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Remote learning resources for teachers and parents in the wake of COVID-19


Over the last week, multiple organizations, such as Tech for Learners, Albert, and Digital Promise have graciously compiled large banks of resources that educators and parents can turn to.

The vast amount of available resources is both encouraging and somewhat intimidating. We want to simplify things by sharing what we think are the best tools to start with.

If you're looking for somewhere to start, Khan Academy and Google have both provided excellent, comprehensive guides for how to teach remotely:

Several companies are also holding webinars on how to use their tools to facilitate and enhance distance learning. Stay up to date with those webinars here.

Finally, please check out the curated list of resources below.


Full Curriculum Coverage

Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a completely free, "one-stop shop" that allows educators to accomplish everything they would normally do in a traditional classroom at home.
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BrainPOP
BrainPOP offers animated resources over a wide variety of topics that support educators and engage students.
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Learning Management Systems

Class Dojo
ClassDojo is a school communication platform that helps educators build classroom and community culture by connecting teachers, students, and families.
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Google Classroom
Google Classroom is an online platform that allows teachers to create online classrooms, create assignments, quizzes, and monitor student progress, while keeping students accountable with due dates, grades, and feedback.
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Video Conferencing Tools

Zoom
Zoom is an all in-one video conferencing platform that can be used for video/audio conferencing, screen sharing, collaboration, scheduling, and live chat.
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Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is software that allows users to create teams, channels, online meetings, and scheduling.
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Screen Capture Resources

Loom
Loom is a simple and effective platform which allows users to relay a message through a shareable video.
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Screencastify
Screencastify is a chrome extension that allows users to record, annotate and share lessons.
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Formative Assessments

Kahoot
Kahoot is an in-game learning platform designed for social learning. Creators can generate multiple-choice quizzes, which then can be accessed by the user via a web browser or the Kahoot app.
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Quizlet
Quizlet allows students and educators to create, study, and engage in any material they are trying to master through the creation of online flash cards.
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