Resources
While technology can be overwhelming for teachers, it can also be a lifesaver. In fact, teachers can save time and energy with the use of the right digital tools. Who doesn’t love a tech hack?
Let someone else invent the wheel while you reap the benefits in your own classroom with one of these 10 educational tools!
1. Flippity
Create interactive digital activities with Flippity. You can easily make flashcards, BINGO games, crossword puzzles, and more. All of this is free and user friendly!
2. Quizalize
Need a quick assessment? Use Quizalize to create AI generated quizzes that students can complete live. It feels like a game while giving the teacher genuine feedback on student progress. Many features are FREE, but there are paid upgrades available for a reasonable price.
3. Class Tools
Create games, activities, quizzes, and more for free with Class Tools. This is a great website for making Morning Work or Early Finisher tasks, like crosswords, puzzles, and codebreakers. You can also use Class Tools to create a random name generator or a seating chart.
4. Diffit
This tool is amazing for planning engaging lessons and time-fillers. An AI tool designed with teachers in mind, you can type in an activity you’d like to create, and Diffit will magically generate kid-friendly worksheets and interactive activities that match your objectives. All you need to do is create a free account to get started!
5. KidLit TV
Teachers and students can explore literature through shows, radio, trailers and more on KidLit TV! There are also available crafts and wellness activities built into the website. This website would be a great option at dismissal time to keep things calm in the classroom.
6. MusiQuest
Students go through different levels to explore sounds and rhythm on MusiQuest! There are cultural and social aspects embedded too. There is a small fee associated per student, but you can try a demo account for free and then choose the best option for you or your district from there.
7. World Wildlife
Through WWF, teachers have access to free resources that educate students about the world around them. Toolkits are available for different grade levels and are highly engaging for the targeted audience.
8. Slides Mania
Slides Mania provides templates for presentations with any theme you’re looking for! The creative slides are already made for you, giving you the time you need to focus on the content of your lesson.
9. Write the World
Write the World is a nonprofit organization that promotes the ability for teenagers to write and share their critical thinking. Students are given prompts and feedback for free! Students can also enter competitions, which is very motivating for some learners.
10. Chess Kid
Through the use of chess play, students can improve their focus, problem-solving skills, memory, and creativity. Chess Kid is a free website that allows students a chance to improve their game in an interactive way.
Digital tools will continue to evolve and blow our minds as educators. Students love to take on new technology, so it’s our job to pick the very best tools for our classroom!
