Comics+Sketch

=[|Comics Sketch]= Comics Sketch is an online application which enables artists to create, tag, share, and comment on comics.

=__**Resources**__= [|History]- Information on the creator and abilities of Comics Sketch. [|Video]- A video tutorial made by the creator of Comics Sketch to visually show the capabilities of this application. [|Video]- A video sample of a short comic in the making.

=__**SWOT**__=

**Strengths**

 * Free
 * Easy to create account
 * Comic rating
 * Comic views and rating statistics
 * Export codes provided
 * Ability to post to almost any public sharing site such as [|Facebook], [|Myspace], [|Blogger], [|Vox], etc.
 * Can create "books" of comics
 * Can create individual comic strips and add them to the comic books
 * You can draw your own avatar/profile picture

**Weaknesses**

 * Not made for beginning users. More for an intermediate/advanced user.
 * No text box features
 * Not a quick project- must spend time and effort on projects
 * Comics are public
 * This website can be blocked at school
 * Requires time and practice in using tools
 * Must create account to access the tool
 * Requires e-mail address for membership sign up

**Opportunities**

 * Communicate with other artists
 * Share written and illustrative art with others
 * Search for themed or specific topics/titles of others' comics

**Threats**

 * Easy for others to view what content is being posted online
 * Students may have access to content that is inappropriate

=__**Ideas for the Classroom**__=
 * Use as an introduction activity to a graphic novel unit
 * Use as a plot time line
 * Use for illustrated poetry
 * Use as a tool for ESOL students to practice reading and writing