It's certainly a challenge to engage today's students. Learning theory shows that one of the keys to successful learning is engagement. Using Philip Schlechty's "Qualities the Affect Engagement" as a framework, Tony Vincent outlines 21 technology tools, strategies, and tips educators can use to increase authentic engagement. Learn ways to motivate learners using online tools that are freely available. Examples include polling students, illustrating concepts with crazy cartoons, creating jazzy slide shows, and touring some of the newest coolest sites the web has to offer. 

1. Bring YouTube into the classroom
2. Construct a website for collaboration
3. Bookmark, organize, and annotate webpages
4. Collect data using a shared spreadsheet
5. Host game shows
6. Create online quizzes and flashcards
7. Record podcasts
8. Make comic strips
9. Create zooming presentations
10. Create talking pictures
11. Create hip slide shows
12. Give choice of end products
13. ...and many more!

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