Category Archives: free

ClassDojo

by Zeynep Gecu-Parmaksiz ClassDojo is a communication platform that can be used to create an informative and collaborative learning environment with students, teachers, and parents. It can also function as a digital student portfolio that teachers, students, and families can … Continue reading

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EdPuzzle

by Jennifer Robb Videos have always been a valuable resource for education, and with so many educators and edutainers producing high quality video content, there’s often no need to reinvent the wheel for our students. However, we still want to … Continue reading

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Chrome Music Lab

by Jennifer Robb As you could probably guess from our logo, we place particular emphasis on the role of the Arts in STEAM education. While STEM has become a focal point for schools around the world, we argue that the … Continue reading

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Leveraging G Suite – Google Forms

by Devin Flynn (writing & research) Within G Suite, Google Forms is a very diversified, free tool that every teacher should have experience using. Having this skill in your tool belt can revolutionize some of the ways that you teach … Continue reading

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MakeCode

by Devin Flynn (writing & research) MakeCode is a free, online coding platform which allows for creative, engaging learning experiences.  Designed by Microsoft, this open source platform supports students on a progression path into real-world programming. This learning platform brings … Continue reading

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micro:bit

by Devin Flynn (writing & research) micro:bit is an open source hardware that was designed by BBC in partnership with many companies including Microsoft. It functions as a mini-programmable computer that can be coded on a computer, and uploaded to … Continue reading

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BrainPOP

 by Tess Butler-Ulrich (writing & research) and Bradley Nicholas (research) BrainPOP is a free multimodal learning platform developed with the aim of making typically complex educational concepts understandable and engaging for students. Available as both an app and browser-based site, BrainPOP … Continue reading

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Screencast-o-Matic

by Jennifer Robb Whether the temporary shift to online learning has you producing synchronous or asynchronous learning material for your students, you may find yourself needing to create short videos to accompany their remote learning activities. Videos have a number … Continue reading

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Google Tour Creator

by Jennifer Robb  Although it may have once seemed too good to be true, virtual reality (VR) has exploded in recent years, becoming a common fixture in entertainment, industry, and education. VR systems from Oculus, HTC, Sony, and more can often … Continue reading

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NASA

by Amanda Trigiani The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) uses social media channels and mobile apps to tell the world about its findings, while also involving people in its activities. The app featured here is their main one, which … Continue reading

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Monster Math

by Amanda Trigiani Take an adventure with a monster named Maxx in an exciting game that practices core math skills. Learners get to travel into 4 different worlds to save Maxx’s friend Dextra, battle enemies and find allies. The engaging … Continue reading

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Brain it On!

by Amanda Trigiani I must admit, I am obsessed with this game! Brain it on! is a physics game that encourages you to problem-solve to complete unique tasks. Each puzzle has multiple solutions, so you can get creative designing solutions … Continue reading

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Canva

by Amanda Trigiani Canva is an exciting tool because of its infinite potential. It is an easy to use graphic design app and website that allows the maker to create original products or edit ready-made design templates. The drag-and-drop format … Continue reading

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3D Brain

by Amanda Trigiani Our brains are complex structures and can be challenging to learn and to teach. This app brings the brain to life through a colourful 3D structure that can be rotated 360° in space. The app is created … Continue reading

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AnswerGarden

by Jennifer Robb Collaboration is an essential skill for students to learn and exercise, both in and out of the classroom. Activities that require students to work in partners or small groups are fantastic for strengthening collaborative problem-solving and communication … Continue reading

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