Web Tools for Teachers
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No longer do teachers and schools have to be restricted to expensive software loaded from discs. These days there is a wide range of web-based applications - that is, software available over the Internet - for just about any task.
Check out the collections I've found to get you started....
In these you will literally find 100's of amazing tools available online.
Check out the collections I've found to get you started....
In these you will literally find 100's of amazing tools available online.
- Cool Tools for Schools - this wiki, created by Lenva Shearing, is an amazing collection of links. It includes presentation tools, video tools, audio tools, collaborative tools, writing tools, music tools, organising, converting ... the list goes on. Set aside some time to browse this extensive collection, and check back regularly for any new additions. You can find Web 2.0: Cool Tools for Schools HERE.
- Google Apps for Education - many schools are now switching over to Google Apps for Education. Watch this slideshow for some ideas about using Google in schools.
35 Ways To Use Google In The Classroom
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3. Web AppStorm - This site is a general site that reviews and lists web applications. You can also follow it by Email, Facebook, Twitter or RSS Feeds. It features a broad range of applications that will be of interest to many.
4. Twitter - The Twitter community is constantly suggesting useful applications and sites, and for that reason alone, it is a valuable learning tool for teachers. One hashtag ( # ) well worth following is #edchat. Edudemic recently posted a list of 35 of the best Web 2.0 tools for teachers, and many other applications were suggested by teachers in the comments. Take a look at the post HERE.
4. Twitter - The Twitter community is constantly suggesting useful applications and sites, and for that reason alone, it is a valuable learning tool for teachers. One hashtag ( # ) well worth following is #edchat. Edudemic recently posted a list of 35 of the best Web 2.0 tools for teachers, and many other applications were suggested by teachers in the comments. Take a look at the post HERE.
