Publishing Tools to Replace Glossi

If you and your students have been using Glossi, a magazine publishing tool, you probably already know the bad news.  Over Spring Break, Glossi sent out emails informing users that they are discontinuing the web-based magazine creator and shifting towards a pure mobile consumption tool.  While previous users will still be able to access a previously created Glossi from the share URL, students will not be able to create a new Glossi or work on a Glossi in progress after April 1^st.

With that said, the ITF team has found two alternatives to Glossi so that you can continue to integrate digital magazine/book publications into your learning environment.

Madmagz

One option, very similar to Glossi, is Madmagz.  Madmagz is a magazine creator which allows students to create a magazine with flip pages.  There is one free template with multiple page designs.  This tool gives students the ability to quickly and easily produce a web-based magazine publication with professional quality. I have included a sample Madmagz that I created.  Please click here to view a sample.

Flipsnack

A second option which creates a basic flipbook from a GoogleDoc or Google Presentation is Flipsnack.  Flipsnack converts a GoogleDoc or Google Presentation into a customized flipbook.  I have included a sample Flipsnack as well.  Please click here to view a sample.  (It’s on my dog—enjoy! J)
For a detailed resource on how to create a flip book from a GoogleDoc, check out "From GoogleDocs to Flipping Books" from Ed Tech Ideas:  Tech Integration for Busy Teachers!