Digital solutions for teachers have probably never been as important as they are now, while schools plan for remote learning this fall. We’re listing a few options for classroom management, communication, and more.
Everyone knows about Google Classroom, but there are multiple digital solutions available that can help teachers manage their classrooms, communicate with parents and students, and access virtual classroom resources. Researching digital solutions has probably never been as important as it is now, as schools plan for remote learning in the fall. We’ve listed a few digital solutions for teachers below.
ClassDojo for Remote Learning
ClassDojo helps teachers create a remote learning community by incorporating classroom management and communication tools. Their fun interface will surely engage students. The platform boasts an easy remote learning set up for schools. Features include communication with students and families, easy lesson and assignment sharing, and a mission to keep it 100% free for schools!
ny2 for Special Needs
For teachers of special-needs classrooms, n2y offers digital solutions that are adapted for unique learners. Their award-winning Unique Learning System is a cloud-based platform that gives students meaningful access to the general education curriculum. Fun and rewarding L3 Skills feature educational games and activities that build on an individual student’s skills. To assist during the COVID-19 pandemic, ny2 is offering a variety of digital resources to teachers including free access through August 31st.
Scholastic Education for Digital Literacy Support
Scholastic Education’s digital solutions give teachers 24/7 access to tools for literacy achievement for PreK through 8th grade. Their virtual resources support foundational skills, early literacy, independent reading, vocabulary and word study, and close reading. Choose from seven different digital literacy programs. The Storia program in particular provides unlimited access to the best eBook libraries from nearly any device with an internet connection!
Remind for Communication
Remind is a communication app that’s built for education. It provides a simple way to communicate updates, instruction, and more. The two-way communication feature creates a direct line between parents and teachers. Teachers and administrators can browse resources on how to use the Remind app for remote learning.
OnCourse for Digital Lesson Plans
OnCourse Lesson Planner allows educators to create and post weekly online lesson plans. The platform features custom templates, a standards library, teacher-friendly homework website, and more. Check out OnCourse System’s other apps for more of their digital solutions. They offer an implementation success roadmap to combat “change anxiety.”