These days, teachers have access to tons of awesome resources right at their fingertips. There are websites and APPs they can save on their laptop, phone, or tablet—super handy for anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s for growing their own skills, making lessons more fun and interactive, getting creative, or planning ahead, these tools make a big difference. Learning doesn’t have to stay in the classroom anymore—it can happen anytime, anywhere.
For teaching resources and inspirations:
- Edutopia.com - A hub for research-based teaching strategies, articles, and videos to support educators at all levels.
- Khan Academy offers free, high-quality lessons in math, science, history, and more. It is great for flipped classrooms and student-driven learning.
- GoNoodle.com is a website where educators can use videos and other activities to get kids moving, giving kids a quick mental break and helping them refocus
For engagement with parents and students:
- Remind - a communication tool that lets teachers easily stay in touch with students and parents without needing to share personal phone numbers. It works like texting, sending quick messages, reminders, announcements, or even documents straight to parents' or students’ phones. Messages can be automatically translated, making it easier to connect with non-English-speaking families.
- ClassDojo – A classroom management app that encourages positive behavior and communication between school and home.
- Seesaw – A student-driven digital portfolio platform where students can share work and teachers/parents can provide feedback.
