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Creately

Creately is a web-based platform that allows users to create, collaborate on, and share various types of diagrams, flowcharts, mind maps, and wireframes. Its intuitive interface and real-time collaboration capabilities make it a versatile tool for visualizing ideas, processes, and concepts.

Creately is a SaaS tool designed by Cinergix and has two versions: an online cloud edition and a downloadable offline edition for desktop which is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux.

Where is the tool used?

Creately finds applications in various sectors:

Education: Facilitating interactive learning through visual representations of concepts and processes.

Business: Supporting project planning, process mapping, and team collaboration. It provides Data-linked visual apps to streamline efforts and processes.

Design and Project Management: Creating wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for various design projects, like Product Design, Software Design, IT, HR, Marketing, Sales.

How to use the tool?

Utilizing Creately involves the following steps:

Select a Diagram Type: Choose from a variety of diagram templates, based on the purpose of your diagram.

Add Shapes and Elements: Drag and drop shapes, text, and other elements onto the canvas.

Connect and Arrange: Establish connections between elements and arrange them logically.

Customize Appearance: You can modify colors, fonts, and styles of the templates at disposal to enhance the visual impact.

Collaborate: Invite others to collaborate in real-time on the same diagram.

Specifics for SEL contexts

Creately is particularly advantageous in SEL contexts by:

Real-time Collaborative Visualization: Learners collaboratively develop and modify diagrams during live sessions, enhancing engagement and understanding.

Interactive Concept Exploration: Real-time exploration of visual representations fosters deeper comprehension of complex topics.

Learning activities

Boost online student involvement:
Utilizing Mind Maps to Promote Brainstorming
Engage learners in effective brainstorming about topics and classes and assist them in expanding their knowledge by working with others.

Concept maps can help users comprehend new concepts better:
Make connections between what people already know about a subject and your newly acquired knowledge.

Using graphic organizers, students' learning can be improved:
Use engaging, interactive graphic organizers to make learning more fascinating and captivating.

Making Use of Lesson Plans to Create Successful Learning Experiences:
Create engaging learning activities and devise teaching techniques to keep your students' attention during lessons.