Misc+Web+2.0+Tools

Misc Web 2.0 Tools
Here are just a few of the many free tools available to teachers and students on the internet.

[|We Transfer] Transfer any file up to 2GB for free and without registration. Upload a file, enter the recipient's email address, enter your email address, and then We Transfer sends the file to your recipient on your behalf.

[|Quietube] To watch web videos without distractions. Just drag the quietube bookmark button to your browser's bookmarks bar. On any of the supported video pages, click the bookmark button to watch in peace.

[|Safeshare] Not only does SafeShare.TV **remove distracting and offensive** elements around YouTube videos, but it also allows you to **crop videos** before sharing them.

[|Readability] Readability is a simple tool that makes reading on the web more enjoyable by removing the clutter around what you are reading.

[|VoiceThread] VoiceThread is an online media album that allows for group conversations surrounding a particular media file. Using voice, text, audio files or video files a VoiceThread allows for multiple users to comment and reflect upon the same media file and then share it over the internet.

Here is a website with examples of how VoiceThread is used in the classroom: http://voicethread4education.wikispaces.com/ More examples of VoiceThread projects here.

[|Skype] Use your computer to call other Skype users all over the world for free. Can also be used for video conferencing.

[|Tokbox] Use tokbox for videoconferencing or recording a video message. No download required.

[|SlideShare] Share your presentations with the world publicly or privately. Embed slide shows into your blog, wiki, or website.

[|Dabbleboard] Create a drawing or graphic organizer collaboratively with anyone. Once you start the drawing, you can invite them by sending a link.

[|Scribble Maps] Allows you to easily draw and label on Google Maps.

[|Wallwisher] and [|Stixy] Online notice boards that use a "sticky" format. Wallwisher requires no registration or login, but Stixy has a few more options for sharing.