Intel Teach Program Essentials Online



Collaboration and Social Media Tools

Blogs

Wikis

File Sharing Sites

Collaborative Documents

Project Management

Concept Maps

Synchronous Conferencing

Microblogs

Social Networks

Social Bookmarking

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Blogs

Name

Blogger*

URL

start

Features

• Free, customizable templates and layouts.

• Requires a Google* account.

• Can have multiple authors.

• Can be public or private for designated users.

• 1GB of free storage

• Photos are automatically synced to a Picasa* account.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be of “legal age to form a binding contract.”

Name

Edublogs*

URL



Features

• Designed for educators and students.

• Privacy and access controlled.

• Post videos, podcasts, and documents.

• 20 MB of free storage, small in comparison to other sites.

Ad-Free

Ad-free on paid version only.

Student Privacy Maintained

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E-mail address not required.

Educator Version Available

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Designed for education.

Available for All Ages

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Name

WordPress*

URL



Features

• Build a blog or a website using design templates.

• Supports images, audio, and video files.

• Public and private sharing options.

• Free version limited to 3GB of space, paid space upgrades are available.

• Statistics about the number of readers, and where they’re from, are displayed with built-in maps and graphs.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

Ad-free on paid version only.

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Wikis

Name

Google Sites*

URL



Features

• Create a wiki from dozens of pre-built design templates.

• Integrated with other Google tools, such as Google Calendar*.

• Public or private sharing options.

• 100MB maximum site storage.

• Unlimited pages.

• Collaborators must have valid e-mail addresses.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Student must be of “legal age to form a binding contract.”

Name

PBworks*

URL



Features

• Classroom accounts allow student accounts without e-mail.

• Public or private sharing options.

• Create as many workspaces (wikis) as needed.

• 2GB of free storage.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Available for All Ages

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Name

Wikispaces*

URL

site/for/teachers

Features

• A single educational wiki is free for classroom use.

• Unlimited number of members.

• Tools to integrate video, calendars, discussion forums, and visitor counters.

• Set permissions for who can view the wiki, as well as individual pages or files.

• Wiki tools let you organize members into project-related teams, each with its own pages, files, and permissions.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Available for All Ages

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Name

Zoho Wiki*

URL



wiki/wiki-education.html

Features

• Free wiki limited to 3 members and 50MB storage.

• Public and private sharing options.

• Wiki collaborators must provide a valid e-mail address.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

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Collaborative Documents

Name

Google Docs*

URL



Features

• Includes both a Web version and a downloadable version to create, share, and sync up documents, forms, drawings, spreadsheets, and presentations.

• Provides 5GB of free online storage, additional storage available for purchase.

• Includes project and task areas.

• Does not support concurrent editing.

• Document collaborators must provide a valid email address.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

j2e*

URL



Features

• An online creativity tool designed for education.

• Students can share and collaborate on a document in real time.

• Designed so that children can create, share, and learn in a safe environment.

• Supports the integration of animation, audio, and video.

• Security settings determine if the documents are private, password-protected, or public.

• Teachers can moderate students’ work before it is published.

• No longer offering a free version, paid subscription only.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education.

Available for All Ages

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Name

ThinkFree*

URL



Features

• Allows for viewing, editing, and sharing of documents from anywhere using cloud-based software.

• Includes both a Web version and a downloadable version.

• Provides 1GB of free online storage.

• Includes project and task areas.

• No concurrent editing.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Zoho*

URL

docs/

Features

• Share folders and invite users to view, edit, and add documents.

• Offers word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, note taker, and many other applications.

• Free version limited to 1 workspace and 1GB storage.

• Can share and concurrently edit files.

• Can integrate chat within Zoho Show* (presentations) to have enhanced participation with collaborators or audience.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

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Project Management

Name

Basecamp*

URL



Features

• Manage an entire team project on one page with to-do lists, due dates, assignments, discussions, and file sharing.

• See group progress at-a-glance by viewing summaries of all current projects.

• Online calendar integration.

• Set options to have full control over who can access each project and files.

• Text docs allows group members to write together in real-time.

• Free 45-day trial available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

EasyProjects*

URL



Features

• Web-based software to manage teams and track projects.

• Interactive planning charts allow teams to visually plan their projects.

• Message boards, file sharing, and online conferences are available for team members to collaborate in real-time.

• Free 15-day trial available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

ProjectFoundry*

URL



Features

• An online learning management system designed for educators.

• Provides tools for tracking student group projects, tasks, due dates, and timelines.

• Students can submit project proposals using integrated tools. Teachers can plan and assign projects to individual teams.

• Teachers can provide individual student feedback.

• Free 14-day trial available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education

Available for All Ages

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Name

Teamness*

URL



Features

• An interactive web application intended to help teams organize project data and share it with other students.

• Provides easy online collaboration for teams.

• Provides milestones as incentives, tasks for requirements, whiteboards for sharing and tracking ideas, and many other tools.

• Free version available.

• No installation required.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

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Concept Maps

Name

Bubbl.us*

URL

bubbl.us

Features

• Create and share colorful mind maps that allow entering of points and subpoints around a core idea.

• Registration is optional.

• Educational discount available with a valid .edu email address or ID.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Educational discount available.

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old to register an account.

Name

Cacoo*

URL



Features

• Create concept maps, layouts, diagrams, and flowcharts.

• Upload image files into the concept map.

• Collaborators can chat in real-time with instant messaging and edit files concurrently.

• Free version limited to 25 sheets and up to 15 collaborators per diagram.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Exploratree*

URL

.uk

Features

• Create personalized concept maps or use preformatted maps to support the desired type of brainstorming.

• Users can submit concept maps for public viewing and comments.

• Registration is free, but requires a valid e-mail address.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Name

Mindmeister*

URL



Features

• Create concept maps while collaborating in real time.

• 30-day free trial available on all accounts. Educational discount available.

• Basic (free) version limited to 3 maps.

• All collaborators must have a valid e-mail address.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Educational discount available.

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old to register.

Name

Mindomo*

URL



Features

• Create brainstorming and casual maps using a variety of shapes, images, and formatting.

• Users can collaborate in real time, and attach comments and note to maps.

• Embed audio and video files in the mind map.

• Free version is limited to 3 maps.

• 50% discount for educators.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Educational discount available.

Available for All Ages

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File Sharing Sites

Name

4Shared Free File Sharing*

URL



Features

• 10GB of free file storage.

• Available for all file formats.

• Files can be shared with anyone, including nonregistered users through a generated Web link to the file.

• Can share a read-only version or a file others can edit.

• Can allow others to upload to the account.

• Intuitive to use; similar to an e-mail program interface.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Name

Dropbox*

URL



Features

• 2GB of free storage.

• Available for all file formats.

• Can sync files between team members and/or your own computer and the online site.

• Automatically syncs when new files or changes are detected (requires software installation).

• Can work on Dropbox files when offline.

• Can create shareable, online photo galleries.

• 30 days of undo history available.

• Shared folders viewable only by invited users.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Name

MediaFire*

URL



Features

• 50GB of free storage.

• Available for all file formats.

• FileDrops allow collaborators to upload files into your account.

• Bulk download feature allows you to download multiple files or entire folders in a single click.

• Individual files and folders can be password-protected.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Social Networks and Microblogs

Name

Facebook*

URL



Features

• A social networking service and website.

• Users may create a personal profile, add other users as friends, exchange messages, and join common interest groups.

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

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Privacy settings can control who is able to view a student’s information.

Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

URL

Features

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Name

Fakebook*

URL

fb/home/page

Features

• Designed to look and function similar to Facebook*.

• Students create a fictitious profile of a historical person, book character, famous politician, etc.

• Other students can read and comment on posts.

• Free version has a large advertising column that may be distracting to students.

Ad-Free

Ad-free on paid version only.

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education.

Available for All Ages

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Name

MySpace*

URL



Features

• A social networking website with a focus on entertainment.

• Users can share information, post pictures, and add their own music and videos.

• Ads, front page content may be inappropriate and/or distracting to students.

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

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Students must not post personal or identifying information in their profile.

Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Twiducate*

URL



Features

• Designed for classrooms.

• Teacher is in control of a private network of invited participants.

• Separate teacher and student log-ins.

• Mobile application available.

• Can add dates and class bookmarks to the discussion page.

• All conversations can be archived.

• Free for educators.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education.

Available for All Ages

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Name

Twitter*

URL



Features

• An online social networking and microblogging service.

• Users can send and read text-based posts of up to 140 characters.

• Useful for professional development and networking.

• Can “protect” messages so only accepted users receive them.

• Free, requires a registration account.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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As long as the account is set up as “protected.”

Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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Bookmarking Sites

Name

Delicious*

URL



Features

• Share and tag bookmarks, create your own personal collection of links.

• Access the most popular/ valued bookmarks on a subject.

• Includes a bookmarklet, a browser button that allows you to save links to your account with one click.

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

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Requires only an email address.

Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Digg*

URL



Features

• Submit links, or tag bookmarks to create your own personal collection.

• Driven by social media, features the most popular links on its front page according to the number of “Diggs” the story has received.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Diigo*

URL



Features

• Combines social bookmarking with web annotation and group collaboration.

• Browser add-ons include a bookmark, highlighter, sticky note, and sharing tool.

• Mobile and desktop applications available.

• Import bookmarks from other locations, or export bookmarks to your library.

• Free version allows for unlimited bookmarks and 30 total cached pages.

• Educator version is free and allows for 20 cached pages/month and a Teacher Console.

• Student accounts protect student privacy and have settings that limit communication with users outside the classroom.

Ad-Free

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Educator version is ad-free. Free version contains ads.

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Available for All Ages

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Web Conferencing

Name

AnyMeeting*

URL



Features

• Free, web-based platform for hosting a videoconference, webinar, or web conference.

• Supports video, audio, screen sharing, recording, and instant messaging.

• Does not require software download.

• Unlimited meetings, up to 200 attendees.

Ad-Free

Pay monthly for ad-free web conferences

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Big Marker*

URL



Features

• Free, cloud-based software for hosting a web conference.

• Supports video, audio, screen sharing, document sharing, interactive whiteboard, live chat, and instant messaging.

• Create a community with unlimited members. Conference rooms allow 50 people and 3 hosts to start.

• Free version provides 8GB of storage.

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Email the company for educator pricing.

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Blackboard Collaborate*

URL

Platforms/Collaborate/Overview.aspx

Features

• An advanced platform tool for web conferencing and mobile collaboration.

• Seamless integration with other Blackboard platforms and products.

• Supports video, audio, screen sharing, voice authoring, interactive whiteboard, application sharing, and instant messaging.

• Teachers control the content with moderator tools.

• Free 30-day trial available.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education.

Available for All Ages

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Name

Google Hangouts*

URL

+/learnmore/hangouts/

Features

• Video chat application with screen and document sharing tools.

• Maximum of 10 participants in a hangout.

• All participants must have a Google+ account.

• Mobile application available.

Ad-Free

Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Skype*

URL





Features

• Features group video calling, screen sharing, and file sharing tools.

• Group video calling requires a Skype Premium account with a monthly charge, maximum of 10 participants.

• All participants in the videoconference must have a Skype account (free).

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Skype in the Classroom

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Wimba*

URL

solutions/k-12/

Features

• Supports synchronous and asynchronous video, audio, and VoIP communication.

• Interactive whiteboard with real-time collaboration.

• Includes file sharing and video recording/archiving tools.

Ad-Free

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Student Privacy Maintained

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Educator Version Available

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Designed for education

Available for All Ages

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