Tech Tools
This menu of educational resources includes apps, web-based programs and other online learning material. There is a mix of general technologies and task specific technologies.
- You will select a technology tool from within these resources, from the assistive technologies (next page) or another of your choice.
- The next activity is to evaluate a technology tool using the Technology Evaluation Tool (activity page)
These resources were selected based on recommendations from reliable resources. Teachers need to evaluate resources to meet the needs of their students and specific learning goals. There is no one technology tool that will replace all other methods of teaching.
General Tech tools
Find tools for audio and podcasting, blogs, calendars, task management, curation tools, drawing, charting and mapping tools, photo and photo sharing, presentation, webpage starting tools, social networks, video and video sharing, Wikis, word processing and productivity
Visit Kathy Schrock's Guide to Everything Online Tools and Web 2.0 Applications webpage for resources
Cross Curricular Resources
SAS Curriculum Pathways- Interactive K-12 Standards-Based resources in the core curriculum.
HippoCampus.org is a free, core academic web site that delivers rich multimedia content--videos, animations, and simulations--on general education subjects to middle-school and high-school teachers and college professors, and their students, free of charge
Khan Academy K-adult, cross curricular
ICTgames - Numeracy and literacy, early childhood and special needs
CK-12 Foundation- Math, Science, English, History, Engineering, Technology and more
Reading/ELA
Interview an author, virtual book clubs
English/Language Arts - use the filter for searching
English Language Learners-ELL
Social Studies
Virtual Fields
Digital Documentaries-An evolving collection of innovative, interactive stories exploring the world – and our place in it – from uniquely Canadian points of view.
Travel the World From Your Classroom: Free iPad Apps for Virtual Field Trips- Monica Burns is a great virtual resources for all things tech ed.
Framing a field trip using Google Earth- instructions on making your own virtual field trip
For Resources @ Assitive Technology, or hover over Select Tech Tools on the navigation bar
STEM- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Simulations, Interactives, CAD software free from Autodesk, Virtual Manipulatives
- Science
WISE- Web-Based Science Environment
- Engineering and Technology
Free Autodesk software for students and educators
Generate 3D models from photos
Design your next electronic project
Easy 3D modeling for Web, Mac, and PC
Unique 3D models from 2D slices
Create 3D sculptures on iPad
The ultimate tool for 3D mashups
Get started with 3D modeling
Tinkerplay New!
Design, customize and 3D print for play
- MATH
Illuminations- Resources for Teaching Mathematics from NCTM-K-12 Free, interactives and lessons
Anneberg Learner- Math Interactives
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives for Math
Math Apps from ITunes
Math Glossary- Android App
MyScript Calculator by MyScript. It is a free app calculator that allows you to write the numbers and equations in, rather than just type the numbers.
Montessori My First Numbers. This app promotes the understanding of number and number clusterTenMarks
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives - a library of uniquely interactive, web-based virtual manipulatives or concept tutorials, mostly in the form of Java applets, for mathematics instruction (K-12 emphasis)
Glencoe Math Manipulatives for K- 8, use the Help menu to understand how to use this online resource
Geoboard (new) - an online, virtual geoboard.
Behavior
Data Collection, Classroom behavior management, social stoires
- Sock Puppets app (especially useful for students with ASD, create social scenarios for perspective taking)
- Extensive list of behavior apps compiled by Jessica Minahan, M.Ed., BCBA
- Go Noodle: Go Noodle is a website with a variety of videos and activities that are helpful for students who need physical and mental breaks throughout the day. https://www.gonoodle.com/ Sign up for free access.
- Breathe to Relax: Stress management app with diaphragmatic breathing exercises. Designed to help you mood stabilization, anger control, and anxiety management.