Design Tool Teaches Writing, Marketing

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Title: Smore
Summary: Create online flyers, learn a little about marketing with design tool
Pros: Students get to be creative, test out PR, marketing, and writing skills, and results confirm what’s working (and what isn't).
Cons: Parents may not want students' creations to be public, which prevents them from getting user response data.
Bottom Line: A fast way to fashion attractive flyers, but students will need outside help to learn about PR and marketing and effective, concise writing.
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