The following are options for teachers to consider when having students ask questions digitally or a collaborative online discussion.

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intermediate/secondary options

Todays Meet is a Web 2.0 tool that is free, requires no logins, and works on any type of device. It allows teachers to instantly create a virtual room for students to speak up. The tool can be used for discussions, brainstorming, formative assessment, and even exit tickets. Responses are limited to 140 characters or less (much like Twitter). This type of online response is considered micro-blogging due to the size of the post.

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Kidblog is built by teachers, for teachers, so students can get the most out of the blogging process.

Kidblog meets the need for a safe and simple blogging platform suitable for elementary and middle school students. Most importantly, Kidblog allows teachers to monitor and control all publishing activity within the classroom blogging community.

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Primary Options

Awwapp is an interactive whiteboard that works on any device including a laptop or desktop computer.  Users can add text or draw without needing to login to the site.  Share the whiteboard with others to collaborate.

Go to the site and click Start Drawing.  Choose the type of pencil or text to begin drawing.  Once complete, save as an image or use the link to share with others.

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ChatterPix is a FREE app that is simple to use, but endless in possibilities. The app allows you to take any image, add a "mouth" and then record audio to allow the image to talk. Stay tuned for several integration ideas for your classroom!

Music for before the training