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Why Canva: Canva is a multifaceted tool that can be utilized in the classroom as well as across various organizations and professions. It's a tool that facilitates effective collaboration and engagement within the classroom. I have been able to use Canva in the past to complete assignments and projects. It's due to my personal experience with the tool that I chose to incorporate into my classroom tool collection.  What is Canva: Canva is an online organizational tool that allows users to create a variety of visual content. It simplifies graphic design tools so that they're accessible and easy to navigate for a wider range of individuals. The platform offers thousands of customization templates that are sure to fit any occasion or situation. It offers numerous illustrations, photos, and media guides. Fit for presentation slides, info-graphics, posters, resume, videos, documents, and social media graphics. Use & Complexity level: This site is extremely user friendly! Fi...

Why SurveyMonkey: SurveyMonkey is an online platform that can be used to facilitate an inclusive environment for all students. I have used SurveyMonkey within multiple classes and educational settings. I chose this site for its adaptability within the classroom and benefits to support CRT.  What is SurveyMonkey: This is a platform that allows users to create, distribute, and analyze surveys and forms. It collects feedback and creates a space for voters to share their thoughts and opinions on important topics anonymously. It has a variety of tools for users to apply, such as free survey templates, quizzes, and online survey software. It's a site that helps organize and build products that will be marketed or impact a group of people, ensuring the product is able to engage a range of customers or members.  Use & Complexity level: This site is very user friendly. It's free and accessible to people of all ages and professions, allowing users to use pre-made templates if they ...

  Why Teacher Pay Teachers: Teacher Pay Teachers is an amazing tools to assist educators and provide creative materials. I chose TPT because it's a tool that I've heard a lot about but never researched myself. As a future educator I wanted to learn more about the site and see what it has to offer.  What is Teacher Pay Teachers:  TPT is an online resource program for teachers to share and connect ideas with other educators. It allows them to share lesson plans, worksheets, course content, and games that target a range of topics. It provides an online marketplace for educators to be compensated for their word and receive credit for their original ideas/work. Use & Complexity level: The site is moderately easy to navigate. The complexity level ranges depending on the way material and plans are laid out. Some teachers may have made all materials read-to-use but others may have made their content more complex to follow. When it comes to purchasing material the site makes i...

  Why Padlet: Padlet is an education online tool. It is for online class collaboration practices. I chose Padlet because it's a tool I've personally used in the classroom as a student. The times I have used the tool I've found it to be easy and effective when it comes to use and purpose. What is Padlet: This is an is an educational tool that can be utilized by instructors and students alike. It works for all grade levels. It can be used as an instructional tool to test classroom knowledge on material in an interactive way or to give students a brain break within the classroom. It makes assessing content knowledge fun! Use & Complexity level: This can be slightly difficult to navigate as it's a little different from other sites with the same purpose. Visually it can be confusing and seem overwhelming for students. However, it is a resourceful tool that allows students to share ideas and connect with peers. Versatility:  It helps ensure content is being retained whil...

  Why IXL: IXL is and online educational program that is beneficial for student learning. I chose IXL because it's a site my own teachers had me and my peers complete. This was a site I was introduced to in elementary school. I mainly used the site for it's math lessons and content.  What is IXL: This is an online program that provides students with a wide range of interactive content for multiple subjects. This site is best suited for K-12 learning and contains features with challenge, track, and pace student learning. It also provides students with feedback and fun rewards. It aligns with student learning with classroom content and standards.  Use & Complexity level: IXL is very easy to use! I had no trouble using this site and enjoyed working my way through the lessons, it was very easy to navigate through the topics. Lessons are already published and the site customizes the level of difficulty based on student performance. Teachers are able to allow student to wo...

  Why DreamBox: DreamBox is an online site that assists student learning. I chose DreamBox from Dr. Wang's "Week 3 Day 1 T3PP Technologies" instructional media PowerPoint.  What is DreamBox: DreamBox is an online math and reading learning program that allows students to grow this skills and understanding through interactive online lessons. These lessons present content in a creative and gamified manner which enriches student learning.  Use & Complexity level: DreamBox is very easy to use! It's easy to navigate for all users. The site offers various programs in one single online location. Versatility: This site includes educational resources and lessons for multiple subjects. It allows students to experience different scaffolding techniques, build fluency, pace their learning, and test their knowledge. It connects students with challenging content and check retention. DreamBox can be used to provide students with target supports and instruction. It's very ver...