Can't sync iPod touch 5th gen, to iTunes 12, windows 8

Hello,
Recently, I wanted to sync my iPod, to my iTunes on my Windows 8 laptop (which I have done a few times previously).
I plugged in my ipod with the USB cord, and I got a notification "Apple iPod, Tap to choose what happens to this device"
When I click it this is what shows up:
The only one that makes sense is to open with Dropbox, but nothing happens.
I've clicked everything, and iTunes (which used to open automatically) has to be opened manually, and when I do, it doesn't show the iPod connected.
I have looked through my computer, and I've gone on multiple sites, I really don't have a clue about technical stuff, Other than restarting my computer, Ipod, and re-installing iTunes, I don't know what to do.
Also, one page on apple support said to look somewhere in Help, on iTunes, except there is no "Help" anywhere.
A guide on how to actually navigate iTunes would be so helpful.
Thanks in advance for your time
Kait

See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or                     
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- Then do the other actions of:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
paying special attention to item #5
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Also see:
iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

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