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Creating and Sharing Diagrams Online

@joe_edtech

Not that I'm planning ahead for the cold dark winter to come, but years ago, all of our departments would create emergency phone trees with a piece of software that some called "inspiring," but it was really very expensive for software that was limited to simple diagrams and mind mapping. Frankly, there are too many good, "Free" options to pay for that kind of software.

In an earlier blog post, I discussed mind mapping tools like bubbl.us, and those are easy to use sites with great visuals for creating mind maps. However, Gliffy.com might be the better option if you have to build something a little more complex. If you are diagramming a process, creating an action plan, organizing a design team, or developing an app for instance. Here is the intro video Gliffy.com posts on their website:

While you can pay for an upgraded account, you can create, share, and export diagrams for free. The process is fairly simple. Just choose your shape, click on the drawing space and build your diagram with additional shapes. You can also connect your shapes with customizable lines and arrows. The newest version of Gliffy.com also features color themes that can be applied to add a little flair to your diagrams.

Image Credit: xmimex
Licensed for non-commercial reuse

Gliffy.com offers examples for users to make:

• Flow Charts
• SWOT analysis
• Venn Diagrams
• Network Diagrams
• Organizational Charts
• Technical Drawings

And more. When you are finished, you can take a screen shot or export your diagram and embed it in emails, websites, or on your blog.

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If you have a better diagramming tool that is free, include it below.