ShowDocument is a free online tool that allows users to share files in a synchronous online environment. I haven’t used this yet, but it looks like it could be useful for instructors who want students to collaborate on a group project in real-time.

The main components are a shared file presentation system with a whiteboard, plus a shared browser and text editor. The advantage of ShowDocument is that instead of simply presenting a file, like a PowerPoint lecture, the other users can collaborate and edit the document in real-time. The following video from their website gives a “tour” demonstration:

I’d like to know if anyone else has had experience with this as a tool for online group projects. If you’ve used this or otherwise have an opinion on its functionality for online education, share your advice in the comments below.

ShowDocument

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