Tech Tools
In this section, you will find online tools and apps to assist you with studying, collaborating online, presenting, website creation/coding, and social media. Even better, most of these tech tools are provided free of charge. Click the links below for a brief description of each tool.
Google Drive
Store, create, and edit documents in the virtual Google Drive.
Evernote
Create notes, store media, and sync across devices.
OneNote
Create your own digital notebooks for your classes. Take notes, organize media, and add audio from your lectures.
A Web Whiteboard
Collaboratively draw or write on a virtual whiteboard, then save or share the image.
Use this content curation software to create boards of articles, sites, and images related to your interests. Share your thoughts on this content to build your personal brand.
Diigo
Annotate and archive pages, then share them on social media using this cloud-based software.
My Study Life
Add your class times, assignment deadlines, and more to keep track of everything academic.
Clockwork Tomato
Using the Pomodoro technique, set your own timers to help you stay on task. (Only available on Android.)
Any.do
Create to-do lists and set reminders for today, tomorrow, or someday.
Wunderlist
Keep track of important tasks and due dates.
Trello
Use visuals and images to create to-do lists and collaborate with others on projects.
Google Keep
Make short notes, create to-do lists, and set reminders.
Habitica
Create your own character and level up by completing tasks. Play with friends to defeat monsters and earn rewards.
Rewire
A "don't break the chain" type app. Make goals and do your best to keep a daily chain going. (Only available on Android.)
Any.do
Create to-do lists and set reminders for today, tomorrow, or someday.
Wunderlist
Keep track of important tasks and due dates.
Trello
Use visuals and images to create to-do lists and collaborate with others on projects.
Google Keep
Make short notes, create to-do lists, and set reminders.
Text2MindMap
Create mind maps online to brainstorm and organize your thoughts.
Google Drive
Store, create, and edit documents in the virtual Google Drive.
Learn more about creating, sharing, and collaborating on documents with Google Drive
Microsoft OneDrive
Use your Algonquin email account to store, create, and edit documents in Microsoft's virtual OneDrive.
Google Hangouts
Make video or audio calls, chat online, send documents, and share your screen.
Skype
Make video or audio calls, chat online, send documents, and share your screen.
Join.me
Share your screen with others using this video conferencing software.
Dropbox
Upload, store, and share your documents digitally.
Google Drive
Store, create, and edit documents in the virtual Google Drive.
Learn more about uploading and sharing files with Google Drive
Microsoft OneDrive
Use your Algonquin email account to store, create, and edit documents in Microsoft's virtual OneDrive.
Learn more about Microsoft OneDrive
Learn more about uploading and sharing files to Microsoft OneDrive using Office 2013
Prezi
Create presentations that navigate through one large canvas instead of traditional slides.
Piktochart
Create professional-looking infographics with this user-friendly software. No graphic design experience needed!
Canva
Design appealing, customisable graphics for web and print.
A Web Whiteboard
Collaboratively draw or write on a virtual whiteboard, then save or share the image.
Wix
Create web and mobile sites with this drag-and-drop web development platform.
Weebly
Create web and mobile sites with this drag-and-drop web development platform.
Raspberry Pi
Explore programming and create just about anything with this tiny, low-cost computer.
Codecademy
Learn to code in 11 different programming languages using Codecademy's interactive, online classes.
Online Video Tutorials
Improve your skills in website creation, coding, social media, and more through online video tutorials from Lynda.com!
Full time Algonquin students are provided full access to all of the courses available once they have created an account through Online Resources.
- Click here to learn how to create a Lynda.com account.
- If you already have created a Lynda.com account through Online Resources, go directly to Lynda.com
Twitter
Share your thoughts in 140-character tweets. Your Twitter account is a reflection of your personal brand, so tweet wisely!
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LinkedIn
Build an online professional profile and network with others in your field.
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Scoop.it
Use this content curation software to create boards of articles, sites, and images related to your interests. Share your thoughts on this content to build your personal brand.
Learn more about Scoop.it
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