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Getting Started with Learning Apps

Introduction to Learning Cubes

• The video introduces "Learning Cubes," a free web application for creating interactive educational exercises that can be shared with students.

• Users are guided to access the main page of the application by searching for "learning cubs" on Google, preferably using institutional credentials.

Setting Up an Account

• To use the platform, users must create a new account by selecting "create new user" and entering their name, email, and password.

• Acceptance of terms of service is mandatory, along with completing a security code verification to confirm they are not robots.

Navigating the Platform

• Once logged in, users can view tutorials that explain various functions within the program through helpful pop-up hints.

• The platform allows users to search for existing applications or create new ones from scratch. Searching can be done via keywords or by selecting categories based on school grade levels.

Creating Applications from Scratch

Steps to Create an App

• Users are instructed to select "create app," where they will follow prompts: have an idea, choose a template, fill in content, save the app, and share it.

• Various types of educational games can be created such as matching pairs or fill-in-the-blanks. Templates provide examples and guidance throughout the creation process.

Editing Features

• In the editing environment, users can modify titles and add pairs (e.g., text matching), which students will need to connect correctly.

• Users have options to include images alongside text; they can either upload images directly or search within provided libraries like Wikipedia.

Enhancing User Experience

Image Modification Tools

• After uploading images, users can edit them using built-in tools such as cropping and adding filters or stickers for customization.

Adding Interactive Elements

• The platform supports features like text-to-speech for language learning exercises. Users can input words in English and listen to pronunciations.

Incorporating Multimedia Content

Learning App Features and Functionality

Video Editing and Customization

• The speaker discusses how to use the learning app for video editing, including pasting content and making modifications to images.

• Users can select specific time segments of a video to show students, allowing for tailored educational experiences without sound if desired.

• The app allows users to create notes that assist students in answering questions, enhancing engagement through visual aids like images of an igloo and its inhabitant.

Previewing and Feedback

• After creating content, users can preview what students will see, ensuring clarity in instructions before finalizing the material.

• The app provides options for combining elements (like text and images), which helps clarify tasks for students by visually linking related concepts.

Saving and Modifying Applications

• Once satisfied with the creation, users can save their applications within their profile on the learning platform for future access or modification.

• Users have the option to edit existing applications or create similar ones from a template, facilitating efficient lesson planning.

Sharing Content with Students

• The system generates shareable links automatically; these links can be distributed via email or other platforms used in classrooms.

• Users are encouraged to copy links easily for sharing materials directly with students, enhancing accessibility.

Accessing Shared Links as Students

• Students accessing shared links may need guidance on opening them correctly; they should select all text of the link if issues arise.