ActivInspire v1.3: The Next Generation
|
ActivInspire is the next generation teaching and learning software that:
|
Designed to work across a range of interactive whiteboards, ActivInspire enables any classroom to become an ActivClassroom! If you already use any of the core products in the ActivClassroom range - ActivBoard, ActivSoftware, ActiVote, ActivExpression ActivPanel - you can upgrade to ActivInspire Professional Edition until 30 September 2010. |
ActivInspire Professional Edition includes everything you've come to expect from ActivStudio & ActivPrimary, plus a whole lot more. ActivInspire Personal Edition allows teachers, students, parents and others to benefit from the feature-rich environment of ActivInspire, completely free of charge! You can use ActivInspire even if you have another brand of interactive whiteboard, or you don’t have a whiteboard at all. |
 |
 |
 |
If you have an existing version of ActivInspire, you need to launch the software and upgrade via the Dashboard. (Show Me).
If you are upgrading from an existing version of ActivInspire and have ActivExpression or ActiVote devices, you will need to upgrade the firmware on your devices.
Please note, pricing & distribution conditions may apply in some countries. Please check with your local Promethean representative for details on ActivInspire in your region.
Self-Paced Learning with ActivExpression
ActivInspire Professional Edition v1.3 supports the creation and execution of Self-Paced Question Sets for use with ActivExpression. With Self-Paced Question Sets, learners receive the text of each question on their ActivExpression devices and respond in their own time. All responses and response times are logged and can be displayed dynamically if desired.
Local Resource Search by Keyword
With version 1.3, you can now search your resources to quickly find what you need when developing lessons. Index your resources, type in keywords, choose the resource type you'd like to find, and hit the search button! ActivInspire allows you to search for images, backgrounds, flipcharts and much more.
Import from PDF, Digital Camera, Scanner, Visual Presenter
In addition to several other file types available for import in version 1.3, you now have the ability to import from PDF! (File > Import > PDF) Other options for import include: PowerPoint as Images, PowerPoint as Objects, SMART Notebook File, SMART Gallery Item File, ExamView XML File, IMS QTI XML File, and Resource Packs.
You can also insert TWAIN files captured directly by your digital camera, scanner or visual presenter! (Insert > From Scanner/Camera ... )
Tool Enhancements
- ‘Show Angle’ option added to the redesigned compass and protractor
- Protractor properties saved to user profile
- Area Screen Recorder now implemented on Windows and Mac
- Connectors created on top layer at all times
- The Clock ‘Count Up’ button can be removed, and the ‘Count Down’ button can be relabelled as ‘Count Down/Up’.
- The clock ‘Count Down/Up’ dialog can provide an extra combo-box control to provide the option to either Count Down or Count Up.
|
|
|
|
ActivInspire Professional Edition
Fully loaded version that combines the best of our award-winning programs in a single software platform.
Key features
- Supports ActivExpression Self-Paced Learning
- True real-time collaboration with dual input capability
- Rich multimedia support including sound recorder and screen recorder
- Amazing shape recognition and handwriting recognition tools
- Extensive customization features – create your own profile to suit your teaching style
- Available for use on any interactive whiteboard.
Download ActivInspire
ActivInspire Personal Edition
ActivInspire Personal Edition delivers the core features of the rich ActivInspire environment and is ideal for use at home or in class – and it’s completely free of charge!
Key features
- Ability to view and play back pre-prepared content, including Premium content from publishers
- Import files and content from a variety of other applications such as Microsoft PowerPoint™, Adobe™ and Smart Notebook™
- A wealth of rich power tools including spotlight, clock, time stamping and Learner Response System functionality
Download ActivInspire
 |
ActivInspire Download
Please select your software platform below to continue with the download.
Windows
Mac
Linux
Please Login or Register to enable the links above
Upgrade to ActivInspire Professional Edition
Once you have downloaded ActivInspire you can upgrade to ActivInspire Professional Edition.
ActivInspire Professional Edition is a complete solution delivering a suite of services for the classroom, from creating a lesson, developing content, presenting engaging material, assessing understanding or sharing best practice. Professional Edition can be used with a range of interactive whiteboards or even without a board – allowing maximum flexibility and leverage.
Existing Promethean software and hardware users* are entitled to a free upgrade during 2009
(exclusions may apply*).
What Support do I get with ActivInspire?
The knowledgbase
What is the Knowledgebase?
The Promethean Knowledgebase is your first point of call for technical and product assistance. It is an online database of information relating to Activboards, Activsoftware and all the associated peripherals.
What countries does it support?
Visitors to the Knowledgebase currently have the following options to choose from: UK English, US English, Asia Pacific, French, Spanish and German.
What type of information does it contain?
There is a wealth of information within the Knowledgebase to support you, should you have a technical query. It includes information such as:
- Trouble shooting guide for projectors
- Information on deploying ActivPrimary or ActivStudio across an RM network
- An integrated search function
- An updated FAQ section
- A complete glossary of Promethean brands and technical terms
How do I access the Knowledgebase?
You can visit the Knowledgebase at http://www.prometheankb.com/
Can I still contact Technical Support via telephone?
Of course you can, but browsing the Knowledgebase prior to calling us may reveal the answer to your question, saving you the need to talk to someone.
You can call us on 0844 855 2201
Free ActivInspire Courses
Find out how to use the basic functions of ActivInspire with our online introductory courses for new users plus migration courses for existing ActivPrimary and ActivStudio users.