eFront

JANUARY 16, 2011

News from the e-learning frontier Pages Home About Community Free e-Learning Resources Contribute to the e-Learning Community 1/16/2011 Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Learning Open source software can be used as we wish, without long-term commitments and with a community of professionals that extend and support them.

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Text-to-Speech Open Source Open Authoring Tools 102

Jane Hart

JANUARY 9, 2011

In the list of Live tools in my Directory of Learning tools you can find nearly 120 tools for web, audio and video conferencing, screen sharing as well as accessing/ building virtual worlds. Reply Tweets that mention Alternatives for Dimdim -- Topsy.com says: January 10, 2011 at 2:13 pm [.] Subscribe by email Adverts.

DimDim 172

DimDim Alternatives iPad RSS 172

Learning Visions

JUNE 26, 2009

Web conferencing services like DimDim now offer the equivalent of WebEx. Kineo has recently worked on creating a classroom management add-on for a corporate client and has a fabulous Moodle reporting tool. And “in times like these…” Why pay for a pricey LMS when you can Moodle or Drupal or Sakai ? It looks so very bland. Pretty plain.

Moodle 113

Moodle Corporate eLearning Open Source Brandon Hall 113

Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 11, 2008

I found a Google doc via delicious that I have a feeling wasn't intended to be public, but it has such a wonderful comparison of the various web conferencing tools that I felt compelled to copy it here and as a new Google Doc in case the document goes away.

Web 100

Web Services Google Docs Elluminate 100

eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 2, 2010

This is in reference the immense and rapidly expanding technology tools. It is tough to stay on top of all the emerging tools. Not only am I often made aware of new tools, but also get opinions, tips, and examples of their use. So, I browsed "Tools" by keyword on eLearningLearning.

Big Question 100

Big Question WebPod Studio Social Networks ePodcast Creator 100

Mindflash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Tools to Out-Teach Your Competitor. Fortunately, there are lots of tools out there to make it easier. DimDim – Free web conferencing tool. Taking the out-teaching approach isn’t easy: it takes a significant investment in time and energy. Wufoo – Create surveys and feedback forms to collect data.

Teach 85

Teach DimDim Online Jing 85

Mindflash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Tools to Out-Teach Your Competitor. Fortunately, there are lots of tools out there to make it easier. DimDim – Free web conferencing tool. Taking the out-teaching approach isn’t easy: it takes a significant investment in time and energy. Wufoo – Create surveys and feedback forms to collect data.

Teach 82

Teach DimDim Online Jing 82

Clive on Learning

OCTOBER 26, 2009

The formula appears to be pretty consistent: Purchase some licenses for one of the more popular rapid authoring tools, typically Articulate / Adobe Presenter (for PowerPoint-based content) or Adobe Captivate (where there's more of an IT training bias).

Blended Learning 69

Blended Learning Authoring Tools Virtual Classroom DimDim 69

eFront

JANUARY 10, 2011

eLearning Uncovered: From Concept to Execution does a nice job of walking beginners through all aspects of eLearning from choosing an LMS, design tools, and the actual course design. The truth is that there are a lot of books for e-Learning professionals. The companion site also has some excellent check-lists for future use.

Beginner 109

Beginner Open Source Social Networks Storyboard 109

eFront

JANUARY 5, 2011

CamStudio - (Authoring Tool) CamStudio is able to record all screen and audio activity on your computer and create industry-standard AVI video files and using its built-in SWF Producer can turn those AVIs into lean, mean, bandwidth-friendly Streaming Flash videos (SWFs). All assets are configured to be played back in a pre-configured order.

Authoring Tools 111

Authoring Tools Xerte eXe Corporate eLearning 111

eFront

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Social Networks 109

Social Networks Open Source Text-to-Speech Storyboard 109

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 20, 2009

My primary interest here are the methods and tools that allow us to work better as part of remote work teams. Let me admit that I'm likely in over my head when talking about methods and tools for collaboration. as well as knowing about tools and methods. as well as knowing about tools and methods.

Collaboration 100

Collaboration Wiki Ning Social Networks 100

Learning Visions

JULY 20, 2009

My weak connection probably contributed to my choppy audio delivery, but all in all things went smooth with DimDim. It turns out that I have wrong in my belief that elearning tools are no good as a learning management system, as I have been thinking since I heard of the concept. Take the Survey!

Compliance Training 100

Compliance Training Knowledge Productivity Product 100

eLearning 24-7

JULY 27, 2010

Very very impressive, with mega features including desktop sharing, audio/video, whiteboards, along with remote administration tools, a moderating system, and a tool for importing documents in 32 different formats, integrates well with Moodle, but you do not need to have Moodle. Open Meetings - based on Google code. Meetings24.tv

Open Source 70

Open Source Web Open VOIP 70

eFront

DECEMBER 12, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Storyboard 110

Storyboard Templates Free Authoring Tools 110

OpenSesame

DECEMBER 30, 2011

Jane Hart’s Top 100 Learning Tools. When DimDim ceased operation, where did I turn? When I needed a simple video editing tool, who did I consult for advice? Jane Hart’s Top 100 Learning Tools listing is an excellent resource for finding the tech tool you need for any challenge.

Resources 52

Resources Wiki DimDim Write Blog 52

eFront

JULY 23, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Module 86

Module Social Networks Open Source Text-to-Speech 86

eFront

APRIL 8, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

ADL 84

ADL SCORM Adoption Adopt 84

eFront

DECEMBER 26, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Blogging 101

Blogging Social Networks Open Source Storyboard 101

eFront

APRIL 13, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Social Networks 78

Social Networks Facebook Open Source Text-to-Speech 78

eFront

AUGUST 2, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

RSS 58

RSS Module Social Networks Open Source 58

eFront

JULY 12, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Social Networks 74

Social Networks Firefox Open Source Storyboard 74

eFront

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Twitter 108

Twitter Community Informal Social Networks 108

eFront

AUGUST 24, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Version 56

Version Social Networks Open Source Text-to-Speech 56

eFront

MAY 1, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Social Networks 40

Social Networks Text-to-Speech Open Source Storyboard 40

eFront

MARCH 30, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Tips 55

Tips Social Networks Open Source Text-to-Speech 55

eFront

OCTOBER 24, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Stock 111

Stock Photo Site Social Networks 111

eFront

JUNE 1, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Course 65

Course Social Networks Open Source Storyboard 65

eFront

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

UdutuTeach This application allows you to import courses from myUdutu (authoring tool). In my opinion, we can not use Facebook as a Learning Management System but we can use Facebook as a tool that will enhance/support an e-Learning course. Apps and tools are great but do most materials currently used work with social networks?

Social Networks 111

Social Networks Facebook Open Source VLE 111

eFront

MAY 3, 2010

“These outstanding tools and systems propel the learning profession forward,&# said Brandon Hall, Ph.D., Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. chairman of the Awards program. The entries were evaluated by independent judges around the world.

Brandon Hall 40

Brandon Hall Learning Technologies Technology Social Networks 40

eFront

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

For more info and additional options on this tool check: [link] 3) You can integrate eFront with Facebook, Wordpress, Joomla, LDAP or Amember Either through our Social layer, or through the help of our users community, eFront can be integrated with a variety of other systems.

Social Networks 53

Social Networks Wiki Open Source Joomla 53

eFront

MARCH 30, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

Site 40

Site Social Networks Open Source Text-to-Speech 40

eFront

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

Therefore, as we move forward, we all must consider when, how, and why we integrate the tools that we do into our classrooms. => for Associations Jeff delivers an easy-to-read primer on how to leverage social media tools to expand the learning value that associations deliver. Dunlap Protocols for Online Discussions Joanna C.

Blended Learning 112

Blended Learning Free Authoring Tools eLearning Guild 112

Clive on Learning

OCTOBER 18, 2006

DimDim , open source web conferencing. Wink , the free software capture/demo tool. The irony is that these tools work together, relatively seamlessly. At the moment I'm either using or considering using all of the following: Moodle , the open source virtual learning environment. Vyew , free web conferencing and collaboration.

Software 40

Software Wink Google Docs DimDim 40

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Salesforce.com reportedly close to acquiring DimDim (web conferencing solution). When a Course Authoring Tool Built-In is not a Free Built-In. That said, I have to say I was in shock when I found out that Topyx LMS by Interactyx is offering their built in course authoring tool as a FEE based solution and not free. This is FALSE.

Flash to HTML5 Conversion 69

Flash to HTML5 Conversion Association LMS Association Learning Management System Market 69

eFront

NOVEMBER 21, 2010

e-Learning Curve by Michael Hanley Michael Hanleys blog covers topics such as e-learning, web-based e-learning, technology in education, e-learning tools, learning 2.0 MinuteBio by Jeffery Goldman This blog is to share opinions, tips, and resources on e-learning, m-learning, and the tools used to design and develop high quality courses.

Social Networks 104

Social Networks Blogging Custom eLearning Development Authoring Tools 104

eFront

JUNE 9, 2010

Recent Comments Blog Archive ► 2011 (3) ► January (3) Free and Open Source Text to Speech Tools for e-Le. Free Stock Photos Sites for e-Learning Free and Open Source Authoring Tools for e-Learnin. Top 5 e-Learning books for beginners Top 10 Open Source e-Learning Projects to Watch fo. to version 3.6.6

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Authoring Tools Social Networks Open Source Storyboard 40