Intel Teach Program Essentials Online



Digital Media Tools

Drawing

Graphics Creation

Photo Editing

Concept Maps

Videocasts

Podcasts

Presentation Tools

Animation and Comic Generators

Narrated Slideshows

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Drawing/Graphics Creation

Name

FatPaint*

URL



Features

• A web-based graphic design software and photo editor.

• Includes drawing tools with a variety of brush strokes and painting options.

• Supports text integration and 3D transformation.

• Built-in special effects and blend modes.

• Supports drawing tablets with electronic pen devices.

• Free, registration account optional.

• Lots of ads, may be inappropriate and/or distracting to students.

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Registration is optional.

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Name

NGA Kids: BRUSHster*

URL

kids/zone/brushster.htm

Features

• Full drawing program.

• Offers over 40 brushes with customizable size, transparency, texture, and stroke options.

• Offers a rainbow palette and a toolbox of special effects that blur, ripple, smudge, blend, and fragment designs.

• Can only save a drawing by creating a PDF or taking a screenshot.

• Free, no registration required.

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NGA Kids: Faces and Places*

URL

kids/zone/facesplaces.htm

Features

• Provided by the National Gallery of Art.

• Can create portraits or landscapes featuring characters and elements from over 100 famous paintings.

• Also includes traditional folk music and surprising animations.

• Not an actual drawing tool- just a selection of elements to place in a picture.

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NGA Kids: SwatchBox*

URL

kids/zone/swatchbox.htm

Features

• Mix and draw with a full palette of millions of colors.

• Free, no registration required.

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Name

Trimble SketchUp*

URL



intl/en/industries/education.html

Features

• Formerly Google SketchUp*.

• Free, web-based 3D modeling and drawing application.

• Variety of drawing tools and sketch styles.

• Supports photo and scanning import.

• Easy sharing and export features.

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Photo Editing

Name

Aviary*

URL



Features

• A web-based photo editing platform.

• Auto Enhance tools and filters make it easy to edit photos quickly.

• Includes artistic effects, stickers, drawing, and text tools.

• Logo branded on photos in the free version.

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Logo branded on photos after editing.

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Name

FotoFlexer*

URL



Features

• Can import photos from a variety of online photo storage sites or upload files from the computer.

• Offers a variety of special effects as well as basic editing tools.

• Registration is optional.

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Ad-free once in the editor.

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Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Pixlr*

URL



Features

• Offers advanced photo editing features.

• Edits photos directly in a browser and does not require uploading.

• No registration required.

• May be challenging for novice users.

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Name

Pixlr Express*

URL

express

Features

• Intuitive and easy to use.

• Provides all of the basic photo editing tools.

• Upload photos, use a photo URL, or take a picture with a webcam.

• Create a photo collage with pre-loaded design templates.

• No registration required.

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Name

SumoPaint*

URL



Features

• Useful tool for creating graphics and illustrations as well as photo editing.

• Includes standard photo editing tools, as well as built-in special effects and filters.

• Offers unique shape drawing tools, a large variety of brushes and brush styles, and interesting transformation tools for scaling, moving, and rotating objects.

• Registration is optional.

• Registered accounts include free, online image storage.

• Registered account holders can see other users’ artwork and photos, some of which may not be appropriate for students.

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Presentation Tools

Name

Empressr*

URL



Features

• A slide-based presentation program similar to PowerPoint*.

• Import images from a variety of online photo storage sites, or take a photo with a webcam.

• Add photos, music, video, and audio.

• Presentations are hosted for free and shared through a URL.

• When publishing a presentation, you have the option to make it public or private.

• Currently offered for free, with unlimited storage. Will likely offer pricing plans in the future.

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Glogster EDU*

URL

edu.

Features

• Create virtual posters using a variety of text, video, photo, and object options.

• Virtual posters can be shared with a community of peers within a framework that includes comments, ratings, and awards for excellence in design.

• Includes access to royalty-free videos, audio clips, and images.

• Import user-generated content, supports most file types.

• Education version allows teachers to create classes to privately share work.

• No longer offering a free version, but a 30-day trial is available.

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Name

Prezi*

URL



Features

• A presentation creation tool that uses one giant virtual poster, along with movement and zoon, for presenting information instead of using a series of slides.

• Presentations are created through a web-based editing platform.

• Import text, images, sound, videos, and more.

• Presentations are stored online and can be used by others for collaboration purposes, shared through links, or presented on the screen of any computer.

• In the free version, all presentations are public and storage is limited to 100MB.

• Paid versions offer additional storage space and the option for private presentations.

• Mobile application available.

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

Must be at least 18 years old, or obtain parental consent.

Name

SlideRocket*

URL



Features

• A web-based application that allows students to create rich multimedia presentations online.

• Slide library allows collaborators to share presentations, slides, and assets online.

• Share presentations through online links or export to PowerPoint*.

• Mobile application available.

• Free version available with basic tools.

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Must be at least 13 years old.

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Animation/Comic Generators

Name

Pixton*

URL



schools/overview

Features

• A web-based comic creator with click-and-drag editing tools.

• Import photos, graphics, and text or use the built-in object library.

• Real-time collaboration tool to create comics with friends.

• Easy to use, but comics look professional.

• School version is private and secure.

• School version includes voice-over recording tools to enhance learning.

• Free trial available for teachers.

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Name

ToonDoo*

URL



Features

• A web-based comic creator that uses drag-and-drop features to create cartoons and comic strips.

• Embed in blogs or popular social networks.

• Toons* become public on the site, content may be inappropriate for younger students.

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Educator Version Available

Available for All Ages

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

Name

Voki*

URL



Features

• A free web-based tool that lets you create a customized avatar with audio.

• Post your Voki* to any blog, website, or profile.

• With Voki Classroom*, you can use the classroom management system to set up student accounts (e-mail not required) and create lesson pages.

• Free version has ads, classroom version is ad-free.

• Free version limited to 60-second audio length.

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Classroom (paid) version is ad-free.

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Student e-mail address not required.

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Narrated Slideshows

Name

Brainshark*

URL



Features

• Upload a PowerPoint* presentation and record audio to create a voice-enriched video presentation.

• Cloud-based software, so presentations can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection.

• Includes mobile applications.

• Free version allows you to create public presentations only, but the number of presentations is unlimited.

• Requires email address and registration.

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Requires only an email address.

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Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Roxio PhotoShow*

URL



Features

• Upload a series of photos and add captions or recorded audio (MP3 files) to create a narrated slideshow.

• Does not include a recording feature, only audio file uploading.

• Free version available, has limited features and maximum 24 photos per show.

• Free version does not allow you to download the PhotoShow as a video file, online sharing only.

• Includes a mobile application.

• If you register for an account, you receive a personal website to showcase your slideshows.

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Requires only an email address.

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Available for All Ages

Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

VoiceThread*

URL





Features

• A VoiceThread is a collaborative, multimedia slideshow that allows people to navigate slides and record audio and video comments.

• Slideshows can incorporate images, documents, and videos.

• K-12 Education version available, includes student accounts and gives the teacher administrative control.

• Single Educator license limited to 10GB of storage plus 1GB/student. Unlimited number of VoiceThreads.

• Privacy settings allow you to control who is able to view and leave comments.

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Videocasts/Online Video Editors

Name

Animoto*

URL





Features

• Educators can apply for a free Animoto Plus account with unlimited videos.

• Combine photos, video clips, words, and music to create a video.

• Easy video sharing to popular social media sites, email, or download to a DVD.

• Built-in video styles for a professional look.

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Plus and Pro Plans

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Free; includes unlimited videos

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Does not require student email accounts

Name

Flickr*

URL



Features

• Videos are limited to 90 seconds in length, and 150MB in file size.

• Videos can be mapped to a location.

• Once uploaded, videos can easily be embedded in other Web pages or blogs.

• Requires a Yahoo!* account to get a Flickr account.

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Available for All Ages

Must be of “legal age to form a binding contract”; under 13 allowed under a “family account.”

Name

One True Media*

URL



Features

• Can upload 100MB per month.

• Offers easy connections to Flickr* and Photobucket*.

• Can combine photos and video into montages.

• Includes transitions, free music, backgrounds, and text.

• Allows frame-by-frame editing of a video.

• Free version available, but logo appears in the bottom corner of videos or montages.

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Available for All Ages

Must be a least 13 years old.

Name

Pixorial*

URL



pixorial/educators

Features

• Educators can apply for a free one-year Premium account with 25GB of storage and access to all of the video editing tools.

• Students receive free Basic accounts with 1GB of storage.

• Upload digital video from any device, then edit and share online with intuitive tools.

• Does not require software installation.

• Easy video sharing to blogs, social media sites, or email.

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Free; includes a Premium account for 1 year

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Students receive a Basic account

Name

School Tube*

URL



Features

• Uploaded content is moderated.

• Can upload files up to 100MB each.

• Only members can rate and comment on videos.

• School name required during registration.

• Must wait for moderator approval before a video is available on the site.

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Videos can be searched for by school name.

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Podcasts/Audio Recording

Name

Audacity*

URL



Features

• Free, cross-platform software for recording and editing sounds.

• Import sound files or use a microphone to record audio.

• Variety of export file formats.

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Name

AudioBoo*

URL



Features

• Import sound files or record audio.

• 3 minute recording limit for the free plan.

• Registration account is optional.

• Mobile and web platforms available.

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Name

PodcastPeople*

URL



Features

• Cloud-based software, nothing to download or install.

• Access your podcasts from any device with an Internet connection.

• Includes a personal website to post audio files.

• Fee-based, personal plans range from $5-$40/month.

• Monthly storage plans range from 100MB—1.5GB.

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Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

PodOmatic*

URL



Features

• Basic free account provides podcast publication tools.

• 500MB of free storage.

• 15GB of bandwidth per month.

• Ability to share podcasts.

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Educator Version Available

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Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

SoundCloud*

URL



Features

• Upload audio files or record new audio.

• Mobile and web applications.

• Easily export sound files to popular sites and social networks.

• Free version limited to 120 upload minutes.

• Built-in sharing tools to send podcasts to everyone in your contact list (free version limited to 20 contacts)

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Must be at least 13 years old.

Name

Skype*

MP3 Skype Recorder*

URL





Features

• Can be used to record conversations for podcasts with additional plug-ins.

• Requires download and installation of software.

• Students must be informed to not put personal information in their public user profile and to update settings so only their identified contacts can contact them.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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