Grammarly for Education
Grammarly for Education is a writing assistance platform that helps users improve the clarity, correctness, and effectiveness of their written communication. It provides real-time feedback on grammar, spelling, punctuation, tone, and writing style across a variety of academic and professional writing tasks.
Grammarly can support faculty, staff, and students in developing polished, professional, and accessible written content.
Key Uses
- Improve grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Enhance clarity and readability
- Receive suggestions for tone and style
- Review writing for consistency and accuracy
- Support academic, administrative, and professional communication
- Assist with drafting and revising documents, emails, and reports
Features
- Real-time writing feedback
- Grammar and spelling review
- Clarity and style recommendations
- Tone detection and suggestions
- Vocabulary and word choice guidance
- Integration with web browsers and common productivity applications
Common Applications
- Email and business communication
- Academic writing and research
- Reports and documentation
- Presentations and instructional materials
- Website and marketing content
OverLeaf
Overleaf is an online writing and publishing platform that supports collaborative document creation using LaTeX and rich text editing. It is commonly used for academic, scientific, and technical writing, allowing multiple contributors to work on documents simultaneously through a web browser.
Overleaf simplifies the process of creating, editing, reviewing, and publishing documents that require advanced formatting, references, equations, figures, and citations.
Key Uses
- Write research papers, journal articles, and technical documents
- Collaborate with co-authors on shared documents
- Create theses, dissertations, and academic reports
- Develop documents containing mathematical notation and scientific formatting
- Manage references, citations, and bibliographies
- Prepare manuscripts for publication and submission
Features
- Online LaTeX and rich text editing
- Real-time collaboration and document sharing
- Automatic document compilation and preview
- Citation and bibliography management
- Version history and change tracking
- Templates for academic, scientific, and professional documents
- Access through a web browser without local software installation
Common Applications
- Research publications
- Grant proposals
- Theses and dissertations
- Technical documentation
- Scientific manuscripts
- Course materials and academic assignments
TechSmith Camtasia
TechSmith Camtasia is a screen recording and video editing application that enables users to create instructional, educational, and presentation-based videos. It provides tools for capturing on-screen activity, recording audio and video, editing content, and producing videos for sharing and distribution.
Camtasia is commonly used for training materials, software demonstrations, online learning content, presentations, and tutorials.
Key Uses
- Record computer screens, applications, and presentations
- Create instructional and training videos
- Develop software demonstrations and tutorials
- Edit video, audio, and screen recordings
- Produce educational and course-related content
- Share videos for teaching, research, and communication purposes
Features
- Screen recording and capture tools
- Video and audio editing capabilities
- Annotation, callout, and highlighting tools
- Screen, webcam, and microphone recording
- Video transitions and effects
- Captioning and accessibility support
- Export and sharing options for multiple platforms
Common Applications
- Online and hybrid course content
- Software training and demonstrations
- Employee training materials
- Research presentations
- Educational tutorials
- Instructional videos and knowledge sharing
MathType
MathType is an equation editor that allows users to create, edit, and insert mathematical expressions into documents, presentations, websites, and learning materials. It supports the creation of mathematical notation for academic, research, and instructional purposes across a variety of platforms and applications.
MathType helps users incorporate mathematical formulas into their work while maintaining consistent formatting and compatibility across supported environments.
Key Uses
- Create mathematical equations and formulas
- Insert equations into documents, presentations, and course materials
- Develop instructional and academic content containing mathematical notation
- Prepare research papers, publications, and reports
- Share mathematical content across supported applications and platforms
Features
- Visual equation editor
- Support for a wide range of mathematical symbols and notation
- Integration with common productivity and learning platforms
- Consistent equation formatting across documents
- Compatibility with academic, research, and instructional workflows
Common Applications
- Teaching and instructional materials
- Research papers and publications
- STEM coursework and assignments
- Presentations and technical documentation
- Mathematical and scientific communication
Corel Draw
Corel provides software for graphic design, photo editing, digital illustration, video production, document creation, and vector graphics. Its applications support creative, academic, and business workflows ranging from image editing and branding to video production and technical documentation.
Key Uses
- Create graphics, illustrations, and marketing materials
- Edit and enhance photos and digital images
- Produce and edit video content
- Design vector artwork and technical illustrations
- Create and edit business documents and publications
- Develop digital artwork and paintings
Included Applications
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
A design suite for vector illustration, page layout, image editing, and graphic design projects.
Corel Painter
Digital painting software for creating artwork using customizable brushes, textures, and artistic tools.
PaintShop Pro
Photo editing and image enhancement software for editing, retouching, and managing digital images.
VideoStudio
Video editing software for creating, editing, and publishing multimedia content.
WordPerfect Office
An office productivity suite for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and other business materials.
Corel Vector
A web-based vector graphics application that enables users to create and edit designs from a web browser.
Corel PHOTO-PAINT
Image editing software for working with bitmap graphics, photo retouching, and digital image creation.
Avid
Avid provides software and collaboration tools for audio production, video editing, music notation, and media creation. Its applications are widely used for creating, editing, and managing professional multimedia projects in academic, creative, and production environments.
Key Uses
- Edit and produce video content
- Record, edit, and mix audio projects
- Create and publish musical scores and notation
- Collaborate on media and creative projects
- Manage and share content with team members and collaborators
Included Applications
Media Composer
Professional video editing software designed for creating and managing film, television, and digital media projects.
Pro Tools
Audio production software for recording, editing, mixing, and producing music, podcasts, and other audio content.
Avid Link
A collaboration and community platform that helps users connect, manage Avid products, and collaborate with other creators.
Sibelius
Music notation software for composing, arranging, editing, and sharing sheet music. It also includes tools that support music instruction and classroom use.
AutoDesk (AutoCAD)
Autodesk provides design, engineering, and creative software used for modeling, drafting, visualization, and digital content creation. Its applications support a wide range of disciplines, including architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, product design, and media production.
Key Uses
- Create 2D drawings and technical documentation
- Develop 3D models and product designs
- Design buildings, infrastructure, and construction projects
- Produce visualizations, renderings, and simulations
- Create digital animations and media content
Apple Pro Apps Bundle for Education
The Apple Pro Apps Bundle for Education provides access to professional creative applications for video production, audio recording, live performance, motion graphics, and media encoding. The bundle is designed for students, educators, and creative professionals who need advanced tools for creating and producing multimedia content.
Included Applications
- Final Cut Pro – Professional video editing and post-production
- Logic Pro – Music creation, audio recording, and sound production
- Motion – Motion graphics, visual effects, and animated titles
- Compressor – Media encoding and video export optimization
- MainStage – Live performance and virtual instrument software
Key Uses
- Edit and produce professional-quality videos
- Record, mix, and master audio projects
- Create motion graphics and visual effects
- Convert and optimize media files for distribution
- Perform and manage live audio productions
Adobe
Adobe provides creative applications for designing, editing, and publishing digital and print content. Adobe tools support a wide range of creative workflows, including graphic design, photo editing, video production, illustration, animation, web content creation, and document publishing.
Key Uses
- Create graphics, marketing materials, and presentations
- Edit and enhance photos and digital images
- Produce and edit video and multimedia content
- Create illustrations, animations, and digital artwork
- Design and publish print and digital documents
- Collaborate on creative and communication projects
Common Applications
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Premiere Pro
- Acrobat Pro
BioRender
BioRender is a web-based app to help create scientific figures up to 50X faster than traditional tools
BioRender combines a library of over 50,000 scientifically accurate, expert-validated life science icons and templates with intuitive drag-and-drop functionality. Create professional-quality figures in minutes – no drawing skills required!
With BioRender, you can:
- Create figures for all your visual needs like your publications, posters, and presentations
- Pair figures with data collected from your experiments
- Communicate your research at the next level
BioRender Graphing is now available to University of Rochester Researchers, Faculty, Staff, and Students as part of the institutional BioRender offering. Create publication-ready graphs, perform common statistical analyses, and combine data visualizations with scientific illustrations all within the same platform.
BioRender licenses, including Graphing, are available by request at no charge.
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS is a 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering analysis platform used to create, modify, and evaluate product designs. It enables users to develop 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings while supporting engineering, manufacturing, and design workflows.
SOLIDWORKS uses a parametric modeling approach, allowing users to define relationships between design elements and efficiently update models as designs change.
Key Uses
- Create 3D parts and assemblies
- Develop engineering and product designs
- Generate technical drawings and documentation
- Evaluate and analyze product performance
- Prepare designs for manufacturing and production
- Support engineering, research, and educational projects
Features
- 3D parametric modeling
- Assembly design and management
- Engineering drawing and documentation tools
- Design validation and analysis capabilities
- Visualization and rendering tools
- Manufacturing and production support
- Collaboration and data management integration
Common Applications
- Mechanical engineering
- Product design and development
- Manufacturing and fabrication
- Engineering analysis
- Industrial design
- Academic instruction and research