Creativity

(created using the [|Spell with Flickr] tool) Honestly, just about any tool may be used to foster creativity - it all depends upon your imagination. These are a few tools that are "no-brainers" when it comes to helping our students foster their 21st century creative skills.

__Data Visualization__ [|Statistical Anaysis] This software unveils the beauty of statistical time series by converting boring numbers into enjoyable, animated and interactive graphics. [|xtimeline] Easily create and share timelines with pictures and videos.

__Image Manipulation/Visualization__ Photoshop.com store, edit, and share your photos online using this web based program Picnik edit photos, create invitations, collages, and other cool effects to regular pictures Shutterfly upload, share, and create websites using your photos. Create prints, books, and photo gifts BeFunky turn regular photos into wild creations using photo effects. BigHugeLabs create motivational posters, collages, movie posters, magazine covers, and more using these fun tools. Web based and FREE!

__Publishing:__ [|Lulu] self publishing made easy. Lulu allows users to publish their works, set prices and even promote their publications online.

__3-D Modeling:__ [|Google SketchUp] 3-D software modeling tool that integrates easily with Google Maps or Google Earth. You may share your SketchUp creations with the SketchUp community or download SketchUps others have created and modify them.

__Digital Storytelling__ [|Voicethread] a multimedia slideshow tool that allows the creators to narrate using a microphone, cell phone, type tool, or webcam. Web-based. Platform for comments and peer editing. [|Example Voicethread.] May be embedded in other tools such as blogs, wikis, or websites. [|Movie Maker] Movie Maker is a free tool from Microsoft. Create movies to email, upload to teachertube, embed in websites or burn on CD. [|iMovie] an Apple product. Part of the iLife package (includes Garageband & iPhoto). Create movies to email, upload to the internet, burn to CD or DVD Jaycut online movie creation tool.

[|TED speeches]: these are incredibly inspirational speeches that cover all kinds of topics. Search and listen for yourself, your students, or let the students find speeches that speak to them.

__Graphic Organizers/Brainstorming__ [|Bubbl.us] - no username or password required - Bonus! [|MindMeister] collaborative online mind mapping [| MindManager] - brainstorming & concept mapping [|Freemind] mind mapping software - a download

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