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Free Seating Charts for Classrooms - Storyboard That
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K to 12
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The Seating Chart tool on Storyboard That, reviewed here offers educators an easy-to-use platform to design visually appealing, fully customizable...more
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The Seating Chart tool on Storyboard That, reviewed here offers educators an easy-to-use platform to design visually appealing, fully customizable seating arrangements. With a variety of templates, from striped backgrounds and school supply themes to chalkboard styles, teachers can effortlessly copy and personalize layouts using drag-and-drop functionality, editable text, colors, and shapes. These seating charts help streamline classroom organization, support smooth transitions, assist with learning student names, provide structure for substitutes, and encourage inclusive groupings that foster peer interaction and differentiated learning.
tag(s): behavior (49), classroom management (135)
In the Classroom
Create clear and colorful seating charts to assign spots, making it easier for students to know where to sit and for teachers to take attendance quickly. Provide substitutes with a labeled seating chart that includes student names and key notes, making classroom management smoother when you are absent. Design charts that assign students to small groups for projects or rotations.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Learning Environment - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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The Classroom Management collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated set of professional development resources to cultivate effective learning environments. It highlights...more
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The Classroom Management collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated set of professional development resources to cultivate effective learning environments. It highlights strategies and best practices in areas such as classroom procedures, time management, student behavior, climate and culture, positive reinforcement, and support for first-year teachers. Each resource, ranging from videos and lesson plans to interactive activities, is designed to help educators create environments that foster engagement, streamline classroom operations, and support student learning. Many of the lessons are also available in Spanish, making them more accessible for diverse teaching communities.
tag(s): behavior (49), classroom management (135), professional development (318), social and emotional learning (195)
In the Classroom
Use short videos or case studies from the collection to have students act out classroom routines (like entering the room or transitioning between tasks). Create posters based on strategies highlighted in the lessons (e.g., steps for group work or attention signals). Students can help design them to increase ownership of classroom procedures. Have students reflect weekly on how classroom strategies (positive reinforcement, transitions, group norms) affect their learning. They can use Canva Docs, reviewed here to write their journals online.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Exploring Abroad - Exploring Abroad
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7 to 12
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Exploring Abroad is a comprehensive and user-friendly platform that provides students and educators with access to a wide range of international opportunities, including study abroad,...more
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Exploring Abroad is a comprehensive and user-friendly platform that provides students and educators with access to a wide range of international opportunities, including study abroad, language learning, volunteering, teaching abroad, and long-term relocation options. The site offers cultural immersion and practical guidance, providing resources such as destination overviews, videos, photos, and articles about top museums and landmarks, helping users become both inspired and informed. Authored by global citizens who have lived and learned abroad, it offers authentic insights, step-by-step tools, and supportive narratives that help learners step beyond their comfort zones and prepare for meaningful global experiences. In the classroom, this platform can enrich unit planning in world cultures, languages, or social studies, support student exploration in language learning or global citizenship projects, and inspire research, comparative studies, and multimedia presentations.
tag(s): cultures (292)
In the Classroom
Students use the site to explore a real study-abroad or gap-year program and map out the steps they would need to take (budgeting, language prep, academic focus, application). Have students choose a country or city featured on Exploring Abroad and explore its culture, language, and educational or volunteer opportunities. They can create a short digital presentation using FlexClip, reviewed here or a travel brochure showcasing why they'd want to go, what they'd learn, and how the experience connects to their personal or academic goals. Using Exploring Abroad articles and videos, have students compare the daily life, school systems, or cultural customs of two different countries. They can present their findings in a Venn diagram or infographic using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here and reflect on how cultural understanding can influence empathy, communication, and decision-making.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Online Notepad - Online Notepad
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3 to 12
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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 (89)
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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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4 to 12
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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 (89)
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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Free Printable Worksheets for Teachers - Wayground (formerly Quizzizz)
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K to 12
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating...more
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating a free account, teachers can access materials across subjects such as math, science, social studies, social emotional learning, fine arts, world languages, reading and writing, and typing. Resources can be downloaded as printable worksheets or launched as interactive quizzes. When using quizzes, teachers can preview, assign, or run live sessions with options for student-led or teacher-led modes. Assignment features allow customization of settings such as timing, attempts, accommodations, question order, answer visibility, and game elements like power-ups and leaderboards. Educators can also create their own content, including assessments, lessons, interactive videos, or passages, with flexible question types and privacy settings for classroom or school use.
tag(s): charts and graphs (196), critical thinking (179), data (213), equations (132), game based learning (304), grammar (139), grammar review (33), matter (51), sign language (16), social and emotional learning (195)
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Students can either complete the worksheet or the quiz on Wayground. When completing a worksheet, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to show their thinking/understanding of the concept. Students can create their own problems for a quiz on Wayground.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 - Getting Smart
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K to 12
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Getting Smart's 10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 is a free article that shares online resources for computational thinking. Some of the resources featured...more
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Getting Smart's 10 Classroom-Ready Computational Thinking Resources for K-12 is a free article that shares online resources for computational thinking. Some of the resources featured include: Computer Science Unplugged: Sorting Algorithm Activities, Google for Education: Exploring Computational Thinking, Poll Everywhere, Thingiverse, and more. After each resource heading, there is a link to the site and a brief description.
tag(s): computational thinking (45), social and emotional learning (195)
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Students can play the computational thinking games that are featured on the site. Students can create their own coding game using Scratch, reviewed here. Students can compare and contrast sites using the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Notegpt: AI Podcast Generator - Hongyuan Cao
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5 to 12
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Notegpt's AI Podcast Generator uses AI to create your podcast. To create a podcast, insert text, a file, an article link, or a YouTube video. Once your topic/script is inserted, ...more
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Notegpt's AI Podcast Generator uses AI to create your podcast. To create a podcast, insert text, a file, an article link, or a YouTube video. Once your topic/script is inserted, you can pick the number of people in your podcast (1 to 6 people), the type of podcast, and the time. The types of podcasts you can create include Educational, Interview, Deep Dive, Storytelling, News Report, Talk Show, Personal Growth, Funny, and Roast. The time can range from 0-1 minutes to 10-15 minutes. When the AI Script toggle is turned on, you can see your podcast's script. Once your podcast is created, you can share it via a link, a download, or a QR code to listen on your phone.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), podcasts (163)
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Students can create educational podcasts about historical figures by interviewing one another. Students can create news reports on current events or historical events. Finally, students can create a personal growth podcast about what they wish to accomplish in the future.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Comic Strip Maker - Lywi.com
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5 to 12
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Want to make a comic strip from scratch? Comic Strip Maker is your answer. Comic Strip Maker allows you to open a photo, create a new image, or choose from ...more
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Want to make a comic strip from scratch? Comic Strip Maker is your answer. Comic Strip Maker allows you to open a photo, create a new image, or choose from the samples. Once you have selected what you would like for your comic, you can add stickers, bubbles, text, draw, and add shapes. Comic Strip Maker also allows you to change the color, shadow, texture, and opacity of the images. After completing your comics, press Save in the left corner, and your image will be saved as a PNG.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (61)
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Students can create comics about themselves to share at the beginning of the year. Students can make historical figures or events into comics, explaining the person's importance or the event. Finally, engage in Comic Strip Maker by creating a 'show what you know' after a science lesson.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Evaluating & Choosing Sources - TeacherTube
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4 to 7
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Introduce your students to the basics of selecting reliable research sources with this engaging video. The video explains different types of sources and shows how to determine whether...more
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Introduce your students to the basics of selecting reliable research sources with this engaging video. The video explains different types of sources and shows how to determine whether information is trustworthy by evaluating factors such as accuracy, relevance, and author credibility. Because the video is designed for elementary learners, it can be used by teachers to introduce research skills, information literacy, and responsible internet use in a simple and easy-to-understand way. This makes it a helpful resource for lessons on research projects, writing assignments, or digital literacy.
tag(s): evaluating sources (45)
In the Classroom
Give students a short, fake, or weak source with problems (no author, no date, opinions, incorrect facts). Have students work in groups to improve the source by adding details that would make it more reliable. Give students a simple research question, have them find two sources, and use the ideas from the video to decide which source is better. Show students screenshots of websites or articles. Students can give a thumbs-up or thumbs-down to show whether the source looks trustworthy, then explain why by checking the author, date, and facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Evaluate Sources - University of South Carolina
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6 to 12
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Discover clear guidance and lesson ideas to help students learn to assess the reliability and quality of information they find online. The site explains how to check an author's credibility,...more
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Discover clear guidance and lesson ideas to help students learn to assess the reliability and quality of information they find online. The site explains how to check an author's credibility, identify bias, verify facts, and decide whether a source is appropriate for research or classroom use. It is designed as a teaching resource, with examples and strategies to introduce information literacy skills, research skills, and responsible use of digital sources across a variety of subjects.
tag(s): bias (33), evaluating sources (45)
In the Classroom
Give students several websites about the same topic, including one reliable source and one questionable source. Have students use the evaluation guidelines (author, date, bias, evidence, purpose) to decide which source is most trustworthy. Prepare cards with short descriptions of sources (blog post, news article, encyclopedia entry, advertisement, social media post, academic article). Have students sort the cards into categories such as reliable, questionable, or not appropriate for research and justify their choices using the evaluation checklist. Show students an article or website with clear bias and have them highlight words or phrases that show opinion, exaggeration, or one-sided information.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Insta-Lesson - Insta-Lesson
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K to 12
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Create lesson plans quickly using Insta-Lesson--no registration required. Although any educator can use this tool, the creators designed it to help create substitute plans, complete...more
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Create lesson plans quickly using Insta-Lesson--no registration required. Although any educator can use this tool, the creators designed it to help create substitute plans, complete makeup work, and develop enrichment or remediation activities. Start by adding a lesson topic to begin planning, then select a grade level, and optionally include details such as the learning standard and lesson length. Choose from two options to generate your lesson. The first option builds a lesson through guided steps, while the second option quickly generates a lesson using the information you have already added. When finished, Insta-Lesson sends the completed lesson, teacher guide, and slide presentation to your email.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), substitutes (25), Teacher Utilities (214)
In the Classroom
Use this tool to create lesson plans for substitutes or remediation, including detailed instructions and standards-aligned activities. After generating the lesson, use the editing tools to modify the plan as needed to match your professional needs and standards. Share the slide presentation with students and add an exit ticket slide to review upon your return. If needed, clarify directions or provide additional instructions for students or your substitute for your lesson by creating a short recording using Awesome Screenshot, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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BingWow - BingWow
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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 (300), game based learning (304), printables (35), worksheets (70)
In the Classroom
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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Civics of Technology Curriculum - Civics of Technology
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6 to 12
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Civics of Technology offers a free curriculum that teaches students to think critically about technology and its impact. The curriculum focuses on the organization's core mission, which...more
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Civics of Technology offers a free curriculum that teaches students to think critically about technology and its impact. The curriculum focuses on the organization's core mission, which uses a "technoskeptical" approach that promotes thoughtful questioning on the effects of technology. Included are interactive activities and in-depth lessons on topics such as media literacy and an examination of household technologies. The lessons include a variety of supplemental resources, including videos, Google Slides presentations, and related blog posts. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), critical thinking (179), inquiry (34), media literacy (122)
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Utilize these free curriculum materials to incorporate media literacy lessons into commonly taught subjects or to develop critical thinking skills. For example, use the "Unfolding a Smartphone" lesson to explore the development of communication methods from the invention of the alphabet to the emergence of smartphones. Use Project Zero Thinking Routines, reviewed here to enhance learning and understanding. Choose from a variety of thinking routines that provide focused activities to guide students in critical thinking and encourage them to consider different viewpoints.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Google Labs - Google
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Google Labs is your home for finding the latest experiments from Google. Scroll down the page to find resources that encourage creativity, learning, and play. Read a summary of the...more
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Google Labs is your home for finding the latest experiments from Google. Scroll down the page to find resources that encourage creativity, learning, and play. Read a summary of the experiment, then choose the "try it now" link to access and explore the resource. Experiments are added frequently; some examples include a tool that creates and plays chess using AI-generated chess pieces, an experiment that generates images with prompts for storytelling, and an experimental career-dreaming tool.
tag(s): animation (61), artificial intelligence (300), careers (196), french (72), images (266), spanish (112), vocabulary development (102)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save Google Labs as a resource to find new and unique learning tools. For example, use Whisk to generate animated images for creative writing projects, or explore words with TestFX to enhance vocabulary and add interest to any writing project. Visit Talking Tours with students to tour cultural institutions, landmarks, or highlighted areas of nature or architecture. If sharing this site with older students, ask them to create a screen recording using a tool like Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here that provides a tutorial for how to use the experiment and shares examples.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PamPam - PamPam
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PamPam is an AI-powered custom map maker and trip planner. Use AI to generate and customize a map, or start one by uploading a Notion, Sheets, or CSV file. Use ...more
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PamPam is an AI-powered custom map maker and trip planner. Use AI to generate and customize a map, or start one by uploading a Notion, Sheets, or CSV file. Use the map maker to add locations, customize colors, add photos, and more. Share or embed your maps using the links provided. PamPam supports real-time collaboration, allowing you to share your maps with others to build and edit maps together. Free plans allow users to add up to thirty points to a map.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), map skills (69), maps (224), virtual field trips (139)
In the Classroom
Teach map skills by creating interactive maps of locations near your school or of famous cities located around the world, then add pictures to highlight areas of interest. Create maps featuring historical locations, literary settings, or plot areas with active volcanoes. Ask students to create maps featuring a virtual guide to your town that highlights favorite places, including restaurants, parks, and other activities.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wondercraft AI Podcasting - Wondercraft AI
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Wondercraft AI Podcasting is an online audio-creation platform that allows teachers and students to create podcasts, voice recordings, and narrated projects using artificial intelligence....more
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Wondercraft AI Podcasting is an online audio-creation platform that allows teachers and students to create podcasts, voice recordings, and narrated projects using artificial intelligence. You can type a script, paste text, or upload notes, and the site generates realistic voices, music, and sound effects without needing recording equipment or editing experience. The tool also allows collaboration, sharing by link, and exporting finished audio, making it useful for digital storytelling, presentations, and media projects. Because it requires an account and uses AI voice generation, the site is best suited for older students or teacher-managed classroom projects.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), digital storytelling (166), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
Have students write a short story, myth, or personal narrative, then use Wondercraft to turn the text into a narrated audio story with AI voices and sound effects. They can choose different voices for characters and add background music. Students can research a famous historical figure and write a speech that person might have given. They then use Wondercraft to generate the speech as an audio recording using an AI voice. Students can write simple sentences or conversations in a foreign language and use the AI voice generator to hear correct pronunciation. They can compare the generated voice with their own reading.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
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Descript - Descript
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6 to 12
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Descript Podcasting is an online tool that allows teachers and students to record, edit, and publish podcasts using simple, text-based editing and AI tools. The site lets you record...more
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Descript Podcasting is an online tool that allows teachers and students to record, edit, and publish podcasts using simple, text-based editing and AI tools. The site lets you record audio or video, automatically transcribe it, and then edit the recording by changing the text, making podcast production easier for beginners. Built-in features include removing filler words, improving sound quality, adding captions, collaborating with others, and publishing finished projects directly online. Because everything can be done in one program, Descript is useful for classroom podcasting, presentations, digital storytelling, and media projects.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), digital storytelling (166), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
Have students pretend to be a character from a story and record a podcast interview. One student plays the host and the other answers questions in character. Students can record a podcast where they act as reporters traveling back in time to interview a historical figure. Students can create a weekly class podcast where they explain vocabulary words in their own words and use them in sentences or short stories.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Premium version (not free) includes additional features or storage
Products can be embedded
Products can be shared by URL
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Waveroom - Waveroom
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4 to 12
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Waveroom is an online recording studio that lets you record audio and video directly in a web browser without installing any software. The platform can be used to create podcasts, ...more
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Waveroom is an online recording studio that lets you record audio and video directly in a web browser without installing any software. The platform can be used to create podcasts, interviews, lessons, or presentations, and it supports multiple participants recording together with separate audio tracks for easy editing. Because sessions can be shared by link and recordings can be downloaded in high quality, the site works well for student podcast projects, interviews, storytelling, or multimedia reports. Teachers should preview the site and guide students when using it, since an account is required to create recording rooms, and content can be shared online.
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Have students perform a script, poem, or scene from a story and record it using different voices and expressions. Have students record a debate on a classroom topic or current event. Each student should present an argument and respond to another speaker, helping practice speaking, listening, and reasoning skills. Students can record a short lesson explaining a science concept, such as ecosystems, weather, or space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dashboard is an online podcast hosting platform that lets you create, manage, and publish podcasts through a simple web-based dashboard. Teachers and students can record audio, upload...more
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Dashboard is an online podcast hosting platform that lets you create, manage, and publish podcasts through a simple web-based dashboard. Teachers and students can record audio, upload episodes, and automatically distribute their podcasts to popular listening platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music without needing advanced technical skills. The site includes tools for organizing episodes, tracking analytics, and sharing podcasts through links or embedded players, making it useful for classroom projects involving storytelling, interviews, book talks, or student-created reports. Because accounts are required to create and publish content, teachers should preview the site and guide students when using it for school projects.
tag(s): digital storytelling (166), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
Have students record a short podcast episode recommending a book they have read. They should include a summary, a favorite part, and reasons others should read it. Students can create a podcast where they pretend to interview a historical figure. They must research the person, write questions, and answer in character using facts from their research. Have students work in small groups to create a weekly news podcast summarizing important events. Have them include at least one school event, one national story, and one world topic.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Includes Interaction w general public/ public galleries with unmoderated content
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Premium version (not free) includes additional features or storage
Products can be embedded
Products can be shared by URL
Multiple users can collaborate on the same project
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