“Classtools.net provides free, customizable flash templates to embed into blogs, wikis and websites.” This is an excellent place for teachers to go who want to create their own arcade games, online flashcards, animated books, countdown timers, and many more.
I would use the quiz-making tool in older grade classrooms for self-starts in the morning or reviews for tests. It is very easy to create. First, come up with 10 or more questions. Next, the computer automatically puts it into an arcade game. The final product is an interactive way to test student’s knowledge as they play a game. This would be a great tool to reinforce what has been taught for self-mastery.
I would also make kids create their own book and download it into a ‘virtual’ book so the other students in the classroom could read and comment on it. This would help their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
This site also has great classroom management tools. I would use the random name picker and the timer count down daily in my classroom. These tools are also easy to use. This is great for choosing classroom helpers or calling on students to answer questions. Since it is completely random, the students never know if they will get picked again sooner or later. They always have to be on their toes. I used to use popsicle sticks for this. I would take a name out and not put it back in the cup until I went through all the names. The students would then know once I picked their names, they didn’t have to worry about it until I put the names back in the cup. This tool solves that problem!
This website is a great, inexpensive way to create effective interactive learning through technology.
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