Timelinely, an annotator for Youtube videos
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Description: Timelinely is an online tool for annotating Youtube videos. It functions by allowing users to import Youtube URLs and adding annotations linked to specific moments within the video timeline. Timelinely supports text, hyperlinks, Google Maps locations, videos, or images. It is free and does not require having an account for use, although having one makes managing annotated videos easier.
Evaluation: Timelinely is a practical tool for annotating Youtube videos and adding explanations or assessment questions to them. With Timelinely, teachers can help teachers ensure students pay attention to a video by adding quiz questions and others.
Cost: Free.
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Time efficiency Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English.
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Medium. Timelinely collects both non-personal (such as usage data and IP addresses) and personal information (such as names, email addresses, and billing information) to provide its services. It also uses cookies for various purposes, including saving passwords, delivering content specific to users' interests, and tracking visited pages. However, it does not sell, rent, or lease individual's personal information for marketing purposes. Timelinely protects personal information using firewalls and other security measures. It acknowledges users’ rights to update or delete their information. Timelinely does not state compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, Timelinely saves content at the time of creation. Users with an account can easily retrieve their content.