2.10.2015

Best Web Tools for English Learners: To Collect and Curate

photo credit: Manfred Heyde 


Creative Commons search
A convenient access to Web resources (image, video, music) that are under a CC license to freely reproduce. However, always verify that the work is actually under a CC license by following the link.

Quizlet
Make or use existing sets of flashcards. Convenient, no registration required.  A bit cluttered with ads, but huge, 8 million sets of flashcards currently.  On mobile for android or iOS.

Study Blue
Clean, minimalist, must register to use. Make flashcards, create traditional review sheets with the functionality of community notes and crowdsourced learning.  Individuals upload their own study tools or use other people’s studying materials. You can choose to view resources globally, or limit search results to your own school or specific class.  On mobile for android or iOS.

Pinterest
The queen of digital bulletin board-style curation. For students 13 and up.  Make, share and comment on collections.  On mobile for android or iOS.

Evernote
Powerful digital notebook. Capture, index and save information using any device. Students can take notes, capture favorite videos, save webpages, and collaborate on and present projects using Evernote. On mobile for android or iOS.

Padlet
Virtual post-it note board for text, images, videos. Save boards for export in a variety of formats, share, send, embed.  On mobile for android or iOS.

Diigo
All-in-one research tool. Highlight, organize and manage online content as they Highlight, bookmark, annotate, and share resources. The tool is great for collaborating and sharing ideas on a range of devices. On mobile for android or iOS.

Zaption
Create interactive lessons by embedding quizzes, comments, live discussions into YouTube or Vimeo videos. On mobile for iOS only.
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