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Classroom Tools
The Classroom Tools section equips educators with innovative resources and technologies to enhance instruction and learning. This section features a variety of tools, including lesson planning aids, tech integration strategies, and assessment resources, enabling educators to create engaging and effective learning environments.
Resources
Edpuzzle | Online Resource | Website
Edpuzzle allows teachers to add videos and assign questions at different points. Teachers can find video lessons already created in EdPuzzle or use YouTube to find the video and embed questions at specific times. Teachers can monitor student progress, check for comprehension, and prevent students from skipping the video.​​​
Google Lens | Classroom Tool | Website
An application that uses the phone's camera as an input for Google's search. It can look up pictures, recognize text, and other features.
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Google Voice | Communication Tool | Website
Google Voice allows you to make phone calls and text using a number provided by Google. You can set voicemail, and receive call alerts through email and other features.
Hemingway Editor | Classroom Tool | Website
The Hemingway Editor is a website and app that checks for writing style. The editor highlights passive voice, complex sentences, and more to identify the reading level of the text. Teachers can use the editor to highlight what parts of a text may be challenging for students and use the editor as a tool for teachers and students when writing instructions, open-ended questions, and more.
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Mote | Classroom Tool | Website
A Chrome extension that allows you to record and add voice to Google Slides, docs, and other Google Classroom tools.
Padlet | Classroom Tool | Website
It's a program that offers an interactive digital bulletin board with post-it-like features. You can share resources, and offer guided class discussions and team collaborations to name a few. Documents, photos, videos, and links to different websites can be shared here for easy access.
QR Code Generator | Classroom Tool | Website
A website that allows you to generate QR codes to open a wide variety of digital resources or media. This will allow phones or other computing devices to scan the code and open websites, documents, play media, prefilled emails, and other types of digital literature.
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Remind | Communication Tool | Website
It's a two-way communication program that allows teachers to communicate with students via text or their app. They have a paid version that offers more features like translation and making phone calls.
Screencastify | Classroom Tool | Website
Screencastify is a Chrome extension that allows screen recording through Chrome. Videos can save directly into Google Drive which makes them easy to access and/or post in Google Classroom or they can be downloaded to your local computer. Other features like annotating and video editing are also available.
Talking Points | Communication Tool | Website
It's a two-way based communication program that allows teachers to communicate with students via text and/or messaging through the app. AI and human translation are available for free in 100+ languages. The interface is very intuitive and the app is easy to use. Changing the language and translations are simple and can be switched in both the teacher's and students' profiles.
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Wakelet | Classroom Tool | Website
Wakelet is a teachers' bookmark manager where you can organize content into visual collections that you can then share with your learning community. Teachers can personalize their collections with different layouts, instructions, pictures, and other documents.
Classroom Tools v 1
EdTech tools and online resources create new opportunities for adult learners to build digital skills and engage with content in ways that go beyond traditional instruction. These tools are meant to supplement classroom teaching by offering a multimodal approach that supports meaningful learning through real-world scenarios and scaffolded practice.
The categories below organizes the purpose of each tool or resource. We recommend pairing these with the Digital Literacy Curricula to provide a more tailored approach that can facilitate transferable skills from what they already know, what they need to know in class, and what they will need to apply outside the class. Please note that the tools listed are just starting points and can be exchanged with other tools that are more familiar to your learners or already in use at your agency:​​​​​
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Content Creation Tools
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These tools allow learners and educators to design engaging visuals, multimedia presentations, and interactive lessons.
They support creativity and digital communication by offering templates, drag-and-drop features, and real-time sharing to enhance both in-person and online instruction.
Collaboration Tools
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Designed to support teamwork and real-time interaction, collaboration tools create virtual learning environments where students and educators can co-create, communicate, and organize materials.
They may integrate video conferencing, shared documents, and classroom management features.
Assessment & Feedback Tools
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These tools help educators check for understanding, gather feedback, and adjust instruction in real time.
Through quizzes, polls, and game-based activities, students can participate actively while receiving immediate results and reinforcement.
Communication Tools
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Communication platforms help educators connect with students through messaging, translations, and app-based alerts.
These tools support engagement, especially for multilingual families, by ensuring messages are accessible and timely.
​​Canva | Website​
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
Canva is a user-friendly graphic design platform that allows educators and students to create presentations, infographics, handouts, and social media posts. With drag-and-drop functionality and customizable templates, it supports visual learning and creativity across academic and workplace topics.
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​Curipod | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
An interactive lesson creation tool that uses AI to help educators design engaging presentations, polls, and activities. It supports student participation through real-time responses, making lessons more dynamic and personalized for diverse classroom needs.
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Edpuzzle | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
Edpuzzle allows teachers to embed questions into videos and monitor student progress. Teachers can use existing video lessons or create their own using YouTube. The tool supports comprehension checks and engagement by preventing students from skipping content.
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Google for Education (Workspace) | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
Google Workspace includes Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, Meet, and Classroom. These tools support real-time collaboration, virtual instruction capabilities, and the creation of assignments and digital portfolios. Integrated features help streamline communication, provide feedback, and enhance student engagement.​
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Google Translate | Website
✅ Communication
A multilingual translation tool that allows users to translate text, speech, websites, and documents between over 100 languages. It supports communication and language access for learners and families, making it a valuable tool in multilingual classrooms and outreach.
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​​Google Voice | Website
✅ Communication
Google Voice allows you to make phone calls and text using a number provided by Google. You can set voicemail and receive call alerts via email.​
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Microsoft Office | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
Microsoft Office includes Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. These applications support content creation, data organization, communication, and virtual meetings. Office tools are widely used in academic and workplace settings and help learners build transferable digital skills.
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Mote | Website
✅ Assessment & Feedback | ✅ Communication
A Chrome extension that allows you to record and add voice to Google Slides, Docs, and other Google Classroom tools.
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Nearpod | Classroom Tool | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
An interactive instructional platform that allows educators to create and deliver lessons with built-in activities like quizzes, polls, videos, and virtual field trips. It promotes student engagement and provides real-time feedback, making learning more interactive and data-driven.
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Padlet | Classroom Tool | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback
Padlet is an interactive digital bulletin board that allows educators and students to post ideas, resources, images, videos, and links. It supports guided discussions, collaborative brainstorming, and resource sharing in real time.​
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Remind | Communication Tool | Website
✅ Communication
A communication platform that allows educators to send messages, announcements, and reminders directly to students and families via text, app, or email. It supports two-way communication and helps keep everyone informed and engaged, even outside of class time.
Screencastify | Classroom Tool | Website
✅ Content Creation | ✅ Communication
Screencastify is a Chrome extension that allows screen recording through Chrome. Videos can save directly into Google Drive for easy access or be downloaded. Other features like annotating and video editing are also available.
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Talking Points | Communication Tool | Website
✅ Communication
A two-way messaging platform designed for multilingual communication. Free access includes AI and human translation in 100+ languages, with customizable teacher and student language settings.
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WhatsApp | Communication Tools | Website
✅ Collaboration | ✅ Communication
A widely used messaging app that supports text, voice, and video communication. It’s useful for quick check-ins, sharing updates, and building accessible communication channels with learners and families.
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Zoom | Video Conference | Website
✅ Collaboration | ✅ Assessment & Feedback | ✅ Communication
A video conferencing platform that supports virtual classes, meetings, and breakout sessions. Known for its ease of use, Zoom allows for screen sharing, live chat, and recording, making it ideal for remote instruction and collaboration.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Classroom Tools v2
EdTech tools and online resources create new opportunities for adult learners to build digital skills and engage with content in ways that go beyond traditional instruction. These tools are meant to supplement classroom teaching by offering a multimodal approach that supports meaningful learning through real-world scenarios and scaffolded practice.
The categories below organizes the purpose of each tool or resource. We recommend pairing these with the Digital Literacy Curricula to provide a more tailored approach that can facilitate transferable skills from what they already know, what they need to know in class, and what they will need to apply outside the class. Please note that the tools listed are just starting points. These tools can be swapped to whatever is available at your agency:​​​​​
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Content Creation Tools
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These tools allow learners and educators to design engaging visuals, multimedia presentations, and interactive lessons.
They support creativity and digital communication by offering templates, drag-and-drop features, and real-time sharing to enhance both in-person and online instruction.
Collaboration Tools
Designed to support teamwork and real-time interaction, collaboration tools create virtual learning environments where students and educators can co-create, communicate, and organize materials.
They may integrate video conferencing, shared documents, and classroom management features.
Assessment & Feedback Tools
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These tools help educators check for understanding, gather feedback, and adjust instruction in real time.
Through quizzes, polls, and game-based activities, students can participate actively while receiving immediate results and reinforcement.
Communication Tools
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Communication platforms help educators connect with students through messaging, translations, and app-based alerts.
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These tools support engagement, especially for multilingual families, by ensuring messages are accessible and timely.
​​Canva | Classroom Tool | Website
Canva is a user-friendly graphic design platform that allows educators and students to create presentations, infographics, handouts, and social media posts. With drag-and-drop functionality and customizable templates, it supports visual learning and creativity across academic and workplace topics.
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Edpuzzle | Online Resource | Website
Edpuzzle allows teachers to embed questions into videos and monitor student progress. Teachers can use existing video lessons or create their own using YouTube. The tool supports comprehension checks and engagement by preventing students from skipping content.
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Google for Education (Workspace) | Classroom Tool | Website
Google Workspace includes Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, Meet, and Classroom. These tools support real-time collaboration, virtual instruction capabilities, and the creation of assignments and digital portfolios. Integrated features help streamline communication, provide feedback, and enhance student engagement.
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Google Lens | Classroom Tool | Website
An app that uses your device’s camera to search visual input. It can recognize text, identify images, and look up information from pictures, making it useful for real-world digital exploration.
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​​Google Voice | Communication Tool | Website
Google Voice allows you to make phone calls and text using a number provided by Google. You can set voicemail and receive call alerts via email.
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Hemingway Editor | Classroom Tool | Website
The Hemingway Editor is a website and app that checks for writing style. It highlights passive voice, complex sentences, and grade-level readability. Teachers can use it to scaffold writing assignments or analyze reading passages for complexity.
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Microsoft Office | Classroom Tool | Website
Microsoft Office includes Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. These applications support content creation, data organization, communication, and virtual meetings. Office tools are widely used in academic and workplace settings and help learners build transferable digital skills.
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Mote | Classroom Tool | Website
A Chrome extension that allows you to record and add voice to Google Slides, Docs, and other Google Classroom tools.
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Padlet | Classroom Tool | Website
Padlet is an interactive digital bulletin board that allows educators and students to post ideas, resources, images, videos, and links. It supports guided discussions, collaborative brainstorming, and resource sharing in real time.
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QR Code Generator | Classroom Tool | Website
Generates QR codes that can be scanned by phones or tablets to access websites, media, documents, or even auto-filled emails. A simple tool to make digital resources more accessible.
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Remind | Communication Tool | Website
A two-way communication app that allows teachers to text students or parents. The paid version includes translation and phone call features.
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Screencastify | Classroom Tool | Website
Screencastify is a Chrome extension that allows screen recording through Chrome. Videos can save directly into Google Drive for easy access or be downloaded. Other features like annotating and video editing are also available.
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Talking Points | Communication Tool | Website
A two-way messaging platform designed for multilingual communication. Free access includes AI and human translation in 100+ languages, with customizable teacher and student language settings.
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WhatsApp | Communication Tools | Website
A widely used messaging app that supports text, voice, and video communication. It’s useful for quick check-ins, sharing updates, and building accessible communication channels with learners and families.
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Zoom | Video Conference | Website
A video conferencing platform that supports virtual classes, meetings, and breakout sessions. Known for its ease of use, Zoom allows for screen sharing, live chat, and recording, making it ideal for remote instruction and collaboration.
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