Step into Ed Tech: Resources for Educators

Here are some digital tools and resources that you can use in your classroom:
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Code Studio gives students a chance to create computer programs, which is an excellent way to develop problem solving skills.

Google Docs allows you to write and share documents. Once created, other users can be invited to view, comment, or edit. This is an excellent collaborative platform for written group work.

Kahoot! enables teachers to create and share games that quiz students' knowledge on a subject. You can randomize questions and answer choices and embed videos and graphics relating to a topic.

Kiddle.co is a kid-friendly image-based search engine that can be used in the classroom or at home.

Mindmeister allows you to map and organize ideas and topics by creating a mind map. The free version allows up to three mind maps per email account. This can be used to brainstorm ideas in a class. It can be shared and revised by multiple users.

Screencast-O-Matic is a handy tool that allows you to create and share screen recordings. The free version allows you to record up to 15 minutes of footage. You can capture whatever is on your screen in sight and sound, as well as whatever you record into the microphone. Students can use it to create a step-by-step or how-to video that can be uploaded to YouTube or elsewhere.

Scoop It! is a content curation site that allows users to search for articles based on content. Just type in the topic and it will generate related articles. It's an excellent resources tool for students and educators!