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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