How To Create an Online Timeline

A tool that allows chronological, logical representation of events

Can show relationships or cause and effect between events

Time and increments measured can be adapted to suit purpose

Can assist with remembering historical events

What is a timeline?

Linear Timeline

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Graphic Timeline

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Online Timeline

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What events or information will your timeline show?

What is the time period your timeline will cover?

What units of time will your timeline use?

Before creating an online timeline ...

Create a Timeline

Adding Events

Event summary

Finished timeline

Viewing an event

Flipbook view

List view

Sharing and Assessing Timelines