CoolTool #5 VoiceThread

Voice Thread (VT) is a cloud application (no downloading required) that allows teachers and students to present create, comment and share information,.

Create- Users may create a presentation by using PowerPoints, pictures, videos or audio files. Over fifty types of media may be used in VT

 Comment- The presenter may use audio, webcam, typed texted or cell phone to help present the written information 

 Share- Presenter may choose to have their VT open to the public or for private use only

 Example of Voice Thread using a Powerpoint



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