Research – Find five instructional web tools that offer a variety of opportunities for learners. Link to each web tool considered in your blog.
Answer – What is the intended use for each tool? How might you use each tool in online teaching? How might a student use the tool? Is there a cost associated with the tool?
1. Peergrade “is a free online platform to facilitate peer feedback sessions with students.” I could set up an assignment, with a rubric, and allow peers to provide feedback following the rubric. This feedback spurs discussion and brings students further than if they were just completing an assignment alone.
2. Nearpod allows an instructor to “easily importing existing lessons (pdfs, jpegs, ppts) and adding interactive features such as Virtual Field Trips, 3D Objects, Quizzes, Polls, Open Ended Questions + more!” This tool makes presentations far more interactive. There is a free account but there are more features available with a paid account. Some districts offer this with your signin.
3. LiveBinders allows students to create “online binders you can combine all of your cloud documents, website links and upload your desktop documents – to then easily access, share, and update your binders from anywhere.” This is a great way for students to organize for a course and be able to share their information with anyone. Livebinder is free to use.
4. Padlet is “an online virtual “bulletin” board, where students and teachers can collaborate, reflect, share links and pictures, in a secure location.” Live binder can be set up by the instructor for use as a group or a student can use this for personal use. Padlet is free to use.
5. Sutori is a “collaborative presentation tool for the classroom for all age groups and content areas. It provides the ideal canvas for assignments and lesson plans.” This is a great way to present material and best part is its free.
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