Tech or Treat: 8 (More) Edtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 3)

Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 203

Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 203 called Tech or Treat: 8 (More) Edtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 3). In this episode, we will continue exploring a new list of edtech tools that can enhance, engage, and save time. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.

Nicks

1. Firstfive: The First Five is a free daily resource that provides teachers with over 20 ready-to-use activities to start the day with a focus on connection, care, and character. These quick activities, which include memes, check-ins, and mindfulness moments, require no extra prep and take five minutes or less.
2. Teachflix: Teachflix is a curated collection of educational videos, sorted into various categories, that teachers can use with their students in the classroom. It serves as a resource to find engaging video content perfect for kickstarting lessons and great conversations.
3. Teachertube: This is an educational video-sharing website designed for those in the education industry, primarily teachers, to share resources like video, audio, documents, and photos. It contains a mix of classroom teaching resources and materials designed for teacher training.
4. netflexkids.com: This website is a platform that curates and provides high-quality health and fitness video content for children, ranging from dance routines to workouts and interactive games. It aims to be the number one resource for teachers and parents looking for safe, active, and engaging physical education materials for all ages.

Guise’s

1. schools.tutero.com: This platform provides teachers with tools like AI-generated, curriculum-aligned worksheets, lesson plans, and diagnostic assessments, focusing on making mathematics clearer and more accessible. A key feature is theWorked Solutions, which guide students through math problems step-by-step to build their autonomy and understanding of the reasoning.
2. Gibbly ai in Canva Apps: Gibbly is an AI assistant that empowers teachers to create curriculum-aligned lesson presentations and gamified quizzes in minutes. The Canva app integration allows teachers to generate a polished, visual presentation directly within their Canva design, significantly reducing prep time.