Going back to school after winter break brings with it a variety of emotions– doubt, enjoyment, and anticipation prompted by issues around possible COVID-19 break outs. And since schools might relocate to hybrid or virtual knowing in spite of starting in person, digital learning tools that operate in the virtual or physical classroom can prove invaluable.

Recent research from Texthelp shows that teachers believe trainees were significantly less engaged this past school year, however that digital tools were an intense spot in their classrooms. 90 percent of teachers state they prepare to use edtech tools this approaching school year.

Through using these tools, teachers state they experienced increased efficiency throughout the board and that students now have the appealing and accessible tools they require.

Educators who are looking for new digital learning tools to use as trainees return to classrooms can search the listed below list to see if any of the resources fill a space in their school or class:

1. Along, from Gradient Learning and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, is a free digital reflection tool designed to assist teachers make each of their students feel seen and comprehended. It lets students send out fast video, audio, or text directly to their teacher so they can open about who they are and whats truly on their mind.

Laura Ascione is the Editorial Director at eSchool Media. She is a graduate of the University of Marylands distinguished Philip Merrill College of Journalism.

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