full+report+(draft)

Report on movie recorder devices

By Alex Plester

Rebecca Seinor

Leanne Fitzgerald

Stephanie Ahlfeld

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Contents page

Introduction Page 3

Portability Page 3

Ease of recording Page 3

Ease of uploading to a PC Page 4

File format produced Page 5

Ease of uploading to YouTube Page 5

Price Page 6

Conclusion Page 6

Recommendation Page 6

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 24px;">References Page 7

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 24px;">Appendix A Page 10

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 24px;">Appendix B Page 15

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 24px;">Appendix C Page 15

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Introduction

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">This report aims to investigate some of the movie recording equipment available on the market and evaluate these to determine which of the devices best suits the needs of the Federal Department of Widgets (The Department), which is planning for staff from a range of towns to create videos about information services in their local area. The recorders need to be user-friendly and suitable for the requirements outlined by The Department, being to publicise its information services in different towns and to show the human face of the organisation. It is not necessarily the best quality recorder that is required, but one that has the right capabilities and user-friendly functions. This report evaluates three movie creation devices: Samson Zoom Q3HD (known herafter as the Zoom Q3HD )<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">, Sony Bloggie Touch MHSTS20L (known herafter as the Sony Bloggie) and Apple iPod Touch 8GB (known hereafter as the iPod Touch), and evaluates them against six selected criteria which have been identified as being the main considerations for the requirements of The Department.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Portability

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Portability of the devices is key for spontaneous or location shooting. The portability of the devices is judged upon weight, dimensions and power source. The weight of the product needs to be considered as it determines the mobility and ease of use of the device. The iPod Touch comes in at the lightest device at 101 grams (Apple, 2011). The Zoom Q3HD and Sony Bloggie come in at a similar weight at about 125 grams each (Zoom, 2011) (Sony, 2011). The Zoom Q3HD claims to be 105 grams without batteries but as these are required for a workable device, this claim is quite unrealistic. The dimensions of the devices are also important as these determine how well the device will fit in a pocket or small bag. The iPod Touch is the slimmest of all the devices at only 7.2mm thick, however, it is also the widest which means it may not be pocket friendly (Apple, 2011). The Zoom Q3HD is the longest of the devices because of the fixture of real microphones caged at the top of the recorder (Zoom, 2011). All the recorders run without the need for a power point connection, however the Zoom Q3HD works on 2 AA batteries while the iPod Touch and Sony Bloggie need to be charged via an adaptor or USB connection (Hall, 2010) (Apple, 2011) (Zoom, 2011) (Sony, 2011) <span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">The Zoom Q3HD use of AA batteries can be an advantage as you can purchase supplies from almost any store however AA batteries often have less battery power than inbuilt ones (Hall, 2010) (Apple, 2011) (Zoom, 2011) (Sony, 2011). Although all devices are portable, the device that best meets the portability criteria is the iPod Touch as it is the lightest and smallest device.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Ease of recording

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Ease of recording is a very important consideration as it is vital to the overall ease of use of the device. All three devices are relatively user-friendly for recording. The Sony Bloggie and the Zoom Q3HD have both been described as simple, easy to learn devices which only require the user to turn the device on, point the device at the subject and press record when to commence recording (McHugh, 2011) (Steggy, 2011). Similarly, the iPod Touch requires the user to turn it on and then press the "camera" icon, ensuring it is switched to the "video" option and then press record to commence recording (Breen, 2010). The process to stop recording on all three devices is to press the record button again. All devices have very limited settings for the user to select. The iPod Touch allows the user to set the exposure by selecting a point within the touchscreen to set the focus (Apple Inc, 2011). The Sony Bloggie has auto-focus and also allows the user to nominate the video quality through the frame rate from two choices, the user can also switch to "macro mode" for close-up video (Swamipsn, 2010). The Zoom Q3HD has the most options which relate to the frame rate, scene mode and several audio types which could overwhelm an inexperienced user (Coldewey, 2011) (Steggy, 2011). With relatively limited video recording settings, the iPod Touch and the Sony Bloggie devices ensure that a beginner level user is not confused by complex settings that require an in-depth knowledge or experience. All three devices have ease of use as a key feature, they require little technical understanding which is ideal for the inexperienced user, however, the iPod Touch and the Sony Bloggie are slightly easier to record with as they have less complexity in their settings with the iPod Touch being the overall easiest device to record with.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Ease of upload to a PC

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Ease of uploading the recorded file to a PC is a highly important criteria to evaluate when choosing a device for the Department's proposed use. Both the Sony Bloggie and the Zoom Q3HD have built-in transfer modes (Sony Australia, n.d.) (Samson Tech, 2011). The Sony Bloggie has a pop-out USB 2.0 connector but its major fault is that there must be enough room on either side of the USB to fit the entire width of the camera. To overcome this problem, there is the option of using a USB cable or mini HDMI port if the PC is capable (Goldman, 2011). The software included with the device, although limited in its uses, is more than capable of transferring and organising the files from the device (Goldman, 2011). The Zoom Q3HD also has a built-in USB 2.0 connector, however unlike the bulky push-out of the Sony Bloggie, the Zoom Q3HD’s method of transfer is a pull-out cable (Colmines, 2010). In addition to USB, there is again the option of mini HDMI that allows video to be viewed on a TV directly from the device (Davies, 2004). This device has one type of transfer that is different from the others and which in our minds is the most important, it uses SD memory cards which not only aids in the ease of transfer but allows for the increase of memory, taking the capacity from 2GB (included) or 2 hours of filming, up to 32BG or 7 hours of filming (Bavas Music, 2011). The included software allows for some editing on the device and the HandyShare program is designed to aid in transfer (Samson Tech, 2011). The iPod Touch 8GB differs from the other two as its transfer cable is not built-in and the use of iTunes software is the only method of transferring files to a PC (Bell, 2010). The Zoom Q3HD offers the best option on this criterion as it has the most versatile methods of transfer, closely followed by the Sony Bloggie. The iPod Touch's one method of transfer via software means that it is the most difficult of the devices when uploading files to a PC.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Format of files produced

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Some terms used for movie files can be very confusing for the uninitiated: codecs, wrappers and container formats, however, each device's versatiliy of files produced is important to consider as it is an advantage if the files produced are compatable with the Department's operating systems. All the devices list MPEG-4/H.264 as being the video file format produced, MPEG-4 refers to a standard of container or wrapper and H.264 refers to the codec. The codec is the chief component that determines the quality of file produced (Treet TV, 2011) there is no cause for comparison on this point as all the devices use the same H.264 (high definition video) codec. Where the devices differ however, is on the wrapper. Both the Sony Bloggie and the iPod Touch use MP4 File Format (with the extension .mp4) and the Zoom Q3HD uses QuickTime File Format (QTFF with the extension .mov). The two files are virtually interchangeable in an Apple environment as QuickTime is an Apple proprietary program. Treet TV (2011) states that QTFF is “one of the most advanced containers in the world” but its major setback is it is poorly supported by Microsoft Windows which is the world’s most popular operating system. In fact, MP4 was developed directly from QTFF to be an international standard and is the most supported video container. Both .mp4 and .mov files are supported by YouTube but .mov files are generally unsupported by other proprietary devices such as DVD, Blu-ray or handheld media players. The Zoom Q3HD is therefore the least versatile device on file format produced from the Sony Bloggie and the iPod Touch (ironically an Apple product).

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Ease of upload to YouTube

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">The devices have varying degrees of ease of upload to YouTube, this is an important criteria as it relates to one of the key purposes of the device for the Department. The iPod Touch and the Sony Bloggie have both been designed with sharing videos on the internet in mind as videos from these two devices can be ‘tagged’ from the device itself (Ritchie, 2010) (B & H Foto & Electronics Corp, N.D.). The Sony Bloggie allows videos to be nominated to be sent to YouTube in anticipation for when the camera is connected to a compatible computer with an internet connection (Pierce, 2010), the Zoom Q3HD has no such option from the device. The iPod Touch is the most user-friendly of all the devices as it allows the user to upload videos directly to YouTube from the device itself. Using the touchpad, the user selects the video, selects the action icon, selects the ‘send to YouTube’ option, is prompted to log onto their YouTube account and then selects the ‘publish video’ option (Vandersteen, 2011).The Zoom Q3HD and the Sony Bloggie require the video to be downloaded to a computer prior to uploading to YouTube. These two devices utilise functions within their respective computer-based editing software to send the video to YouTube (Pierce, 2010) (Samson, N.D.). As the Sony Bloggie and the Zoom Q3HD require an additional stage to allow videos to be uploaded to YouTube, the iPod Touch is a more efficient and effective device in terms of the criteria ease of upload to YouTube.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Price

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">The price range between the devices is approximately $90 AUD which isn’t really that much considering the diversity of the three recorders and the quality of the videos they produce. The price is important as the Department has a strict budget to adhere to for which all expenses need to be justified. The iPod Touch was found to be the cheapest with a cost of $237 Kmart (Kmart, 2011). The Sony Bloggie was the middle of the price range at $279 at the Sony store, whilst the Zoom Q3HD was the most expensive at $329 at Alto Edge (Sony, 2011) (Alto Edge, 2011). Although the Zoom Q3HD delivers the best audio and video quality, the Department's budget and the other functions of the device will determine which of the recorders is perceived as being the best value. As the iPod Touch is primarily not a movie recording device, it has the additional features and capabilities such as internet access, TV streaming, Ebooks and maps (Apple, 2011). Overall, based upon price the iPod Touch best meets this criteria and additionally is considered good value.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Conclusion

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">There are many variables with the movie recording devices in the current market and the most suitable device depends on the specific requirements of the task, user proficiency and the conditions of filming. The Department has made it clear that the recommended device must be user-friendly and easy to upload to YouTube. We have looked at six important criteria to assess the suitability of the three devices against the requirements of the Department. It is hoped that this report has helped highlight the differences between the devices and has explained the key features of each device to justify our recommendation of which recorder is most suited to the project.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Recommendation

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Our recommendation is the iPod Touch as it and best matches the most appropriate criteria for evaluation set by the requirements of the Department. Whist it is least suited to the ease of uploading to a PC ctriteria, this step in the process is eliminated as the the iPod Touch can transfer video directly to YouTube from the device itself. The iPod Touch best suits the remaining criteria as is easy to record video, upload to YouTube, has a widely supported file format, is the most portable with good size and power options as well as being the cheapest device (Apple, 2011) (Apple Inc, 2011) (Brenn, 2010) (Kmart, 2011) (Treet TV, 2011) (Vandersteen, 2011). The Sony Bloggie was mid-ranging against all the criteria assessed. The Zoom Q3HD was the easiest to upload to a PC, however, it is more difficult to record with, upload to YouTube and it was the most lacking in the versatiliy of the files it produces. The Zoom Q3HD is also the most expensive device and the equally the least portable. The The iPod Touch is therefore the recommended device for the Department's intended use.


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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18px;">Appendix A <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Most similar items on to a meter <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">3” touch screen (can be used for framing) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Well situated shutter release button (for still photos) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Tripod placed for portrait recording not horizontal <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Goldman, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Multi directional microphones for high quality sound recording. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">HD video recording (1080px) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Expandable memory. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Clearly labeled menus <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Colmines, 2010) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">No optical zoom <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Samson Tech, 2011) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Buttons all easily accessible and simple to use. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Bavas Music, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Newer models include dual cameras on front and back to allow blogger to film self <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Includes point and shoot, still photo capability <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Touch screen is large and clear to read with large buttons <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Apple, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Mini hdmi (cable not included) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Sony Australia, n.d.) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">No expandable memory or removable memory (SD or similar) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Able directly to upload to Sony Personal Space (1gb provided free) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">USB enables it to be used as an flash drive. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Goldman, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Built in USB cable <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Mini HDMI port on side allows for not only upload to PC but for direct link to TV. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Colmines, 2010) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">SD Card included is only 2gb (45 minutes of film) but it is expandable. A 32gb SD can give up tp 7hrs. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Davies, 2004) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Transfer and charging cable included <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Must have iTunes installed <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">(Bell, 2010) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Goldman, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Included HandyShare software includes upload to YouTube feature. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Bavas Music, 2011) || YouTube upload available directly from device (if at wifi hotspot) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">(Vandersteen, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Limited to organizing, trimming and uploading. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Sony Australia, n.d.) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">“File divide” function allows for some editing directly on the device <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">HandyShare (inc software) has some editing capabilities though it is recommended to use other software for a cleaner job <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Bavas Music, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Basic editing software available for on device editing <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">App for iMovie available through app store <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Several free editing apps available on app store <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">No included pc software (itunes does not allow edits) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Apple, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Bavas Music, 2011) || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Quite durable <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">No real damage from being dropped or kicked <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">If touch screen breaks it is rendered un-usable <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Risk of break dramatically decreased with purchase of optional softshell case, <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">(Broken Review, 2008) || Windows Vista SP1 Windows 7 (VSC, N.D.) || Windows XP 32bit (SP2 or later) Windows Vista 32bit / 64bit (SP1 or later), Windows 7 32bit / 64bit (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Home Windows Professional (SP3) or later (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || Mac OS X 10.4.6 or later (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later (Apple, 2011) || Recharge via supplied USB cable, optional recharge products available. (Sony, 2011) || Two standard AA batteries, Compatible with rechargeable NiMH batteries (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery Recharge via supplied USB cable, optional recharge products available. Able to be used whilst charging 4 hours to recharge. (Apple, 2011) || (Hall, 2010) (Master Gadgets, 2011) || Audio – 4 hours Video - 2 hours (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Audio – 40 hours Video - 7 hours (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || Yes, with A/C adapter accessory (sold separately) (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Yes, with A/C adapter accessory (sold separately) (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || 2.4" (16:9) (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || 3.5" (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || QVGA (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || 326 dots per inch (Retina) LED backlighting with automatic brightness adjustment (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 （ MOV ） (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Still image - JPEG, Movie - MPEG4 AVC/H.264 (MP4) (Apple, 2011) || (Digi Direct, N.D.) || PCM (Quantization : 16/24bit, Sampling Frequency : 44.1/48/96kHz) AAC (Bit Rate : 64 to 320kbps, Sampling Frequency : 48kHz) (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Audio formats supported: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || Sd memory card up to 32GB however only a 2GB sd memory card is included (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || 8GB flash drive (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || 51(W) x 132.9(D) x 23(H) mm (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || 111 x 58.9 x 7.2 mm  (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || 105g (without batteries, add approximately another 20 grams with batteries.) (Zoom Corporation, 2011) (Wikipedia, 2011) || 101 grams (Apple, 2011) || (Best Pocket Video Cameras, 2010) || Yes movie playback is possible on the device (Sande, 2011) || Yes movie play back is possible on the device (Apple, 2011) || wrist strap (Sony, 2011) || DMI cable for connecting with an HDTV, a windscreen to reduce noise, a tabletop tripod with adjustable-length legs, a padded-shell case, an AC adapter and an AV cable. (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Docking stations Power adaptor Speakers Ear phones (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || Audio recorder (Zoom Corporation, 2011) || Music, movies, TV shows, videos, games, applications, ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts, photos, Safari web browser, email, Maps, FaceTime,* HD video recording and editing, Nike + iPod support built in (Apple, 2011) || (Sony, 2011) || $329 (Allto Edge, 2011) || $237 Kmart (Kmart, 2011) ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || Sony Bloggie || Zoom Q3HD || Apple iPod Touch ||  ||
 * Ease of recording || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Auto focus (down to 10cm) (slow)
 * Ease of uploading recorded file to a PC || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">USB built in (pop out)
 * Ease of upload to YouTube || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Picture Motion Browser (PMB) software allows for built in upload directly.
 * Editing software included? || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">PMB
 * Durability of device || Not largely a reported feature. || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Optional softshell case for added durability.
 * Portable || Yes || Yes || Yes ||
 * PC Operating Systems || Windows XP SP3 (32bit only)
 * Mac Operating Systems || Mac OS X v10.5 - v10.6. Using Mac OS version of Bloggie Software
 * Ease Recharging Power || Internal NP-SP70 3.6V batteries
 * Battery Life || 2 – 2.6 hours
 * Can be powered through mains power? || No
 * Size of screen || 3" (15:9)
 * Clarity of screen || 288K dots
 * File format of files produced || Still image - JPEG, Movie - MPEG4 AVC/H.264 (MP4)
 * Audio quality || Mono
 * Data storage media || 8GB flash memory
 * Dimensions || Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 52 x 107 x 15.2mm
 * Weight || 125 grams
 * Movie play back from device or need an external moniter || Yes movie playback is possible on the device
 * Useful accessories || Inbuilt usb cord
 * Other functions of the device || Photos
 * Lowest price || $279 Sony Store


 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18px;">Appendix B **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Below is one video showing how to take a video and upload it directly to YouTube from the recommended device, the iPod Touch. This video was chosen as it demonstrates how to record a short video from the iPod Touch. It demonstrates how to find that video in the 'gallery' of the iPod Touch and upload that video into YouTube. The demonstrator also runs through the publishing options on YouTube including how to title, describe, categorise and tag the video and also how to nominate the required privacy settings.

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 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 21px;">How to upload a video to youtube from a ipod touch or iphone (Outlide, 2011) **


 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18px;">Appendix C **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3 collaborative tools used to complete this assignment
 * 1) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Wikispaces
 * 2) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Delicious bookmarking
 * 3) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Google Docs