Zotero

=[|Zotero] - Collect, manage, and cite resources=

Resources
Zotero Tutorials 7 Things you should know about Zotero Zotero Nation on Facebook Twitter @ zotero Zotero - Add on for Mozilla Zotero Slideshare

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Strengths:

 * Ability to annotate, highlight web page - encourages reading comprehension
 * Instant referencing/citation tool
 * Easy to use drag/drop citation from Zotero into word processor with automatic formatting based on the chosen citation style
 * Allows sharing of annotations, total collaboration
 * Organizes your research through tags, etc.
 * Automatically identifies page as book, article, etc.
 * Enables note-taking on same page without using other applications
 * Can upload/attach other files, pics, etc.
 * It's free!!!!
 * Helps access RSS feeds to 'expert sites'
 * Good video introduction
 * Integration into Microsoft Word
 * Safety of saving all the information locally
 * Can sync to Zotero server so that resources can be accessed from any computer
 * "People" tab on the Zotero website connects users to researchers of multiple disciplines and their work
 * "People" tab streamlines and filters research results because it is organized by research subject matter enabling users to easily find multiple resources for the specific search criteria

Weaknesses:

 * Must use Firefox, Netscape
 * Students cannot view others' comments
 * Does not currently offer an easy option for sharing resources with others.
 * Cannot import source information from plain text documents.
 * Need a user-id/pwd in order to sync to the server
 * If a website is not compatible with Zotero a manual reference entry can be made; cannot save automatically - ease of use becomes less

Opportunities:

 * Students can record their thinking while reading a website.
 * By emphasizing accurate citations and automating the process, Zotero helps students learn and adopt proper practices.
 * Zotero can help faculty and students use resources in creative and effective ways to support their research
 * Searching among public groups may allow researchers the opportunity to find new resources that may help in their research

Threats:
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 * Have students research online a topic and teach about citing sources
 * Students find a website/page about a particular topic. Have students record their thinking throughout the cite/page/blog
 * Have students connect with the Zotero community using the "People" to find specific information, and have access to multiple sources of scholarly works