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Nolej - Nolej
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Nolej is an AI-powered instructional design tool that helps teachers quickly turn existing content, such as videos, PDFs, text, or web links, into interactive learning experiences....more
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Nolej is an AI-powered instructional design tool that helps teachers quickly turn existing content, such as videos, PDFs, text, or web links, into interactive learning experiences. Using automation, the platform generates quizzes, flashcards, games, interactive videos, and even chatbots, allowing educators to create complete lesson modules in minutes instead of hours. Teachers can customize difficulty levels and learning goals, then export activities to LMS platforms or share them in multiple formats.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), differentiation (87), flash cards (44), quizzes (88), Teacher Utilities (205)
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Upload a short video (such as a science or social studies clip) into Nolej and let it generate embedded questions. Have students watch and respond in real time, keeping them actively involved instead of passively viewing. Generate multiple versions of activities at different difficulty levels. Assign the tasks based on student readiness so all learners can access the content while being appropriately challenged. Turn Nolej-generated quizzes into a class competition or team challenge. Students can replay activities, track progress, and reinforce key concepts before an assessment in a fun, low-prep way.Edge Features:
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Knowt - Knowt
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5 to 12
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Knowt is a free, teacher-friendly study platform that serves as an alternative to flashcard tools like Quizlet, with a strong emphasis on no-cost features for students and classrooms....more
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Knowt is a free, teacher-friendly study platform that serves as an alternative to flashcard tools like Quizlet, with a strong emphasis on no-cost features for students and classrooms. Teachers and students can create unlimited flashcards and notes, access multiple free study modes, including learn mode, matching, practice tests, and spaced repetition, and explore millions of ready-made flashcard sets and study guides shared by other users. The platform also includes basic AI tools at no cost, allowing users to turn notes, PDFs, or videos into flashcards and summaries, helping save preparation time. For classroom use, Knowt offers a free teacher plan with tools to generate quizzes, interactive activities, and differentiated materials, making it a practical option for formative assessment and review without a paid subscription. While advanced AI features are limited in the free version, it provides a robust set of study and review tools suitable for everyday classroom use.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), assessment (139), DAT device agnostic tool (127), quizzes (88)
In the Classroom
Share Knowt with students as a resource for practicing for upcoming quizzes and tests. Consider this option as an alternative to flashcards or other review methods. As students become familiar with Knowt, use this tool as a starting point on lessons sharing how to find and understand important information within any piece of writing. Create a quiz together and share it on your interactive whiteboard. Ask students to analyze the questions that Knowt creates and discuss why they are included in the quiz. Once students understand how to create an effective quiz, ask them to create their own quizzes for personal study or to share with peers. Gimkit, reviewed here, offers a free quiz-creation tool for use in a variety of educational settings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Games and Challenges - Genially
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3 to 12
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Genially's escape room templates are designed to be adaptable for a wide range of grade levels. The platform offers a variety of themes and levels of complexity, allowing educators...more
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Genially's escape room templates are designed to be adaptable for a wide range of grade levels. The platform offers a variety of themes and levels of complexity, allowing educators to tailor the content to their students' ages and learning objectives. For example, simpler games like Candyland or Children's Game templates are well-suited for younger students, while more intricate scenarios, such as the Artificial Intelligence Escape Room or Time Machine Escape, are ideal for older students seeking a challenge. Educators can customize these templates to align with their curriculum, making them versatile tools for engaging students across different educational stages.
tag(s): collaboration (110), digital escapes (29), game based learning (298), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Customize a Genially escape room (like Education Escape Room or Mystery Breakout) with questions and puzzles that review key concepts from your current unit--perfect as a fun pre-test or review session. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different puzzle or task within the escape game. This activity encourages teamwork, communication, and shared problem-solving as they work toward a common goal. Challenge students to create their digital escape rooms using Genially's templates. They must design puzzles, write clues, and embed subject content, transforming them from game players into game designers. Use a breakout template to reinforce vocabulary. Each "lock" can be opened only by correctly defining or using academic terms in context, making it ideal for ELA, science, or history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Digital Choice Board Maker - Genially
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K to 12
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Organizing and sharing choice boards can be time-consuming. These templates from Genially are real time-savers! To copy any of the templates, scroll through the page to learn about...more
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Organizing and sharing choice boards can be time-consuming. These templates from Genially are real time-savers! To copy any of the templates, scroll through the page to learn about using Genially to create interactive choice boards until you reach the section called editable choice board templates. Select one of the offered templates, then choose the option to use the template. Some templates are only available for premium accounts; however, once you are in your Genially workspace, you can choose the templates link and search for choice boards to find many available options. After selecting an option, personalize the choice board by changing images, adding links, and making any necessary edits before publishing and sharing with students.
tag(s): differentiation (87), multimedia (58), presentations (28), student-centered (9)
In the Classroom
Genially, reviewed here offers many other templates for creating playlists and interactive activities to differentiate instruction and offer student choice in learning. Learn more about creating and using choice boards and other tools to tailor instruction by completing the TeachersFirst: Differentiated Instruction Learning Module, reviewed here. This on-demand archive of OK2Ask: Teach Made EZ with Genially, reviewed here provides tips on getting started using Genially to gamify lessons and create engaging interactive content.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TestCadia - TestCadia
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TestCadia is an AI-powered coaching tool that supports students in preparation for high-stakes testing, such as the SAT, ACT, and GRE. As users complete activities, TestCadia adapts...more
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TestCadia is an AI-powered coaching tool that supports students in preparation for high-stakes testing, such as the SAT, ACT, and GRE. As users complete activities, TestCadia adapts the focus and difficulty of questions based on previous responses. After creating an account, choose a coach to begin using the tool. Each coach supports different types of learners, such as those who benefit from in-depth explanations or gamified learning. Select your test, then start the 25-question assessment to receive a custom practice plan. Free plans include a daily 20-minute practice test and a high-level score summary that provides an overall performance summary.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), assessment (139), test prep (70)
In the Classroom
Share TestCadia with students as a helpful resource when preparing for standardized testing. Encourage students to analyze their results to identify focus areas for practice and improvement. As you evaluate practice test results, find areas that need strengthening, then use the tools found in MagicSchool, reviewed here to create custom ELA and Math practice activities.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Online Notepad - Online Notepad
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The OnlineNotep Notepad is a free, browser-based tool that allows students and teachers to quickly create, edit, and save notes without needing an account. Its simple design includes...more
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The OnlineNotep Notepad is a free, browser-based tool that allows students and teachers to quickly create, edit, and save notes without needing an account. Its simple design includes essential features such as typing, copying, pasting, undo/redo, renaming, saving, and printing, making it accessible for learners of all ages. Because it runs entirely online, it eliminates distractions from extra features and focuses on straightforward writing and organization, making it a practical option for journaling, brainstorming, quick reflections, or drafting assignments both in and out of the classroom.
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tag(s): note taking (34), organizational skills (84)
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At the start of class, have students open their notepads to respond to a journal prompt, warm-up question, or reflection, encouraging a daily writing habit in a distraction-free space. Students can use the notepad to brainstorm essay ideas, story concepts, or project plans. They can freely jot down ideas without worrying about formatting, then copy their work into a more formal document later. Younger students can use the notepad to type spelling lists or practice new vocabulary by writing sentences. Teachers can quickly check by having students print or take a screenshot of their work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Online Cornell Note Method - Online Notepad
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The Cornell Note interface offers educators and students a streamlined, browser-based platform for creating Cornell-style notes. The tool features separated sections named Cues, Notes,...more
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The Cornell Note interface offers educators and students a streamlined, browser-based platform for creating Cornell-style notes. The tool features separated sections named Cues, Notes, and Summary, allowing users to organize their thoughts in the classic Cornell format. Users can easily structure notes by typing key ideas, inserting visuals, titles, and summaries, while leveraging essential features such as creating, saving, opening, renaming, printing, and editing functions (including undo/redo and copy/paste). This tool does not require sign-up; it is entirely free, and its straightforward interface lets students focus on learning rather than the tool itself.
tag(s): Accessibility (11), note taking (34), organizational skills (84)
In the Classroom
Have students use the Cornell Notes format while listening to a short lecture, story, or read-aloud. They record key points in the Notes section, list vocabulary or guiding questions in the Cues column, and write a one-paragraph Summary at the end. Assign an educational video or podcast. Students take Cornell Notes while watching/listening, then compare their Cues and Summaries in small groups, which encourages active listening and discussion. At the end of class, have students complete only the Summary section of their Cornell Notes as a quick "exit ticket." Teachers can review these to check comprehension and adjust future lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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BingWow - BingWow
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K to 12
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BingWow is a free online tool that lets teachers quickly create custom bingo games using AI, making it a fast way to generate ready-to-use activities. Enter a title, choose a ...more
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BingWow is a free online tool that lets teachers quickly create custom bingo games using AI, making it a fast way to generate ready-to-use activities. Enter a title, choose a card size (small, medium, or large), and select a tone (playful, balanced, or realistic); the AI then generates the bingo content based on your input. You can choose between a standard clue set, where all players have the same clues in different positions, or a wildcard option that creates some unique clues on each board to vary gameplay. After generating a set, each square is editable, allowing you to add images and refine the content before use. The site also includes premade bingo sets organized into categories such as education, holidays, and kids, available directly at the bottom of the homepage. No sign-in is required, and there are no ads, which makes access quick and simple. Users may still need to review and adjust AI-generated clues for accuracy or alignment with learning goals, and customization is limited to editing individual squares rather than changing broader game settings.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), game based learning (298), printables (35), worksheets (70)
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BingWow makes it easy to turn any topic into an engaging review game that involves little or no prep time, is free, and has no two cards alike. Start with the basics: enter weekly vocabulary words to generate bingo cards, then call out definitions instead of the words so students must recall the meanings before marking their cards. Create cards with multiplication facts, fractions, or decimals, call out a problem, and have students find the correct answer. Enhance learning by using BingWow during read-alouds or video lessons by loading cards with terms students are likely to encounter, and turn passive viewing into active listening. Extend learning by challenging students to design their own bingo sets tied to a research project, current unit, or independent reading book. Students curate the clues, which requires them to identify key concepts and think critically about what matters most. They can then generate cards through BingWow and lead the class in a live review game.Edge Features:
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Online Notepad - Online Notepad
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Online Notepad is a simple digital notebook that lets you write, organize, and save your notes right in your browser. It includes a basic notepad, to-do lists, watchlists, and project...more
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Online Notepad is a simple digital notebook that lets you write, organize, and save your notes right in your browser. It includes a basic notepad, to-do lists, watchlists, and project planners. You can add images, tables, and links, and choose from grid, lined, or centered-lined paper styles. The tool also supports typing in many languages, including Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic, making it useful for a wide range of learners and classrooms.
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tag(s): note taking (34), organizational skills (84)
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Students can use this resource to type notes during class. Students can use Online Notepad to create tables to share research data. Students can use Online Notepad to create lists of assignments to complete.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Copilot Chat - Microsoft
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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a secure, AI-powered tool available to Microsoft 365 subscribers, supporting functions like drafting content, summarizing information, brainstorming, analyzing...more
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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a secure, AI-powered tool available to Microsoft 365 subscribers, supporting functions like drafting content, summarizing information, brainstorming, analyzing files, and generating visuals. It keeps data private, aligns with existing security policies, and aids educators with lesson planning, feedback, collaboration, and compliance.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), digital literacy (31), editing (88), summarizing (25)
In the Classroom
After collecting survey data or conducting a class experiment, students can use Excel and Copilot to summarize findings and generate graphs, demonstrating how AI supports effective data analysis and visualization. Following this, have students draft a paragraph, story, or essay and then work with Copilot to review grammar, tone, or structure, which promotes self-editing and reflective writing while reinforcing digital literacy. To further integrate Copilot, assign students a topic (e.g., climate change, a historical figure, or a math concept) and let them use the tool to create a summary. Then, have them evaluate the AI response, verify the information, and present their findings with their own enhancements.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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VideoTutor - VideoTutor
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2 to 12
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful...more
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful for students preparing for standardized tests, such as the ACT and SATs; however, the site also offers explainer videos on addition facts for students as young as second grade. Begin by creating an account and "check in" to receive two credits each day. Earn additional credits by referring others to earn free credits. Create a video by adding a prompt to explain a topic or uploading an image to explain. VideoTutor creates your video, ready to watch, download, or share. Use the chat feature that is next to the video to ask questions and receive additional support. Sign in to VideoTutor with your email or Google. Members can generate videos in English or Chinese.
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Share this resource with students as a helpful tool for studying for standardized tests or as a support aid for your current curriculum. Share helpful videos on your class website or create a collection of videos using Wakelet, reviewed here to have readily available for student use. Extend student learning by asking them to create tutorials to share with their classmates using Powtoon, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Branching Scenario - Genially
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Step into the world of interactive storytelling with Genially's Branching Scenario template, where every decision leads to a new path of discovery. This customizable tool empowers educators...more
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Step into the world of interactive storytelling with Genially's Branching Scenario template, where every decision leads to a new path of discovery. This customizable tool empowers educators to create immersive, choose-your-own-adventure experiences that simulate real-life situations and decision-making processes. By integrating multimedia elements such as audio, video, and animations, teachers can craft engaging narratives that challenge students to think critically and explore various outcomes based on their choices.
tag(s): digital storytelling (161), graphic organizers (55), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Let students explore key character choices from a novel or short story. Each decision in the branching scenario leads to different consequences, helping students analyze character motivation and plot development. Develop a branching timeline and assign students to explore alternate historical outcomes (e.g., "What if the colonies didn't declare independence?"). For SEL or health education, create branching stories about peer interactions, bullying, or decision-making under peer pressure. Students can see the impact of different choices in a safe, guided format.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Animal Race - Genially
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Transform your classroom into a lively learning environment with the Genially Animal Race template -- where students dash toward knowledge in a fun, interactive competition. This customizable...more
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Transform your classroom into a lively learning environment with the Genially Animal Race template -- where students dash toward knowledge in a fun, interactive competition. This customizable board game format allows educators to tailor content across various subjects and grade levels, making it ideal for reviewing topics and reinforcing concepts. With features such as animated graphics, multimedia integration, and interactive elements, the Animal Race template provides a dynamic learning experience for students. Whether used for whole-class instruction, small-group activities, or individual practice, this template provides a versatile and engaging tool to enhance student participation and understanding.
tag(s): game based learning (298), gamification (94), Teacher Utilities (205)
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In ELA, assign students animals as characters and have them create short stories based on their progress in the game. Each move on the board can introduce a new plot twist, setting, or problem. Mix content from multiple subjects -- math, reading, science, and social studies -- into the game. Integrate science content by creating questions about animal habitats, adaptations, and classifications. As students race, they learn interesting facts about real animals tied to their game characters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Branching Diagram - Genially
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Bring lessons to life with interactive pathways using the Genially Branching Diagram Template. This online tool is an interactive tool designed to help educators visually represent...more
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Bring lessons to life with interactive pathways using the Genially Branching Diagram Template. This online tool is an interactive tool designed to help educators visually represent decision-making processes, classification systems, or problem-solving pathways. Featuring six customizable designs, this template allows teachers to create dynamic diagrams that incorporate multimedia elements such as audio, video, and animations. Its interactive nature enables students to explore various scenarios or concepts step by step, enhancing engagement and understanding. Suitable for a range of educational levels and subjects, share the template online, embedded in presentations, or downloaded in formats such as PDF and MP4.
tag(s): graphic organizers (55), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Have students use the branching diagram to create an interactive narrative in which each decision leads to a different plot path. In science, use the template to explore taxonomy. Students classify animals or plants based on their features, moving through the branches to learn categories such as vertebrate/invertebrate or flowering/non-flowering. Design a math activity where students follow a path based on the choices they make to solve multi-step word problems. Each branch leads to a different solution method or a common mistake to correct.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jumanally - Genially
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The Genially Jumanlly Template is an interactive, Jumanji-inspired board game designed to captivate students and enhance learning through gamification. Fully customizable, this template...more
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The Genially Jumanlly Template is an interactive, Jumanji-inspired board game designed to captivate students and enhance learning through gamification. Fully customizable, this template allows educators to integrate subject-specific questions, multimedia content, and challenges, making it adaptable for various educational levels and topics. Students embark on a virtual adventure, selecting avatars, rolling digital dice, and navigating a dynamic game board filled with tasks that reinforce key concepts. The engaging format promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and active participation, making it an excellent tool for review sessions, skill reinforcement, and the introduction of new material in a fun and interactive manner.
tag(s): collaboration (110), critical thinking (170), game based learning (298), gamification (94)
In the Classroom
Customize the Jumanlly template to align with your current unit (e.g., grammar, fractions, ecosystems). As students move through the game board, they answer questions or solve puzzles that are directly tied to the content. Divide the class into small teams, each choosing an avatar to navigate the board. Students work together to make decisions and complete tasks, encouraging communication, teamwork, and cooperative learning. Invite students to design their own version of the Jumanlly game based on a unit they've studied. They write the rules, create questions, and incorporate subject-relevant multimedia.Edge Features:
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Board Game - Genially
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The Genially Board Game Template provides educators with a fun, interactive way to gamify lessons across any subject. This fully customizable digital template enables teachers to create...more
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The Genially Board Game Template provides educators with a fun, interactive way to gamify lessons across any subject. This fully customizable digital template enables teachers to create engaging board game-style activities with embedded questions, multimedia content, and animations. Ideal for reviewing content, practicing skills, or encouraging collaboration, the template supports creativity while keeping students motivated. Use this template to create games for whole-class play, small-group competitions, or independent learning. Compatible with Google Classroom and various formats, this resource is ideal for students in upper elementary through high school.
tag(s): digital literacy (31), game based learning (298), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Convert your current unit into a board game, where each space features a content question or mini-challenge. Use it before a test to make review fun and collaborative. Create a board game where each move includes defining a term, using it in a sentence, or drawing it. Great for ELA, science, or social studies vocabulary practice. Have students design their own board games using the template to demonstrate understanding of a unit or topic. They write questions and present them to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tangram Game - Genially
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Transform your geometry lessons into an engaging, hands-on experience with the Tangram Game template from Genially. This free, fully customizable interactive puzzle challenges students...more
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Transform your geometry lessons into an engaging, hands-on experience with the Tangram Game template from Genially. This free, fully customizable interactive puzzle challenges students to arrange geometric shapes to form various figures, enhancing spatial reasoning, logic, and problem-solving skills. Ideal for teaching geometry concepts and fostering creativity, the template enables educators to incorporate animations, audio, and other multimedia elements, making learning both engaging and effective.
tag(s): game based learning (298), gamification (94), geometric shapes (151), tangrams (8)
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Connect the tangram puzzles to math lessons by having students identify the shapes used, calculate angles, or compare areas. Discuss how transformations (rotation, reflection, translation) change piece placement. Students create their own tangram figures digitally or on paper, then challenge classmates to solve them. Include a math reflection explaining the shapes used and any transformations involved. Explore the origins of tangrams in Chinese history, then compare them with other cultural puzzles or pattern games. Use this as a springboard for a social studies connection or art integration project.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language Learning Game - Genially
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Imagine transforming your language lessons into an engaging, interactive adventure! The Language Learning Game template from Genially offers educators a dynamic tool to achieve just...more
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Imagine transforming your language lessons into an engaging, interactive adventure! The Language Learning Game template from Genially offers educators a dynamic tool to achieve just that. This free, fully customizable template allows you to create immersive language games that reinforce vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills through interactive activities. With features such as animated designs, multimedia integration (including audio and video), and cross-device compatibility, it caters to diverse learning environments.
tag(s): game based learning (298), gamification (94), vocabulary (248), vocabulary development (100)
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Use the template to create a game focused on current vocabulary words. Have students play individually or in teams to define words, match them to images, or use them in sentences. Try adding audio clips for pronunciation practice. Design a mini escape room with grammar puzzles, such as identifying correct verb tenses or fixing sentence errors. Have students solve tasks to "unlock" levels while applying grammar rules. Have students use the Genially template to create their own language games based on a unit of study. They can then present and trade games with peers for extra review and practice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Drag and Complete the Text - Genially
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2 to 8
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Elevate your classroom activities with Genially's Drag and Complete the Text template--an interactive tool that transforms traditional fill-in-the-blank exercises into engaging drag-and-drop...more
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Elevate your classroom activities with Genially's Drag and Complete the Text template--an interactive tool that transforms traditional fill-in-the-blank exercises into engaging drag-and-drop experiences. This customizable template allows educators to create dynamic activities where students actively drag words or concepts into the correct spots within a text, reinforcing their understanding through interactive learning. Ideal for subjects like language arts, science, and social studies, the template supports multimedia integration, enabling the addition of audio, video, and animations to enrich the learning experience.
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tag(s): game based learning (298), gamification (94), parts of speech (40), vocabulary (248)
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Create a passage with missing verbs, punctuation, or parts of speech, and have students drag the correct options into the blanks. Create a brief historical narrative (e.g., the American Revolution, Ancient Egypt) with missing facts or names. Students can complete the story by dragging in accurate terms, helping reinforce comprehension and sequencing. Have students write their own short texts with blanks and correct word options. They can then challenge classmates to complete them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SEL Lesson Planner - Yourway Learning
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K to 12
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This AI-powered tool generates social-emotional learning (SEL) plans for any topic and grade level. Begin by adding the grade level, then select the SEL competency to address from the...more
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This AI-powered tool generates social-emotional learning (SEL) plans for any topic and grade level. Begin by adding the grade level, then select the SEL competency to address from the five options: self-awareness, self-management, and others. In the final box, add the topic, standard, or objective to address and include additional details to consider when generating your lesson. After the lesson is generated, use the available options to request changes and modify the lesson to fit your needs. Download or save your lesson plan document using the options available at the Manage Content dropdown box.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), social and emotional learning (160), Teacher Utilities (205)
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Save this lesson generator for many different classroom uses. Create lessons to build social-emotional learning skills that address the needs of your students or incorporate SEL thinking processes into lessons that require students to understand different perspectives, such as the civil rights movement or the environmental impacts of pollution. Take time to develop the prompt for the final box to include specific information for the type of lesson to create, teaching frameworks to include, technology to incorporate, and consideration of thinking routines. For example, use a prompt such as "the civil rights movement of the 1960s, include five station rotation activities; one should be technology-based" to generate a SEL lesson. Consider adding Thinking Routines, reviewed here that encourages students to use perspective to consider others' thoughts, experiences, and feelings.Edge Features:
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