Free Web-based Software #2 - Sumo Paint

I chose to take a look at Sumo Paint as they state they are the "webs best image editor."  I did not pay to upgrade to Pro, I simply used the free form of the software.  As far as an image editor, it had a lot of options to use.  That is good when you know what you are doing, but if not it took some time to figure out how to use it.  I like other photo editing software that shows a preview of what tools would do to the picture.  I did not see it on my visit to this website.  I did like the ability to add text to the photos and took several of my daughter and added her name and the date it was taken.  As far as use in the classroom, I teach math and my students don't typically need a photo editor for class.  If a class needed a photo editor, I would recommend the students giving this a try!

Free Web-based Software #1 - GOOGLE DOCS

Google Docs is a great way to create documents, spreadsheet, and even presentations in a way such that multiple members of a group can provide input and make changes.  I really like the fact that it saves when any changes are made (eliminating students issues when files are just "gone").  I also enjoy the fact that you can see past versions of the document (or spreadsheet).  The only downfall that I have found on google docs is the requirement of internet.  This is not an issue for most students, but for a small handful it is an issue.  One thing that I did not get to see how it works is when multiple people work on the document at the same time.  According to information on google docs, many people can edit it at the same time.  Another great feature for collaborators (especially those students that like to wait until the last minute to finish a project).  I have had students use this free web-based software to complete a project for a statistics class and it worked very well for them!  I strongly recommend that others check out this software.