bookr

=[|Bookr]= Bookr is another site, created by Pim Pam Pum out of Barcelona, that is powered by Flickr. Basically, you can create photo books using photos from Flickr by searching the tag or the user. You can also browse the user's archive.

Strengths:

 * It is free
 * It is very user-friendly
 * No sign-up hassles or annoying e-mail validations
 * You can literally drag and drop photos to create a photobook...very easy
 * It is great for all ages
 * Users can search Flickr for photos with Creative Commons licenses by using tags.
 * Attributions for photos are automatically added

Weaknesses:

 * It is very new so there have been a few glitches here and there
 * You can only use your own photos if you have a Flickr account because those are the only images it accepts

Opportunities:

 * A great way to replace a PowerPoint presentation
 * Ideal for collaboration because students can independently add to one project
 * Great for creating lasting memories of your classroom and students
 * Users can upload their own photos via Flickr and use them to create storybooks

Threats:

 * There is a possibility of students finding inappropriate photo books by searching for users
 * There is not a filter
 * All photos with Creative Commons licenses are searchable, some results may not be appropriate for students

Ideas for the classroom:

 * Use in replacement of a PowerPoint presentation
 * Have the students create a "Family Album" to introduce themselves to their classmates
 * Use in a digital photography class to showcase their photos
 * Students can search for photos and use their own writing to create digital storybooks.

Examples of Use in the Classroom:
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 * Use in Spanish class for visual interest to promote oral class discussion (Drag your cursor to top-right or bottom-right corner and click to "flip" pages.)
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