Math and geometry software to create instructional videos

Question

I am looking into starting an amateur project for online tutoring. I need a math/geometry program that I can use to create shapes, graph functions, and create animation. I know of many types of software (such as geogebra) but they have restrictions for commercial use. In other words, I can't use the material or features (even screenshots) to gain a profit. Does anyone know of any programs/ software that I can use for my project?

Note: I don't mind software or programs that I can purchase for a one time fee.

I don't understand the 'amateur project' and 'to gain a profit'? Which is it? One is a reasonable question here, the other is a shopping suggestion which is not. — copper.hat, Jan 28 '15 at 16:38
I wonder what would happen if an amateur project could make a profit... — Shane McGrath, Jan 28 '15 at 17:00
Then it is a professional endeavour. And people get paid consulting fees. — copper.hat, Jan 28 '15 at 17:01
Your intended sarcasm is hardly concomitant with the wording of the question... — copper.hat, Jan 28 '15 at 17:09

Hilaire Fernandes · Answer 1 · 2016-04-16T22:46:28.203

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You can take a look at GNU Dr. Geo a free software of mine, there is no commercial limitation and you can even redistribute it along your work.

You can do classic interactive geometry with:

Or you can use its programming features to design very original sketches:

More over, it is very easy to modify Dr. Geo from itself, in case of need!

edited Apr 16 '16 at 22:46

answered Apr 16 '16 at 22:12

Hilaire Fernandes

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It would probably be a good idea to mention that you are the creator of Dr. Geo. – Mike Pierce Apr 16 '16 at 22:41
Right, fixed... – Hilaire Fernandes Apr 16 '16 at 23:05
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So my answer is downvoted because.... I am the author of this free software? Nevertheless, I think I answer appropriately the question, I take time to illustrate it with related examples and I do not hide myself behind anonymous pseudo. – Hilaire Fernandes Apr 16 '16 at 23:11

score 0 · Accepted Answer · answered Jan 28 '15 at 16:34

1) Contact the geogebra support people; there may be some provision to pay a fee for the right to distribute-for-profit screenshots or animations produced.

2) See if Mathematica meets your needs -- but this is not a cheap solution, the commercial cost is about $2500. However, Mathematica is a truly professional, well-made tool and the time it saves you might be worth the cost.

PS- Don't be biased by lack of features in Wolfram Alpha: That is emphatically not like the full-blown Mathematica.

I guess I am trying to avoid the large cost. I have already contacted Geogebra. Just waiting for a reply. — Shane McGrath, Jan 28 '15 at 17:00

Math and geometry software to create instructional videos

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