8/25/2011

App Spotlight: Easybib


Easybib is an app that's available for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. It allows users to scan a barcode on a book to quickly create citations using MLA, APA or Chicago format.


Ideas for the classroom

Individual students: The online Easybib website is very useful for creating bibliographies. Students can now use this app to quickly create citations without having to type in the information..

Tip: A classroom Easybib account may be useful if this app is being used with younger children.

Caution: It is always a good idea for children to do a visual scan of the citation/bibliography to confirm format and completeness.

Quick Facts

Description: Scan a book's barcode to quickly create a citation for it.
Cost: Free
Link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/easybib/id436768184?mt=8
Grade Levels: Upper Elementary +
Groupings: Individual

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