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Compiled by Jane HartCentre for Learning & Performance
Technologieswww.C4LPT.co.uk
TOP 100 TOOLS
FOR LEARNING
2008
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About the Top 100 Tools List
During 2008, over 220 learning professionals from around the world shared their Top 10 Tools for Learning. You can view their individual lists at c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/
From these lists I compiled the Top 100 Tools for Learning 2008. You can view the entire list at c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/top100.html
I have also categorised the list into related tools to create Toolset for Learning 2009. This also shows the Top Tool in each category as well as the Top Free Tool (if different): c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/toolset.html
Jane Hart is a Social Media & Learning Consultant and Head of the Centre for Learning & Performance Technologies.
c4lpt.co.uk/jane.html
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About the Tools
Each tool page shows:Its ranking on the list in 2008, as well as its previous rankings in 2007 and Spring 2008 Tool or vendor logo1 line summary of the toolCost: FREE or commercial or bothAvailability: To download and install or hosted/online serviceMore info: Link to the page at Centre’s website to find out more about the tool including what learning professionals think about it
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DeliciousSocial bookmarking tool
Spring 2008: 12007: 2
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/delicious.html
1
A place to store your bookmarks online, tag them and share them with your colleagues and/or students.
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FirefoxWeb browser with extensions
. Spring 2008: 22007: 1
Cost: Free, Open SourceAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/firefox.html
2
The award winning browser is now available in its third version, Firefox 3., an d there are thousands of extensions to add to its functionality.
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Google ReaderRSS reader
Spring 2008: 32007: 7=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googlereader.html
3
A web-based reader to aggregate and manage all your news and blog (RSS) feeds in one place.
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SkypeInstant messenger and voice call tool
Spring 2008: 42007: 3=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows and Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/skype.html
4
Use it to have text and voice message conversations with others who have Skype on their computers.
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WordPressBlogging tool
Spring 2008: 62007: 6
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: Hosted or Download
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/wordpress.html
5
A blogging platform that is free and easy to use.
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Google SearchWeb search tool
Spring 2008: 52007: 3=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
Link: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/google.html
6
A powerful web-based search engine, so to find any information, you just “Google” it!
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Google DocsOffice suite
Spring 2008: 112007: 14
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googledocs.html
7
To create, store and share documents, spreadsheets and presentations online, and where you can work on your own or collaboratively.
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PowerPointPresentation software
Spring 2008: 72007: 5
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows & Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/powerpoint.html
8
This presentation software is part of the Microsoft Office suite.
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MoodleCourse management system
9
Spring 2008: 132007: 12=
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/moodle.html
It provides all the sophisticated high level functionality of an educational course management system and more - and there are no license fees.
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BloggerBlogging tool
10
Spring 2008: 9=2007: 9
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/blogger.html
A simple and quick way to get a blog up and running, now owned by Google.
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TwitterMicro-blogging tool
11
Spring 2008: 17=2007: 43=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/twitter.html
Keep in touch with colleagues and friends no matter where you are or what you’re doing.
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AudacityAudio/podcasting tool
12
Spring 2008: 9=2007: 11
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Unix/Linux
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/audacity.html
A sound editor and recorder suitable for podcasting.
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WikipediaCollaborative encyclopaedia
13
Spring 2008: 122007: 26=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/wikipedia.html
This huge online encyclopaedia has been written collaboratively by volunteers around the world.
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gMail/Google MailWeb mail
14
Spring 2008: 82007: 7=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/gmail.html
A web-based email service with many megabytes of storage space for archiving mail threads.
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FlickrImage hosting and sharing tool
15
Spring 2008: 15=2007: 16
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/flickr.html
A place where you can store your photos, tag them and share them with others.
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NingPrivate social networking tool
16
Spring 2008: 17=2007: 31=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/ning.html
A tool to create customised private social networks and communities.
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iGooglePersonal start page tool
17
Spring 2008: 15=2007: 17=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/igoogle.html
Here you can aggregate all the Google resources you use on your online desktop, e.g. gMail, Google Calendar, Google Reader and more.
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YouTubeVideo hosting and sharing tool
18
Spring 2008: 17=2007: 22=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/youtube.html
A place where you can host, tag and share videos online .
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WikispacesWiki tool
19
Spring 2008: 202007: 15
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/wikispaces.html
A service that lets you create a wiki for collaborative working.
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SlidesharePresentation hosting and sharing tool
20
Spring 2008: 142007: 31=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/slideshare.html
A place where you can store, tag and share your presentations with others as well as synchronise an MP3 audio with a slideset to create a slidecast.
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SnagItScreen capture tool
21
Spring 2008: 212007: 26=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/snagit.html
Capture anything on your screen, edit the image and print it or share it as you wish.
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WordWord processing software
22
Spring 2008: 22=2007: 10
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows and Mac
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/word.html
This word processing software is part of the Microsoft Office suite
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VoiceThreadCollaborative slideshow tool
23
Spring 2008: 24=2007: 101=
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/voicethread.html
A service that lets you create collaborative presentations by collecting comments - both text and voice.
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FacebookSocial networking site
24
Spring 2008: 28=2007: 17=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/facebook.html
A social networking site with over 120 million members, that also includes many applications that allow it be used productively in education and business.
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ArticulateRapid e-learning suite
25
Spring 2008: 22=2007: 22=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/articulate.html
Contains three powerful yet easy-to-use products - Presenter, Engage and Quizmaker - each of which can be purchased separately.
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Camtasia StudioScreencasting tool
26=
Spring 2008: 352007: 50=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/camtasia.html
Record your screen to create training, demo, and presentation videos, aka screencasts.
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JingScreen capture and screencasting tool
26=
Spring 2008: 302007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/jing.html
An always-ready program that can instantly capture and share images and video.
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iTunesMusic and podcasting player
28
Spring 2008: 262007: 26=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/iTunes.html
Listen to music and podcasts as well as watch videos.
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Google CalendarOnline calendar
29
Spring 2008: 31=2007: 36=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googlecalendar.html
Use it for your own personal diary or for scheduling events with with others
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BloglinesRSS reader
30=
Spring 2008: 24=2007: 12=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/bloglines.html
A web-based RSS reader and aggregator to keep you up to date with news and blog postings
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LinkedInProfessional social networking site
30=
Spring 2008: 38=2007: 31=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/linkedin.html
A public social network aimed at the professional community.
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CaptivateScreencasting tool
30=
Spring 2008: 272007: 17=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/captivate.html
To create simulations, software demonstrations, and scenario-based training without programming knowledge or multimedia skills
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Google AlertsKeep track of new information
33
Spring 2008: 43=2007: 57=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googlealerts.html
Provides you with email updates of latest relevant Google results (web, news, etc.) based on your choice of query or topic.
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Google MapsMaps and directions
34
Spring 2008: 402007: 36=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googlemaps.html
Searchable and zoomable maps of the UK, US, etc, where you can find businesses and get directions.
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DiigoSocial bookmarking tool
35=
Spring 2008: 52=2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/diigo.html
A social annotation tool where you can highlight, clip and sticky-note any page and then share your findings with others
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PBwikiWiki tool
35=
Spring 2008: 28=2007: 43=
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/pbwiki.html
A wiki solution suitable for both business and education.
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NetvibesPersonal start page
37
Spring 2008: 43=2007: 26=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/netvibes.html
A start page that provides you with access to all your digital resources in one place::blogs, news, videos, podcast, pictures, e-mail, etc,
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FlashAnimation authoring tool
38=
Spring 2008: 36=2007: 43=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows and Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/flash.html
Lets you create powerful and engaging animations.
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OutlookEmail software
38=
Spring 2008: 31=2007: 17=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/outlook.html
This email client is part of the Microsoft Office suite.
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Google EarthSatellite and aerial imagery
40=
Spring 2008: 48=2007: 40=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/Googleearth.html
Combines the power of Google Search with satellite imagery, maps, terrain and 3D buildings.
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PageflakesPersonal start page tool
40=
Spring 2008: 31=2007: 101=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/pageflakes.html
A start page tool where you can use it to aggregate all kinds of resources and tools on your web-based desktop.
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Google ScholarScholarly literature search engine
42=
Spring 2008: 52=2007: 36=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googlescholar.html
A simple way to search broadly for scholarly literature
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MindManagerMind mapping tool
42=
Spring 2008: 31=2007: 17=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/mindmanager.html
A tool that lets you visually capture, organize and communicate ideas and information effectively
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DreamweaverWeb authoring tool
44=
Spring 2008: 43=2007: 26=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/dreamweaver.html
A powerful web authoring tool.
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eXeCourse authoring tool
44=
Spring 2008: 52=2007: 72=
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
For info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/exe.html
An authoring application to assist teachers and academics in the publishing of web content.
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OpenOfficeOffice software suite
44=
Spring 2008: 41=2007: 31=
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/openoffice.html
An office suite of tools to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations
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TypePadBlogging tool
44=
Spring 2008: 41=2007: 57=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/typepad.html
A blogging service with a number of pricing plans to host 1, 3 or more blogs as well as extra functionality like storage space, scheduling of postings etc.
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WetpaintWiki tool
44=
Spring 2008: 43=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/wetpaint.html
A service to create free wikis, simple to start; easy to build and fun to share
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Zoho SuiteOffice & productivity suite
44=
Spring 2008: 36=2007: 57=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/zoho.html
An office suite that includes the word processing, spreadsheet and presentation tools as well as tools like Zoho Meeting, Zoho Planner,Zoho Creator and Zoho Wiki.
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ExcelSpreadsheet software
50=
Spring 2008: 36=2007: 22=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/excel.html
This spreadsheet software is part of the Microsoft Office suite
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ElluminateWeb conferencing software
50=
Spring 2008: 52=2007: 50=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/elluminate.html
A solution for live e-learning and web collaboration.
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iPodMP3/podcast device
50=
Spring 2008: 48=2007: 43=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: Hardware
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/ipod.html
Mobile devices to listen to music and podcasts (in MP3 format) as well as watch videos.
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ThunderbirdEmail tool
50=
Spring 2008: 63=2007: 22=
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/thunderbird.html
An email client from Mozilla -the home of Firefox.
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DrupalContent management system
54=
Spring 2008: 79=2007: 72=
Cost: Free, Open Source Available: DownloadPlatform: Any platform that can support (1) a web sever capable of running PHP and (2) a database
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/drupal.html
It supports a variety of websites ranging from personal weblogs to large community-driven websites.
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Remember the MilkTask manager
54=
Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/rememberthemilk.html
Lets you manage your tasks quickly and easily, and works with Google Calendar, twitter, iPhone and gMail.
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FreeMindMind mapping tool
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Spring 2008: 52=2007: 50=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/freemind.html
A mind mapping tool that can be used as a high productivity tool.
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Second LifeVirtual World Application
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Spring 2008: 41=2007: 101=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/secondlife.html
Create an avatar and explore this virtual world - a highly imaginative, creative world,
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Survey MonkeySurvey & Questionnaire Tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/surveymonkey.html
Intelligent survey software for anyone to create professional online surveys quickly and easily.
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Acrobat ProfessionalCreate and control PDFs
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Spring 2008: 110=2007: 72=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/adobeacrobatpro.html
Create, combine, and control Adobe PDF documents for easy, secure distribution, collaboration and data collection
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PhotoshopPhoto/image editing tool
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Spring 2008: 64=2007: 50=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform:
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/photoshop.html
A photo imaging tool for professional and serious amateur photographers as well as graphic and web designers.
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EdublogsBlogging tool for educators
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Spring 2008: 43=2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/edublogs.html
Blogging for teachers and students, made easy
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GaragebandPersonal Recording Studio
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Spring 2008: 52=2007: -
Cost: FREE Available: DownloadPlatform: Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/garageband.html
A personal recording studio, part of the Apple iLife Suite.
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Google SitesWeb / wiki Tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 101=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/jotspot.html
Lets you create simple, secure group websites.
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MindmeisterMind mapping tool
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Spring 2008: 110=2007: 101=
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: HostedMore info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/mindmeister.html
A collaborative mind-mapping tool.
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KeynotePresentation software
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Spring 2008: 52=2007: 72=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Mac
More info: http://c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/keynote.html
Cinema-quality presentation software
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Adobe ConnectWeb conferencing software
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Spring 2008: 72= 2007: 52=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/adobeconnect.html
A communication system that provides enterprise web communication and online collaboration.
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BasecampProject management tool
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/basecamp.html
Tool that lets you manage and track projects (or simply ideas) and quickly create client/project extranets.
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Google AppsWeb conferencing software
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Spring 2008: 52= 2007: 101=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: Hosted
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/googleapps.html
Software-as-a-service for business email, information sharing and security
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iMovieVideo editing software
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Spring 2008: 79= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Mac
More info: c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/imovie.html
Makes viewing and working with video as intuitive as enjoying your photos, part of Apple iLife Suite
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JoomlaContent management system
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Spring 2008: 101= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Requires fully operational web server, database and the server side scripting language PHP
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/joomla.html
Content management system to build web sites and powerful online applications.
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NotepadHTML and text editor
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/notepad.html
Simple text editor - useful for writing HTML, code or just unformatted notes..
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OneNotePersonal information manager
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/onenote.html
Gather your information in one place..
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OperaWeb browser
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/opera.html
Award winning browser for your computer and/or mobile phone and other mobile devices.
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PollDaddyPolling and survey tool
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Spring 2008: 79= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/polldaddy.html
Create polls and surveys for the web and for Twitter.
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StumbleuponPolling and survey tool
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Spring 2008: 52= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted (Downloadable toolbar)
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/stumbleupon.html
Surf the internet to find great websites, videos, photos and more based on your interests.
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Windows Live WriterBlogging tool
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Spring 2008: 110= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/windowslivewriter.html
A desktop tool that makes it easy to publish rich content to your blog. .
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UstreamLive video broadcasting tool
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/ustream.html
In just minutes you can broadcast and interact with a global audience - all it takes is a camera and an internet connection.
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YugmaWeb Meeting Tool
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Spring 2008: 64= 2007: 72=
Cost: Free/CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/yugma.html
Instant real-time desktop sharing, virtual meetings and web conferencing, whiteboard, annotate and ability to share files.
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ZoteroFirefox Browser Extension
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Spring 2008: 79= 2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/zotero.html
Firefox extension to help you collect, manage, and cite your research sources
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Adobe ReaderPDF Reader
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Spring 2008: 76= 2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Unix/Linux, Mobile
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/adobereader.html
Well known and well regarded PDF Reader.
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NvuWeb authoring tool
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Spring 2008: 48=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/nvu.html
A complete web authoring system that makes managing a web site a snap
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TeacherTubeVideo Sharing Site
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Spring 2008: 76=2007: 57
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/teachertube.html
A place where you can host, tag and share instructional videos
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Adobe PresenterPowerPoint-based e-learning tool
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Spring 2008: 110=2007: 72=
Cost: CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/adobepresenter.html
A tool to rapidly create Adobe Flash presentations and eLearning courses from PowerPoint
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Bubbl.usMind Mapping Tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 101=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/bubblus.html
A simple web application that lets you brainstorm online
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Course LabCourse authoring tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 101=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/courselab.html
A powerful, yet easy-to-use, e-learning authoring tool for creating interactive e-learning content.
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FurlSocial Bookmarking Tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 72=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/furl.html
Makes it easy to save, share, and explore favourite web pages.
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Internet ExplorerWeb browser
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Spring 2008: 52=2007: 31=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/ie.html
Web browser that comes as part of the Windows/Vista operating system .
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GIMPImage/photo editing tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 43=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/gimp.html
Software for tasks such as photo retouching, image composition and image authoring.
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JottImage/photo editing tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/jott.html
Converts your voice into emails, text messages, reminders, lists and appointments.
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LibraryThingBook cataloguing tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/librarything.html
An easy, library-quality catalogue that also connects you with people who read the same things.
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MediaWikiWiki tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: 36=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Unix/Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/mediawiki.html
The wiki engine that powers Wikipedia, so any wiki site based on MediaWiki has the Wikipedia look and feel.
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MovieMakerVideo editor
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Spring 2008: Not ranked2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/moviemaker.html
Create, edit, and share your home movies right on your computer
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Paint.NETImage/photo editing software
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Spring 2008: 52=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/paint.html
Features an intuitive and innovative user interface with support for layers, unlimited undo, special effects, and a wide variety of useful and powerful tools.
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SafariWeb browser
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Spring 2008: 72=2007: 79=
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Mac, Windows
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/safari.html
With its simple elegant interface, Safari gets out of your way and lets you enjoy the web.
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ScribdDocument hosting site
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Spring 2008: 64=2007: 50=
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/scribd.html
A place to store documents - doc, ppt, pdf, xls, etc and share them with others.
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SMART Interactive whiteboard tools
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: Free / CommercialAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/smartboard.html
At the heart of every SMART interactive whiteboard lies award-winning software that can help transform your classroom or meeting space into a dynamic learning environment
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TiddlyWikiPersonal wiki tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Mac, Unix
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/tiddlywiki.html
A single file which has all the characteristics of a wiki - including all of the content, the functionality and the style sheet.
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TumblrMicro-blogging service
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Spring 2008: 110=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/tumblr.html
Tumblelogs are the easiestway to express yourself, as Tumblr makes it effortless to share text, photos, quotes, links, music, and videos, from your browser, phone, desktop, email, or wherever you happen to be.
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TwhirlSocial Software Client
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Spring 2008: Not ranked2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Requires Adobe Air
More info:http://c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/twhirl.html
A desktop client for social software such as Twitter, Friendfeed, identi.ca, or seesmic
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WinkSoftware Demonstration Tool
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Spring 2008: 64=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: DownloadPlatform: Windows, Linux
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/wink.html
A tool primarily aimed at creating tutorials on how to use software (like a tutor for MS-Word/Excel etc).
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ZamzarFile conversion tool
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Spring 2008: 79=2007: Not ranked
Cost: FreeAvailable: Hosted
More info:c4lpt.co.uk/Top100Tools/zamzar.html
Convert files online without the need to download software.