThis easy-to-use mind-mapping software requires a Google account to login, but it is completely free and allows for flexibility. No downloading required.
- FreeMindFree mind mapping software written in Java.
- MindMap (Chrome extension)If your preferred browser is Google Chrome, then MindMap may be a useful extension to add, especially if you do a lot of brainstorming and project management. First of all, it comes at a stellar price: free, the best price of all! MindMap offers cloud support via Google Drive, DropBox, and Box, and works offline, so you can work on mind maps anywhere, and share them with whoever you want.
- PoppletPopplet describes itself as “super simple, super smart, and super fun,” and it’s hard to argue with that. Boasting a responsive interface and colorful graphics, Popplet is easy to use and easy to look at, whether you’re using it on the web for free, or as an iOS app ($4.99).
- SpiderScribeSpiderScribe is an online mind mapping and brainstorming tool. It lets you organize your ideas by connecting notes, files, calendar events, etc. in free-form maps. You can collaborate and share those maps online.
- XMindXMind is an open-source application, it’s super versatile, and it's easy to tinker with. Besides mind maps, it comes equipped with numerous other ways to organize and clarify your thoughts, including matrices, and fishbone charts. Download it for free.
- PreziWhile it might not be the first thing you think of when you think of "mind mapping," Prezi can indeed be set up as a mind-mapping software using some of its built-in designs.
FEATURED TOOL
Credly is an easy-to-use program for creating and sharing badges. Badges are a creative way to highlight skills and knowledge students have acquired. This gamification element has been used by a variety of companies and institutions to publicly acknowledge the success of employees, students, and participants. Find out more about badges and gamification on the Game-Based Learning page. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dusty Folds.
Digital Learning Resources
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- A Guide to Digital HumanitiesCreated by the Center for Scholarly Communication & Digital Curation at Northwest University, this site provides insight into the field of Digital Humanities. The "Tools & Resources" page contains a list of digital tools to enhance your teaching and learning experience.
- dh+libThis site "aims to provide a communal space where librarians, archivists, LIS graduate students, and information specialists of all stripes can contribute to a conversation about digital humanities and libraries." -About page
- Digital Public Library of AmericaImages, text, video, and sounds from across the U.S.
- DiRT: Digital Research Tools"The DiRT Directory is a registry of digital research tools for scholarly use. DiRT makes it easy for digital humanists and others conducting digital research to find and compare resources ranging from content management systems to music OCR, and statistical analysis packages to mindmapping software."
- edshelf"A discovery engine of websites, mobile apps, desktop programs, and electronic products for teaching and learning." -Homepage
- Registry of Digital Humanities and Libraries SitesACRL's attempt to compile a complete list of institutions that offer Digital Humanities or Digital Scholarship support at their libraries.
- TAPoR: Text Analysis Portal for ResearchThis text analysis and retrieval pool links to several resources that can help you manipulate and analyze text as well as make your text more visually appealing.
Create Digital Learning Objects
- FlickrImage and video hosting website where you can share pictures and videos.
- Infogr.amCreate infographics to make your information more visually appealing. This program is similar to Timeline JS.
- Poll EverywhereEmbed your interactive realtime poll.
- PreziA new take on PowerPoint presentations. This software has overtaken PowerPoint in many businesses and industries, including education.
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Pinterest Ideas for Digital Learning
The following Pinterest boards provide ideas for incorporating Digital Learning tools into the classroom.
