Genially
Principal function(s): Poster/infographic creatorsSlide presentingPresenting (e.g. lecturing, storytelling)TeacherStudentYou Supply
Genially is a web-based tool for creating interactive and visually appealing presentations, infographics, and other visual content. Users can create multimedia content by adding text, images, videos, animations, and interactive elements to their Genially projects. These projects can then be shared online or embedded into websites or presentations. Genially also provides pre-made templates that facilitate and speed up the creation process easier. Genially offers a free limited version and requires users to sign up for an account to access the platform and create content. Genially was developed by a team of designers and developers based in Spain.
Evaluation: Genially is a valuable and engaging resource for making presentations and infographics, along with other types of content. It can be used for various purposes, including educational presentations or interactive storytelling. While it does not specifically target linguistic skills, it can be used to enhance presentations and materials that involve language learning or communication. Genially’s interface is user-friendly. A disadvantage is that the content created cannot be downloaded with the free version, although it can be edited and accessed by other users.
Cost: Free limited version with registration + paid plans available.
Website: https://www.genial.ly
Categories
Type Of Interaction
- Presenting (e.g. lecturing, storytelling)
Usability
Interface 
User-friendliness/complexity of the tool´s interface
User-friendly, modern.
Time efficiency Time needed for mastering the „how-to“ of the tool and a production of a task
High, especially if using pre-made templates.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to
English, French, Spanish, German, and Brazilian Portuguese.
Respect for privacy Does the tool require registration? Who can see my data? Can I remain anonymous?
High. Genially collects user data for reasonable purposes, such as running the platform itself or fulfilling contractual obligations. It shares data with third parties yet following the same principles. No user data is sold to third parties. Genially mentions security measures in its privacy policy, together with data storing in the EEA. It also states users’ right to access, rectify, or oppose data, as well as the “Right to be forgotten”. Genially complies with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Possiblity to save your or others´ work for reuse/reproduction
Yes, login required.
Tailorability (If so, how?) Possibility of the tool to be used for a range of different activities (e.g. to what extent you can organize a project assignment with a central activity based on this tool)
Yes, users can provide their own images, texts, and others and customise the content of your graphics.
Technical requirements
Compatibility/ Operating System
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