Technology+Help+Sites

= Atomic Learning =
 * Atomic Learning is actually an education-based resource that markets itself to K-12 and Higher Education. What the site offers are workshops, assessment tools, teaching tools, storytelling tools, professional development tools, and technology assistance. Individual subscriptions run for $169.99 for the basic package (there are multiple package and price points). If a person or group is thinking of purchasing that person or group can also "request a demo" to better get a grasp of what the site is about. One can subscribe to the site's newsletter or check out the site's blog for free.
 * While I do not work in an educational institution, I feel this service could provide a public library with tutorials as well. Alternatively, working in higher learning, I could see myself using this resource
 * I first encountered this tool via my sister who made me aware of it during one of her education courses.

1. "Atomic Learning." 2012. Atomic Learning, Inc. 23 Apr. 2012. [].

= TechSoup For Libraries =
 * TechSoup is a nonprofit site that offers ways for libraries to get its their hands on physical technology--like computers--as well as other technology like webinars, training resources or "cookbooks," and other training resources. The site also features a blog and a "Library spotlight" section which takes a look at what different libraries are doing with digital resources.
 * This service would is a great resource, especially for low income libraries. I can see myself using it in the future as an extra source of technology information or even as a very important one if I am working in a lower income situation.
 * I first encountered this tool when doing research for this toolkit.

2. "TechSoup." 2012. TechSoup Global via Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. 23 Apr. 2012. [].

= Internet 4 Classrooms =
 * Despite Internet for Classrooms being geared toward the classroom, the application could work in libraries that are helping kids to use computers and integrate technology in their daily lives. The site offers links for kids and parents, test preparation, "skill building" for various age levels, and tutorials for all kinds of computer programs and operating systems.
 * I could foresee using this resource in the future as a reference resource, especially in terms of the skill building areas and the test preparation.
 * I first encountered this tool while looking into test preparation information on the Internet.

3. "Internet 4 Classrooms." 2010. Internet4Classrooms, LLC. 23 Apr. 2012. [].

= Woopid =
 * Woopid is a video tutorial site that covers a multitude of technology help. There are multiple ways to search Woopid and either get a "bundle" or tutorials or search individually. Custom tutorials can also be ordered. Viewers can become members to the site, but memberships are not required to view tutorials.
 * I have used several tutorials in the past, could see using more, and could also see recommending tutorials.
 * I first used this tool when looking into Firefox 3.

4. "Woopid." 2010. Woopid. 23 Apr. 2012.[| http://www.woopid.com/].

= Common Craft =
 * Common Craft is a video help site that is meant to teach educators, as well as many businesses and their employees. Everything from "developing search strategies," to "phishing scams" to "secure passwords" and using social networking like Twitter as a professional development resource on the site. A subscription to Common Craft is required and is sold either to businesses or non-profits. The price ranges between $159 and $4,999.
 * I have seen some of these videos used in the classroom. I could also see myself using these in the future should my business or institution acquire or be able to acquire the service.
 * These videos were first introduced to me by Kym Kramer in my School Media course.

5. "Common Craft." 2012. Common Craft, LLC. 23 Apr. 2012. [].

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