1. Communication Tools

These tools help you send messages, ask questions, or work with others in real time:

• Email:
  Use for formal communication with teachers, classmates, or group members. Learn how to write clear subject lines, proper greetings, and polite, professional messages.
  
  

• Google Chat / Microsoft Teams Chat:
  Great for quick questions and real-time messaging. You can also use these platforms to create groups for projects and share resources instantly.
  
  

• Microsoft Teams (or Google Meet):
  Used for video calls, online classes, or meetings. Learn to mute/unmute, use chat during meetings, share your screen, and follow online meeting etiquette.
  
  

 2. Collaboration Tools

These tools allow multiple people to work on the same project, even from different places:

• Google Docs:
  A shared word processor where many people can edit at once. It tracks changes, allows comments, and saves automatically. Great for group essays, notes, or presentations.
  
  

• Padlet:
  An interactive digital wall where you can post text, images, or links. It’s perfect for brainstorming ideas or gathering feedback from classmates.
  
  

• Trello:
  A visual tool to organize group projects using boards, lists, and cards. It helps you manage tasks, set deadlines, and keep track of who’s doing what.
  
  

 3. Productivity Tools

These help you work faster and more creatively:

• Canva:
  A free design tool to create posters, slides, social media graphics, and more. It’s user-friendly and has thousands of templates.
  
  

• Grammarly:
  A writing assistant that checks spelling, grammar, and tone. It’s helpful for emails, essays, and reports.
  
  

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint):
  Widely used for school and work. Word is for documents, Excel for calculations and data, and PowerPoint for presentations.