Journey to becoming "Technology Proficient"

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Tech Savvy Tech Tools: Technology Assessment 2

GOOGLE APPS

•  Major applications:Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and Google Docs,  Google Gadgets 
• Customizable Interface  
•  Web-based programs and file storage that run in a web browser
• Customizable Start Page
• Communication tools include: 
• Dozens of Security features
•  Limited-feature Standard Edition
•  Full-featured Premier Edition
•  Internet domain integration
•  Single sign-on and directory integration
• Web-based Control Panel
• Page Creator- Web-based graphical Web page designer 

Rate: 5/5
Comments: I love how all my data is backed up.

 

 

 

FIREFOX

• autocomplete function
• Improved Interface
• Simplified Reload/Stop Button
• Bookmarking feature
• Tab Browsing
• Switch-to tab function
• Organize tabs with Panorama
• Password Manager
• Form Complete
• Pop up Blocker
• Location-aware Browsing
• Session Restore
• Spell Check feature
• Crash protection
• Download Manager
• Firefox Support
• Offline Browsing
• RSS Feed Reader
• New "Tags" Feature
• Full Zoom Feature
• Universal Access 

Rate: 5/5
Comments:   All the features make it one of the best and reliable search engines.

 

LiveBinders

• Personal accessibility 
• Compile webpages, PDF, documents, images, or video.
• Create Tabs and Subtabs
• Customize color of web binder
• Embed an Open Binder on your Blog
• "LiveBinder It" Button feature
• Readable tabs
• More Share Options 

Rate: 4/5
 Comments: LiveBinders is a great single location for all webpages and such. However, I wish they could allow for more customization options aside from just customizing the color.

 

WIX

• Create Personal Websites
• User-friendly Navigation 
• 2 Editing Options
• Express and Editor 
• Drag and drop interface 
• Post Custom Animated Comments
• Multi-media Integration 

Rate: 5/5
Comments: All the features make Wix one of the easiest website creators. However, loading time  for websites can be a little slow. 

 

BLOGGER

• Time-Stamped entries
•  Blog-publishing tools 
• label Organization 
• Profile Feature 
• drag-and-drop template editing interface 
• web-feed options 
• Updates dynamically 
• Available in Several Languages

Rate: 5/5

Comments: Blogger is one of the most easiest if probably not the easiest to use. Editing can be a little difficult especially if one has no experience. 

PREZI

• Presentation Software and Storytelling tool
• Explore and Share Ideas on Virtual Canvas
• Color Wizard
• Drag and drop files to PreziDesktop
• Prezi Meeting-Multiple Editors Feature
• Online Collaboration
• Zooming User Interface 

Rate: 4/5

Comments: Prezi produces vibrant presentations, however it can be difficult to edit. Zooming user interface feature can cause editing process to be a little confusing.

  iMovie

• Audio Editing
• One-Step Effects
• People Finder
• Customizable Themes
• Screen Movie on Ipad, Ipod, Facebook, Youtube and more
• Drag-and-drop movie-making  
• Friendly Interface
• Dynamic Filmstrip
• Imports photos from iphotos, photobooth, and Aperture
• Fixes Shaky Videos
• Image Controls in floating windows
• Voiceover Track feature
• Cut Out Background Noise
• Precision Editor
• 15 Movie Trailor Templates
• High Quality Visual Effects

Rate 5/5
Comments: The possibilities are endless with iMovie. There needs some time in becoming acquainted with (as far as editing parts), but the end result will always be spectacular.

 

Go!Animate

• Browser-based automate-animation tool
• Digital Storytelling Via web
• Points are awarded for popular videos.
• Rate and Give Feedback
• Create and Customize Characters
• Use Personal Voice or text Dialogue for characters
• Variety of scenes and backgrounds available
• Add Audio/Songs  
• Create Movie/Video Clip
• Storyboard Editing

Rate 4/5

Comments: This is a fun animation tool to use. It does require basic computer skills, but overall, it was easy to navigate. There are certain features that could be improved to make it a little more user-friendly. Also, adjusting the length of the clips can be a complicated task.

Wiggio

• Allows Online Collaboration
• Create and share: important dates, to-do lists (with deliverable dates), files (while preserving previous versions), messages and discussions
• hold online meetings and polls
• Reply to comments/events/posts via e-mail
•  Search Conversations Toolbar
• Create Groups

Rate 5/5
Comments: This online tool makes working in groups so much easier. It allows for constant communication and is also great for sharing files. It is extremely user-friendly and easy to navigate!

PHOTOS RETRIEVED FROM THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES:

Google Apps Photo:

 http://socialmediaworld.com/?p=2047

Firefox Photo:

http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/fx/

Wix Photo:

 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/flash-website-builder-wixcom-introduces-brilliant-color-picking-tool-for-advanced-web-design-150522.php

LiveBinder Photo:

 http://www.ntcamp.org/2011/sponsor-spotlight-livebinders/

Blogspot Photo:

 http://www.yourlogocollection.com/blogspot-logo/

Prezi Photo:

http://ad-tech.blogs.imediaconnection.com/2011/05/02/cod-prezi-makes-engaging-presentations-that-go-zoooom/

imovie:
 http://c4lpt.co.uk/top-tools/top-100-tools/top-tools-imovie/


GoAnimate:
http://emalfilmes.blogspot.com/2011/10/animacoes-go-animate-e-xtra-normal.html

Wiggio:
http://ecollaborating.wikispaces.com/Wiggio