Create 4.1.1 Define and Explain Learning Object Authoring Tools

Resource List of Learning Object Authoring Tools 

Free/Open Source Tools 

1. http://camstudio.org/
   CamStudio is a free streaming video software used to create industry quality video files. As an authoring tool this source could be used to create demonstration videos, information, and product based videos among many more options. 
   
2. www.wiggio.com
   Wiggio is a great tool for collaborative learning or a flipped classroom. It can be used in instruction to host meetings, create task list, manage events, and more. The cos ti absolutely free and trusted by over 1 million users.
3. www.prezi.com
   Increasingly gaining more and more popularity Prezi is becoming one of the most used authoring tools for presentations and it is free. However there are commercial use options available that allow for private sharing and more storage. 

Fee/Subscription Based

1. http://www.articulate.com/
   Articulate is a community based e-learning software that is used to create e-learning courses. It house 2 different products that gives access to interactive storylines or presentation. This tool could be used in instruction to create stunning interactions without programming knowledge. There is a cost for the service though it has a 30 day trial.
2. http://www.courselab.com
   CourseLab is a web authoring tool that gives you the ability to create interactive content and publish online. This tool is ideal for an LMS system and offers updates, support, and samples. in an online environment instructors can use it to house their own course curriculum or other valuable information.

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