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Detailed Description:
NoodleBib is a site that assists students, educators and librarians throughout the
entire research process. The site is commonly used for its citation creator for
MLA/APA formats and the note-taking program.

Versions of Noodle Tools:

NoodleBib MLA Starter (free) - this a free version created for elementary students
who are novices in creating bibliographies. It introduces them to correctly citing
citations that they would commonly encounter. It includes examples of how to cite
magazines, books, newspapers, interviews, webpage’s, etc.
NoodleBib Express (free) - this is another free version that is useful to students
who are in need of a few quick citations. Both MLA and APA format are available.
NoodleBib MLA and APA Advanced (subscription) - this is the full version of
NoodleBib that includes a note-taking component as well as full coverage of the
MLA Handbook and APA Publication Manual.

Platform and System Requirements:

NoodleBib is utilized via the World Wide Web (WWW) however the following system
requirements are recommended:

Microsoft Internet Explorer: Versions 6.x and higher (5.x on Mac)

Mozilla Firefox: Version 1.0 and higher
Netscape Browser: Versions 7.x and higher
Opera: Versions 8.x and higher
Safari: Version 1.3 and higher
Browser requirements for the note cards feature:
If you are using the note cards feature , the browser requirements are more
stricter because the feature depends on cutting edge DHTML and AJAX technologies
that are only supported well in the browsers noted here: If you are using the note
cards feature in NoodleBib, the browser requirements are stricter, since that
feature depends on cutting-edge DHTML and AJAX technologies that are only
supported well in the browsers noted here:
Microsoft Internet Explorer: Versions 6.x and higher (not supported on Mac)
Mozilla Firefox: Version 1.5 and higher (PC and Mac)
Netscape Browser: Version 8.1 and higher
Browser settings:
You must have both cookies and JavaScript (also called active scripting) enabled
in your browser. If one of these features is disabled, you will not be able use
NoodleBib. For instructions on how to enable JavaScript and cookies in your
particular browser, refer to: http://www.noodletools.com/kb/index.php?article=115

Official Website: www.noodletools.com

Individuals Cost

The registration form for individual users can be found at:

http://www.noodletools.com/subscriber/signup.php
You are eligible for the individual subscription rates if you and your family
members will be the only ones using the existing account. Noodle Tools
subscriptions for individual/family accounts must be purchased through one of
their online credit card payment services.
Individual subscription rates: $4.00 for 3 months, $6.00 for 6 months (25%
discount) or $8.00 for one year (50% discount).
Teachers, schools, districts, consortia, and public libraries Cost

Subscription information and pricing for group subscriptions (classrooms, school,

districts, libraries, etc) can be found at:
http://www.noodletools.com/tools/subscriptions.php
The registration form for a group subscription can be found at:
http://www.noodletools.com/tools/subscribe.php

Use in Educational Setting

Teaching tool:
Teaches evaluation and analysis
Extensive help for each citation element at the point of need.
Guides learner through difficult decisions about the source material.
Fast, personal responses to individual citation questions.
Generates parenthetical reference for each citation, with additional advanced
help.
Checks for mistakes in punctuation, abbreviations, and more
Promotes ethical research:
Ease of use and expert advice gives students confidence to cite even the most
difficult sources.
Online note cards capture author's words, images, graphs, and original formatting.

Software guides student through paraphrasing and prompts for original thinking.
Built-in editor enables annotation of notes, improving comprehension, analysis and
reflection.
Note cards linked to citations to ensure proper attribution
Assessment for learning:
Students share working bibliographies and note cards with teachers for feedback.
While viewing a student's citation form, teacher can insert comments and ask
questions.
Statistical graphs analyze quantity, variety and currency of sources
Convenient and up-to-date
Web-based, saved work can be accessed from any computer, no software to install.
Bibliographies and note cards can be exported directly to Word.
Prompt software changes to conform to current MLA and APA rules

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

Students learn to properly cite complicated sources

Students are able to compile a listing of sources within the website and import
into a word processing program
Students can access the website anytime day or night (24/7)
Teachers/librarians can have a site to reference to ensure they are properly
citing sources too!
Disadvantages

If the website is down, than it could pose a problem for students who are facing
deadlines
Teachers, educators, librarians may not want to seek the training needed to be
able to properly use the tool
Lack of monies to continue paying for the subscription (i.e. grant monies
depleted)
Students may become too dependent on the website

Experience Using the Tool:

During my time as a student I have utilized NoodleBib quite extensively. I have

continuously been using the site for at least the last 3 years. Once I discovered
the site I instantly added the link to my favorites. The website has been a
lifesaver for me many times when facing deadlines. The site is very beneficial
because you can get help anytime of the day or night. There is no waiting for a
professor to return your e-mail or voicemail. The site has saved me from hours of
searching through the APA manual and MLA Handbook. It simplifies how to properly
cite pretty much any source you can think of.

Trends and Future in Education:

Effective teaching with technology is a forum much needed in educating those for
the future. More importantly the technology/tool utilized must coincide with the
teacher's goals and the learner's characteristics and needs, thus that
tool/technology should enhance understanding. Most schools have computer labs and
many have computers in every classroom and a vast majority of schools are
connected to the Internet. By allowing students to have experience with technology
early on prepares them to utilize later on in life.

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Helpful Links Articles/Documents about Using the Tool in Education:

How to Assess a Bibliography:

http:www.noodletools.com/debbie/ethical/assessment.html

NoodleBib at the University of Texas: http://www.lib.utexas.edu/noodlebib/

NoodleBib Tips: http:www.rlc.dcccd.edu/library/noodle/noodletips.pdf

NoodleBib at Ithaca University:

http://www.ithaca.edu/library/research/noodlebib.php

A Guide to NoodleBib: http://www.nvnet.org/nvhs/lmc/NoodleA.html

NoodleBib Blog: http://www.noodletools.com/blog/index.php

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