Tech Can Teach

  Pomodoro Pomodoro  is a Chrome extension discussed by   Holly Clark   on her blog that can help students remain on task by assisting with time management. Since it is a Chrome extension, it is free and can be downloaded on any device with a Google platform. This extension is very flexible and easy to use. How to use: 1. Click on the browser action icon. 2. Select the number of minutes for the "deep work" session. 3. Have your students work for the selected number of minutes. Overview : Benefits: - Helps students remain on task and focused - Helps students create and work in short periods of time  - You can change timing based on student need - Use when reading to make sure students are completing the appropriate minutes needed - Suitable for both online and in-person classrooms

  MobyMax MobyMax is a school- wide online learning site that helps with students' development of oral language, reading, spelling, and writing skills for students. Students receive student-driven personalized instruction when using MobyMax, which can greatly benefit their learning.   Students work independently through individualized learning activities, just like Lexia.  All subjects are included such as science, reading, math, social studies, spelling, and language, and students can work at their own pace. Educators are informed when students pass or fail the lessons so that they are aware of when students need help and/or support. How MobyMax can be used in the classroom: - Promotes targeted, individualized instruction - Blended learning opportunities, if needed - Offers students some choices and interactive games are provided when they reach a certain score/percentage of correct answers - Offers teachers useful data and additional resources that cater to student...

Classroomscreen Classroomscreen is a Chrome extension discussed by Holly Clark on her blog that can help students remain on task by providing them with on- task time limits. Since it is a Chrome extension, it is free and can be downloaded on any device with a Google platform. This extension is very flexible and easy to use. How to use: This extension can be used to display instructions for lessons visually. There are thirteen widgets available to support classroom activities during lessons. This tool is easy to use and instructions can be adjusted on your device in real time, if needed. Lastly, educators can save all of their screens and make collections so that you can prepare screens ahead of time and use them as needed. Tutorial : Benefits: - Helps students remain on task - Helps students create and work in short bursts and/or chunks of time - Can be used along with brain breaks to help students remain engaged in the content and decrease boredom - Suitable for both online and in-p...

 Google: Voice Typing Google's Voice Typing is a tool that can be accessed in the Tools section of the toolbar. This tool allows students to dictate their thoughts and information into a Google Doc or a Google Slide. Introduction Video: Benefits: Google's voice typing tool is beneficial for students in many ways. It can help students that have challenges with verbal processing, executive functioning, dyslexia, dysgraphia, visuals impairments, and so much more. This tool helps students get their ideas onto paper during writing tasks, which can alleviate frustrations or feelings of inferiority. Uses: - Language Practice - Use during "Writer's Block" to journal their thoughts and ideas - Write out responses to assignments - Collaborate and share ideas with others using a shared Doc

Quizlet Quizlet  is an app, similar to Brainscape discussed last week, that is used to help students create and study flashcards online. This can be accessed via web or mobile platform. Students and/or teachers can either create their own electronic flashcard set, or they can simply search and find sets that have already been published. This app is free and extremely easy to use. Benefits:  - Students can study vocab words from any device. - Flashcards are electronic and in one space, so students will not worry about losing or misplacing their cards. - Offers study and quiz modes so students can challenge themselves before upcoming tests or quizzes Uses/ Changes to future instruction: I can use this tool during future instruction when beginning a unit, so students can identify and record their terms electronically. I can also have students study their flashcards during free time using different modes, so they are challenging themselves. Since I can see the percentage they...

 Book Creator Book Creator is a tool that allows educators and students to create and share ebooks within the classroom. This tool is free, and educators can create a "Teacher Library" which unlimited students can join. This tool can greatly benefit children who are reluctant to read.  Benefits & Uses: Students can use this tool to create collaborative pages using provided templates. They can then use the record feature to explain the information listed on the pages, and then share with their peers. This is an engaging way for students to work together to create stories, retell stories, or present upon a topic, especially during remote learning. Student creation options: - Comics - Digital portfolios - Math concept books - Science journals - Books/ reports Tutorial for students: I look forward to trying out this tool within my classroom and building an engaging library for students, as well as of students work!