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1 | Recommended Application | Use | License Information | Student Data Privacy Agreement | Notes |
2 | Is there a tool you would like to see on this list? Request for Educational Software We evaluate tools based on (1) impact to teaching and learning (2) cost vs. use (3) student privacy protection. Student Data Privacy Agreements can be seen on the Student Data Privacy Resource Registry website. | ||||
3 | Adobe Cloud Connect | Graphic design and more. | District Licenses Available | No SDPA. Parent permission is required. | Used in select high school electives and by staff. Parent permission is required for use beginning in the 2024-25 school year. |
4 | ArcGiS Story Maps/Esri | A reasearch documentation and presentation tool. | District Licenses Available | No SDPA. Parent permission is required. | Used in select high school electives and by staff. Parent permission is required for use beginning in the 2024-25 school year. |
5 | Blooket | Blooket is a gamified learning platform where teachers host games through question sets and students answer on their own devices. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Interested? Try the free version and apply for a license during the next budget cycle. New licenses need to be requested in the Fall when budget requests are initially made. |
6 | Canva | Create and personalize lesson plans, infographics, posters, video, and more. 100% free for teachers and students at eligible schools. | District Licenses Available | Yes | We have a free district "subscription" to Canva. Anyone who signs in with an MSAD 60 email is included, staff and students. |
7 | Edmenturm (Plato) | Online learning platform for credit recovery. | Yes | Yes | Jessica Cutliffe is the district coordinator for this tool. |
8 | Edpuzzle | Interactive Video Lessons | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Teachers need to be added to the subscription. Submit a tech ticket to be added. The free version allows for 20 lessons and could be sufficient for occasional users. |
9 | Generation Genius | Science modules, lessons and videos. | Licenses available K-5 | Yes | Submit a tech ticket for access. |
10 | Gimkit | Gimkit is a classroom game-show platform where students compete by answering questions on their electronic devices. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Teachers need to be added to the subscription. Submit a tech ticket to be added. Free:Gimkit Basic, you can use free modes without any limitations and there are no restrictions on the number of kits you can create or own. |
11 | GooseChase | Educational Scavenger Hunt Platform | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Please submit a tech ticket if you would like to use GooseChase. |
12 | Kahoot | Learning Game | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Fewer questions types, fewer reporting options. New licenses need to be requested in the Fall when budget requests are initially made. |
13 | Kami | PDF Editing | District Licenses Available | Yes | When signing up use msad60 email account and you will automaticlly be put in the district subscription. |
14 | Knowt | Vocabulary and other instructional vocabulary support. | NMHS License | Yes | |
15 | Math Fact Lab | Strategy-based math fact mastery. | Licenses available K-5 | Requested | Data is not sold or shared with third parties for any reason. |
16 | Mosa Mack | Science modules, lessons and videos. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available (Grade 6 science) | Yes | The free version is limited. Subscriptions should be requested in the fall for the following school year. |
17 | Mystery Science | Mystery Science is an educational website that provides a library of NGSS-aligned science lessons. The lessons are anchored by entertaining, kid-friendly videos. | Licenses available K-5 | Yes | Create an account with your school email and choosing your elementary school will allow you to join our district subscription. |
18 | Nearpod | Student Engagement, Interactive Lessons and Slide Decks | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Submit a tech ticket for access. |
19 | Newsela | Differentiated News Articles | Yes | Yes | A school subscription to Newsela depends on funding. We'll update staff in the Fall. Link to Newsela Lite - Four articles available, rotating on a weekly basis. Assignments with due dates, comprehension questions, quizes and access to scores are available for those articles. |
20 | NoodleTools | Student Research Platform | Accessible by grades 6-12. | Yes | Please contact Sharon Taylor at NHS for more information |
21 | Pebble Go | Research and Informational Reading Resource | Licenses available K-5 | Yes | See your school librarian for more information. |
22 | Physics Classroom | Learning resources, activities and curriculum to suppor the physics classroom. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | For use in high school physics classes. |
23 | Quizizz (Now Wayground) | Learning and assessment tool that increases student interaction and engagement. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | New for the 23-24 school year. Upgraded version available for Noble High School only at this time. |
24 | Reading A-Z/ RAZ Kids | Instructional Reading Resource, Printed and Digital Books for Students | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Licenses will be assigned based on need and usage. To be assigned, please contact your building admin who should send the request via tech ticket. |
25 | Revision History | AI Detection and document history | No additional licenses for this year. | Yes | The NMHS English department is piloting this tool this year. There is potential to expand next year. |
26 | Miller Levine Biology | Science text and instructional materials for grade 10. | Limited Teacher Licenses Available | Yes | Licenses available for grade 10 teachers only at this time. Subscriptions should be requested in the fall for the following school year. |
27 | Seesaw | Parent communication, Student Learning Management, Learning Library | Licenses available K-3 | Yes | Paid version includes multipage activities, drafts, scheduled activities and up to 5 co-teachers. Classroom rosters will automatically created for September by Tech at the end of August. If there are any questions or concerns please put in a tech ticket. |
28 | WeVideo | Video creation and editing, screencasting, podcast creation and editing. | Limited Teacher and Student Licenses Available | Yes | Limited editing tools. Please submit a tech ticket if you would like to use WeVideo. If you're looking for a free, easy video creation tool, check out Google Vids! |