FirstClass vs D2L ePortfolio

Struggling to choose between FirstClass and D2L ePortfolio? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

FirstClass is a Social & Communications solution with tags like email, messaging, conferencing, calendar, contacts.

It boasts features such as Email, Calendar, Contacts, Online conferencing, Screen sharing, Video chat, Cross-platform availability and pros including Easy to use interface, Robust feature set, Works across many platforms, Built-in video chat and screen sharing, Syncs across devices.

On the other hand, D2L ePortfolio is a Education & Reference product tagged with eportfolio, brightspace, d2l.

Its standout features include Allows users to create and organize artifacts like documents, images, videos, presentations, etc., Provides templates and layouts for creating professional looking portfolios, Integrates with Brightspace LMS for single sign-on and content sharing, Offers collaboration tools for providing and receiving feedback, Provides analytics on portfolio views and engagement, Customizable privacy settings to control portfolio visibility, Supports multimedia artifacts and embed codes for external content, Mobile-friendly interface, and it shines with pros like Tight integration with Brightspace LMS, Easy to use interface and portfolio creation, Good analytics and feedback features, Customizable templates and layouts, Single sign-on for simplified access, Supports multimedia artifacts, Mobile accessibility.

Feature	FirstClass	D2L ePortfolio
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Social & Communications	Education & Reference

Product Overview

FirstClass

Description: FirstClass is an email and online conferencing service launched in the early 1990s. It allows users to send emails, organize contacts, manage calendars and schedules, host online meetings with screen sharing, video chat capabilities, and more. FirstClass runs on Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android devices.

D2L ePortfolio

Description: D2L ePortfolio is an ePortfolio tool integrated into the Brightspace learning management system. It allows students and educators to create digital portfolios to showcase their work, reflect on learning, and make connections.

Key Features Comparison

FirstClass Features

• Email
• Calendar
• Contacts
• Online conferencing
• Screen sharing
• Video chat
• Cross-platform availability

D2L ePortfolio Features

• Allows users to create and organize artifacts like documents, images, videos, presentations, etc.
• Provides templates and layouts for creating professional looking portfolios
• Integrates with Brightspace LMS for single sign-on and content sharing
• Offers collaboration tools for providing and receiving feedback
• Provides analytics on portfolio views and engagement
• Customizable privacy settings to control portfolio visibility
• Supports multimedia artifacts and embed codes for external content
• Mobile-friendly interface

Pros & Cons Analysis

FirstClass

Pros

• Easy to use interface
• Robust feature set
• Works across many platforms
• Built-in video chat and screen sharing
• Syncs across devices

Cons

• Expensive subscription plans
• Limited free version
• Can be slow at times
• Outdated interface

D2L ePortfolio

Pros

• Tight integration with Brightspace LMS
• Easy to use interface and portfolio creation
• Good analytics and feedback features
• Customizable templates and layouts
• Single sign-on for simplified access
• Supports multimedia artifacts
• Mobile accessibility

Cons

• Only available as part of Brightspace LMS subscription
• Limited customization compared to standalone systems
• No integration with non-D2L platforms
• Analytics could be more robust
• Collaboration features are basic
• No support for resume/CV type portfolios

Pricing Comparison

FirstClass

• Subscription-Based

D2L ePortfolio

• Subscription-Based