Readings

Slaves to technology

6 must have pieces of software:
Inspiration (or for younger students "Kidspiration") - this is a piece of software that allows the user to combine keywords and images to create "concept" or thinking maps.
Camtasia - this piece of software "videos" the computer screen as you work on it and records your voice as you explain what you are doing.
Powerpoint - excellent presentational software. If used effectively can be highly visual and engaging. A good tool for supporting student presentations allowing them to talk through and explain their work and ideas.
Hotpotatoes - free software which allows the user to create a range of drag and drop or multiple response tests.
Sound Forge - this piece of software allows you to easily record and edit soundfiles.
And don't forget "Word for windows" - few people make full use of this piece of software. For example you can attach sound files to bring the text to life or the "Insert" function to add comment boxes which appear automatically when the cursor moves over a particular word. You can also add hyper text links which automatically take the user to relevant websites at the click of a button or simply use the high light function to pick out keywords in different colours.

Thanks to Mark Lovatt and Derek Wise