- Sweet Search
About Sweet SearchSweet Search is a search engine that only directs students to websites that have been approved by a group of researchers and librarians. It is best used in a classroom in which you wish to ensure safe research practices or simplify the research process for your students.How to Use Sweet SearchSweet Search is incredibly easy to use. Simply click the hyperlink above to visit the site, enter your search term in the text box under the logo, then click the green “Go” button to the right of the screen. You will be directed to a page that displays your search results. Locate the content that sounds most relevant to what you are looking for, click it and get learning!
- Google Scholar
About Google ScholarGoogle Scholar provides a search engine with the simplicity and functionality of Google that only directs you to scholarly articles and sites. It is great for scholarly essays or any class in which you want to take your students’ research skills to the next level.How to Use Google ScholarMuch like Google, Google Scholar is very easy to use. Go to the site by clicking the link above. Once you are directed to the Google Scholar homepage, type in your search term in the search box, and then click the blue magnifying glass icon to the right of the box.You will now be directed to a page with your search results. Note that you are able to change your search preferences with the menu on the left side of the screen in order to cater to your specific interests. Find the link that seems most relevant to you, click it and enjoy scholarly information at the click of a button!
- instaGrok
About instaGrokinstaGrok is a search engine that not only provides you with information, but organizes that information into an efficient and easy-to-navigate mind map! It works very well for students who want pertinent information in a flash.How to Use instaGrokGet started with instaGrok by clicking the link above. Once directed to the instaGrok site, locate the text box at the top of the screen that reads “What would you like to learn about?” Type your search term into this box and click the “Grok” button to the right of it and wait a moment while instaGrok organizes your information.You will now be directed to a mind map that instaGrok has created in order to inform you about your topic. The center of the mind map will contain your search topic and a definition. The stems branching off of the center topic will contain different facets of information relevant to your topic. These stems are called subtopics. Once you click on a subtopic, smaller stems will emerge from it. Take note that there are videos, website links, images, facts and concepts associated with each subtopics. View all of these things in order to learn as much as you can about your topic!
- Ask.com
About Ask.comAsk.com is a search engine that allows users to search for topics in the form of a question. Its simple format caters perfectly to inquisitive minds, or students who have a tough time researching with other search engines.How to Use Ask.comClick the link above to go to the Ask.com site. Type your question into the search box to the right of the “Ask” logo. After you type in your question, click the blue “Find Answer” button. You will now be directed to a page that contains answers to your question!On the right side of the page you can find answers in the form of Q&A’s. These are quick and simple answers to your question. At the top of the page, you can find a list of related topics and search terms relevant to the question you asked. On the left side of the page you can specify your search results to images, news, videos, Q&A, references, apps, shopping, local information, maps, or games. Specify your search results and click the link that provides you with the answer you need!
- Infotopia
About Infotopiainfotopia is a search engine that allows you to specify a category for your search so that you are only provided with relevant results. It’s perfect for assignments that require students to focus on a specific subject area.How to Use InfotopiaVisit infotopia by clicking the link above. Find the search box beneath the infotopia logo and enter your search term. After that, click the red search button to the right of the search box. You will now be directed to your search results!Note that you have the option to determine which search results you prefer. At the top of the screen you are able to select search results from information portals, art sources, science/technology/math sources, news, biographies, geography/travel sources, social science sources, music sources, images, WorldCat, recreation/sports sources, health and history sources, literature/quotes, primary sources and encyclopedias. Cater your search to your specific area or interest, or simply choose “all results.” Now find the link that provides the most relevant information, click it and increase your knowledge!
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Saturday, 30 November 2013 13:43
How To Use The 5 Best Free Flashcard Creation Tools for Teachers
- Quizlet About Quizlet
Quizlet is a cleanly-designed online app that allows users to create flashcards and choose different methods for studying their flashcard sets.How to Use Quizlet
Click the link above to get started with Quizlet. Find the button on the top, right-hand side of the screen that reads “Sign Up” and click it. Sign up through Facebook, Google+, or manually enter the required information and click the “Sign Up” button when you’re done.You will now be taken to a page with a large green button that reads “Start using Free Quizlet,” click it. To create a new set of flashcards, click the “Create” icon on the menu bar at the top of the screen. Enter the information about your study set, like a title, description or subject, then start working on the individual cards. Choose a language for each side, then type questions or prompts on the first side, and answers in the second. Note that you can import data or add images as well.When you’re done with your set, click the gray “Create Set” button on the bottom right of the screen. Choose your preferred method to utilize your flashcards to study: “Cards,” “Learn,” “Speller,” “Test,” “Scatter,” or “Race.” Each method provides you with a new strategy for memorizing the material! - Flashcard MachineAbout Flashcard Machine
Flashcard Machine is a simple web-based program that allows users to create flashcards and study them quickly and easily.How to Use Flashcard Machine
Begin using Flashcard Machine by visiting the website through the link above. Once there, find the blue “registering here” hyperlink and click it. Enter the necessary information, and click “Register.” Visit the email address you provided, find the email from Flashcard Machine, and click the link within the body of the message.You will now be directed to a page that reads “You have successfully completed registration with Flashcard Machine.” Click the “Get Started Creating Flashcards” hyperlink. Again, you will be redirected: this time to a page the requests that you sign in, do it. Now you will be on your Flashcard Machine homepage, click the “Create a New Flashcard Set” tab. Fill in the “General Set Details” section and click the “Save Set Details” button and click the “Quick Editor” button near the top of the page. Fill in the “Term” and “Definition” sections, and then click “+Add Another” to add an additional card to your set.When you complete your set, click “Save & Exit,” then click “Start Study Session” to begin studying your cards. Configure your study session, then click “Start Session.” - Study BlueAbout Study Blue
Study Blue is a sophisticated and intuitive flashcard creation and study tool.How to Use Study Blue
Using Study Blue is easy. Click the link above to visit the site, then find the green “Join Now--It’s Free” button and click it. Sign up through Facebook, Google +, or an email address. Designate whether you are a teacher or student, which school you are located at, and which class you are studying for. Provide your phone number if you would like to download Study Blue’s app and study anywhere at anytime. You are free to share your study info with Facebook friends or Twitter followers, but this is not necessary.Once you get to your Study Blue homepage, click the green “+ Create Study Materials” button. Click the “Make Flashcards” button. Input your terms or questions on the “Term” aspect of the slide, then provide the answers in the “Definition” section. Don’t forget to give your flashcard set a title! When you have finished creating cards, click the blue “Save” hyperlink at the top left of the screen, then click “Done.” In order to study, click the “Flip Cards,” “Take Quiz,” or “Review Sheet” button to the right of the screen. - Study StackAbout Study Stack
Study Stack provides users with a simple, versatile method for creating and studying any type of academic material.How to Use Study Stack
Visit the Study Stack site by clicking the link above. Then locate the red “Free Sign Up” hyperlink to the right side of the screen and click it. Provide the required information to create your account.
Create flashcards by clicking the blue “Create New Stack” hyperlink once you are redirected to your Study Stack home page. Decide on a stack name, description, category, and label, then click “Save Changes.”After that, move to the Data tab to type in the questions/answers or terms/definitions you would like to be included on your flashcards. Once you are done, click “Save Changes.” Now decide how you would like to study your flashcards by clicking one of the blue icons at the bottom of the page. - CramAbout Cram
Cram is an user-friendly flashcard creation tool that provides the user with a simple, yet sophisticated way to study.How to Use Cram
Visit Cram’s website and locate the green “Sign Up” button at the top right corner of the screen. Provide the necessary information, then click “Sign Up.” Get started creating flashcards by clicking the “Create Flashcards” link at the top right of the screen. Decide on a title, description, subject, and access level for your set. Enter the terms/questions on the right side of the screen and the definitions/answers on the left side of the screen. You can even add images if you like!Once you have completed your set, click the green “Create Set” button at the bottom left of the screen. Now study your set via Flashcards, Memorization activities, or a Test.
Collaboration Tools
Vyew.com - Use this to collaborate with others. Create study groups or meetings online for FREE. You can use this FREE online tool to help do your group projects.
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