ICT Tools
Examples of Web 2.0 Tools used in these scientific inquiry units
Technologies for Teaching WebsiteUse the Technologies for Teaching website to give you support in the use of a range of technologies or you can use the tools listed below. They have been chosen for their usefulness for the required tasks for this unit.
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Using Audacity to create podcasts
Audacity is a free downloadable programme that you can use to record your ideas about sustainability. Here are the notes that Paul has created for you.
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Creating an animated avatar using VokiVoki is a Web 2.0 tool that lets you create on-line avatars. You can either use your own voice or a mechanical voice to project your message. In the free version you only have 75 words so you need to be concise with your message.
You can embed your Voki into a website using the html code provided when you save your Voki. Watch the attached video to help you create your Voki. |
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Creating a mindmap with Bubbl.us
The video to the right will show you how to create a a mind map using Bubbl.us. You can then save it as a jpg in your first assignment. It is only one of a number of mind mapping tools that you can use. |
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Scoop.itScoop.it is a content curation tool that allows you to locate, organise, manage and disseminate information about a topic. You can get a free Scoop.it acccount that will give you 5 curated topics. You can also follow the topics of other people and get the latest information about what is happening on the web for your chosen topics of interest.
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How to set up Endnote in 7 minsIt is well worth your time to install Endnote on your computer and become familiar with its function. It will help you create correct in-text citations and end-of-assignment references. If you use it as you conduct your research generating a reference list is made so much easier and guarantees correct entries. View the jing about Endnote in Blackboard for further information
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