Web app Padlet calls itself a "multimedia friendly, free-form, real-time wiki." Which is to say, it's a blank canvas where you can throw ideas around with a virtual group. Each participant can post his or her thoughts, along with any files, photos, videos, and links that pertain to the discussion.
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I hosted a Padlet conversation between me, myself, and I using a MacBook, a Windows laptop, and an iPad. Padlet worked flawlessly on each device. Let's take a look at how it works.
To start a Padlet session, head to its Web site and click the yellow "Build a wall" button. It's that easy -- no registration required. You'll be greeted with a blank canvas with a toolbar running along the right edge. To invite others to you wall, click the share button on the right; sharing options include e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. In the sharing options, you can also snap a picture of your wall ... [Read more]
by Matt Elliott via CNET How To
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