Objective 1: There will be an overview of commonly used K12 Educational Technology, both generally and in the candidate's district
Objective 2: Candidates will collaborate using a Padlet online bulletin
Objective 3: Candidates will understand what a Learning Management System(LMS) is, using Google Classroom, SeeSaw, or Schoology as examples.
Objective 4: Candidates will create a presentation using Canva or Google Slides
Objective 5: Review MA digital literacy framworks
Discussion: Candidates will discuss how educational technology is useful, and its inherent limitations..
Top Edtech Tools- 2025
https://blaze.today/blog/top-edtech-tools
San Francisco Unified School District- Approved EdTech:
https://www.sfusd.edu/learning/resources-learning/approved-digital-tools-apps-sfusd-students
(San Francisco USD is a leader in public school educational technology planning)
SFUSD- Google Suite Tools for K-5
https://www.sfusd.edu/learning/resources-learning/google-resources-sfusd/google-tool-access-grade-levels/app-permissions-access-grades-k-5
SFUSD Digital Learning Scope and Sequence
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wPEWEJH38goUlSJmhJs5b0taa6FlkmG8bIO-v9Via7g/preview#
Applied Digital Skills with Google
https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/en/backtoschool
https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/en/backtoschool
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https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/en/backtoschool
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Here's a more detailed look at some of the top AI tools for educators in 2025:
This platform is a comprehensive solution for educators, offering a wide array of AI-powered tools to streamline tasks like lesson planning, assessment creation, and IEP development. It also integrates with popular platforms like Google Classroom.
2. Diffit (https://web.diffit.me/
)- Web.diffit.me is a tool that allows educators to instantly generate differentiated versions of any web article or online text to match students’ reading levels and learning needs. By entering a URL, teachers can create simplified, grade-level, or advanced versions of the content, as well as generate comprehension questions, vocabulary lists, and summaries. This helps make online reading more accessible and supports personalized learning in the classroom.
This tool empowers educators with AI-powered design capabilities, making it easier to create engaging visuals for presentations, lesson plans, and other educational materials.
This versatile AI assistant can be used for a variety of tasks, including content creation, data analysis, and even generating images.
5. EdPuzzle:
Engagement you can see, results you can measure. Empower students to take an active role in their learning with interactive video lessons that spark creativity and curiosity.