free technologies to make library instruction portable

Seth Allen, MLISAGS Outreach LibrarianBryan College

Free Online Tools to Make Library Instruction PortableMy Top 5 Picks

5. Google Presentations Implications For Libraries

● Converting old PowerPoints to Google Docs for a flipped classroom or online classes

● Easy embedding of YouTube videos

● Scrolling Announcements for Library Website/Blog/LibGuide

Very easy to embed YouTube Videos in Google Presentation!

4. Google Forms + FlubarooImplications for Libraries

● Good for summative assessments● Answers are saved in a virtual

spreadsheet which can be be graded AUTOMATICALLY with Flubaroo script

● Use as a back up for ILS system● Automate and share form

responses: ILL, Book Recommendation Forms, Requests for Library Instruction

3. Smore Sign/Infographic MakerImplications for Libraries

● Appealing visualization of data● Replacement for HTML pages

dealing with library instruction● Could be assigned to students to

visualize their research ● Portable info - pages can be

linked, embedded in LibGuides, Blogs, sites

2. Screen-Cast-O-MaticImplications for Libraries● Narrating video tutorials:

○ Databases○ PowerPoints○ Websites

● Creating a welcome video for new students/online students

1. Padlet Virtual PinboardImplications for Libraries

● Creates quick, interactive learning activities in/out of the classroom

● Engages visual and kinesthetic learners in ways the traditional lecture can’t

Runner Ups & Honorable Mentions

Infographic Makers

PiktoChart

Easel.ly

If I had more time, I could talk about many, many other technologies, including:

Google FusionCan be used to create

instant maps from a

spreasheet list or tables

from raw spreadsheet date

Screen Recorders

ScreenrJing

CamStudio

Presentation Software

Haiki DeckPrezi

Animation PowToon

GoAnimate