Web-Based+Tools

Web-based tools intended to meet the needs of a diverse student

1. Productivity Software a. used to produce or create student work b. examples include microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, kidspiration 2. Research Software a. used to conduct online research for information about a topic b. examples include browsers, search engines, plug-ins 3. Communication Software a. used to discuss and debate topics with peers b. can be asynchronous (email, blogs, wikis) or synchronous (chats, IM) 4. Problem Solving Software a. makes learning fun and exciting for the student b. games, simulations 5. Educational Software a. drill and practice, tutorials, testing software