Using Tools To Support Connected learning

USING TOOLS TO SUPPORT CONNECTED LEARNING

This chapter serves as a practical guide for educators looking to leverage digital tools to support connected learning in their classrooms and schools. 

Educators can utilize various digital tools to capture, organize, and preserve student work, reflections, and progress. Here are some tools commonly used for this purpose: 

Google Drive: Google Drive offers a suite of productivity tools, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, which can be used to create and store documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Educators can create folders for each student or class and use Google Docs to encourage students to write reflections, track their progress, and collaborate on projects.

Seesaw: Seesaw is a digital portfolio platform designed specifically for K-12 classrooms. It allows students to document their learning by uploading photos, videos, drawings, and written reflections to their digital portfolios. Teachers can provide feedback and assessment directly within the platform and share students' work with parents. 

Flipgrid is a video discussion platform that enables educators and students to create and share short video responses. Educators can use Flipgrid to facilitate asynchronous discussions, document student presentations, and capture reflections on learning experiences. Flipgrid also integrates with other educational tools, such as Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams. 

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