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Here is a list of the top ten technology tools that are useful for any classroom. They are all beneficial in their own way; each tool promotes education, communication, collaboration, etc.
Edmodo is a platform that mimics Facebook (social networking) but for educational purposes. It is a great tech. tool that connects students with their peers and students to their teachers. Teachers are able to share content, assign quizzes and homework, while managing communication with students and parents. Keeping Edmodo in the classroom makes communication much easier especially if a student happens to forget what the homework was; everything is accessible through this platform! (https://new.edmodo.com)
Edpuzzle is tool that allows for teachers to easily create interactive video lessons. Teachers are able to track their student's progress and assign video lessons to complete for a grade. Pre-existing videos from all kinds of sources such as YouTube or TED can be used to interact with; videos are paused wherever the teacher decides to insert a question. This tool is free for the basic version, but has two other upgrades available (Pro Teacher and Schools & Districts). (https://edpuzzle.com)
Google Classroom is a free web tool that was developed by Google. It is a great way to incorporate technology into the classroom. Google Classroom makes it easy for students and teachers to communicate; teachers are given the ability to assign assignments of any kind. This technology tool comes in handy because Google has many other products that can be used together.
Google Docs is also a tool developed by Google. It is extremly convenient and easy to use. Google Docs has many different features including the ability to share the documents, which comes in handy when teachers want to comment on their students assignments or peer review activities.
Grammarly is a great tool for writing assistance! It is a free program with the ability to upgrade to premium. It is easy to use; you can upload documents or type it into the space provided. Grammarly is your second set of eyes and will become your best friend; I use it all of the time! (http://grammarly.com)
Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that allows for students to engage with the course material. Kahoot! can be accessed from a computer or phone through the website or the app; it is easy to use! Kahoot! can be used for any grade level within any content area. What better way to learn than to have a fun game everyone can enjoy?(https://kahoot.com)
Prezi is a great tool used for presentations; students and teachers will benefit from using it! This tool brings the presentation to life and allows for creativity to flow through each slide. There are many features offered through the free version of Prezi; there is a lot that can be taken from this tool. (http:s//prezi.com)
Quizlet is the perfect study tool! Quizlet is free and it provides learning tools such as flash cards, study and game modes. There are topics already available, but anyone can create their own study sets specific to them and what they're learning. This tool is easily accessible and allows for simple learning; I use it all the time! (http:s//quizlet.com)
Remind is a mobile messaging platform. Remind is a great, simple tool used for communication between teachers and students and teachers and parents. Remind keeps you connected to your students and allows for them to reach out to you whenever they need. This is great for all ages because either you teach young children and need to keep in touch with their parents or you teach young adults and find that it will be easier for them to have an app on their phone; it is perfect! (http:s//www.remind.com)
YouTube is often used for entertainment purposes, but there is a lot offered for the education world. It is entirely free and easy to use. There is a wide variety of videos available at the tip of your fingers. (https://www.youtube.com)
