Edtech Tools That Make Learning More Fun and Engaging

Students today are known as technological learners, and adopting tech into the classroom helps them retain information more quickly. Edtech tools also make learning fun and engaging!

Educational technology helps teachers focus on teaching rather than administrative duties, freeing them up to concentrate more fully on students. From automatic grading tools to classroom management solutions, teachers can utilize educational technology tools that free them up for greater creativity when teaching students in the classroom.

AI & ML

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being employed in education to support both students and teachers to excel. AI tools for skill development, testing systems, efficiency improvements in learning/teaching processes and personalization initiatives allow more time to be dedicated to human understanding and adaptability.

AI can use student performance data to understand which areas are working and which need improvement in a curriculum, making adjustments as necessary to improve teaching methods and results.

Additionally, automation software can help educators automate time-consuming tasks like checking homework and grading tests; organizing research papers and documents; creating presentations and notes; conducting light specific research. This enables educators to concentrate on tasks with maximum value for students while creating tailored learning experiences for them.

VR & AR

Virtual reality (VR) brings the world into students’ classrooms, enabling them to explore landmarks and historical locations without leaving the room. VR can be particularly effective for topics that are more visual or tactile – for example a lesson on the Parthenon or an exploration of solar system through AR apps.

There are various VR educational content applications that can be applied across disciplines, including science simulations, immersive language learning and historical reenactment. Early adopters have taken notice and are creating their own custom AR and VR experiences – such as companies working with educators and subject-matter experts to create immersive learning experiences – while innovative teacher education programs like American University use VR as part of their graduate preparation curriculums for forward-thinking teachers.

Cloud-Enabled Tools & Tablets

Cloud computing allows students and teachers to collaborate seamlessly regardless of location or device, and reduces IT and data management costs by offloading these tasks to an external service provider.

Cloud solutions enable teachers and students to share class materials easily and safely, such as videoconferencing software designed for business teams that proves surprisingly successful in classroom settings or can even connect students to expert tutors for specialized learning experiences.

Educational technology tools, like virtual field trips and digital labs, help students save money while enjoying incredible learning experiences. Furthermore, these resources can equip students with the tech skills they’ll need for future success – such as using an electronic whiteboard or creating an online coding project.

IoT Devices

Teachers can utilize IoT devices to design engaging lessons that keep their students interested. IoT tools also enable educators to monitor student progress and answer student queries more easily, as well as helping large classrooms manage student attendance by using barcode or ID systems or even fingerprint scanning systems that automatically record each presence of an attendee.

Schools are using IoT devices more and more often in school operations, according to Flood. Internet-connected clocks connect with central servers so school bells ring on time; security systems monitor school grounds to protect student from threats; other IoT tools include virtual reality headsets, 3D printers and robotics; all requiring constant internet connectivity in order to function.

Seesaw

Seesaw is a student-centric digital portfolio app, designed for documenting work through built-in creative tools. Students can upload photos, videos, drawings, text documents or audio clips – enabling them to demonstrate what they know in whatever form best suits their learning style.

Teachers use this tool to assign activities to their students and track student progress on them, create a class blog and enable peer feedback on assignments.

Families can access Seesaw through its web portal or mobile app to view assignments (with teacher feedback) for their children, read class announcements, send and receive messages and enable translation so that their children can communicate with teachers in their native tongues.