Tool

Uses

Material Generator

Data collection and analysis

Testing and grading tools

Graphics tools

Allow creation and use of

documents, web pages, and various
lessons and exercises

Collect and process data to provide

feedback and support decision
making

Collection and tracking of

assessment information to measure
student progress

Creation of illustrations for use in

documents and web pages, create
visual data summary

Planning and organizing tools

Organize ideas for writing and

discussion; help organize, plan, and
schedule activities

Research and reference tools

Help students research on assigned

topics; assist with using correct
spelling and word use

Content-area tools

Support tasks specific to content

areas such as technology education,
music, reading, science, math,
social studies, and foreign
languages

Example
Desktop publishing
software
Web design software
Interactive whiteboard
software
Worksheet and puzzle
generator
IEP generator
Graphic document makers
PDF and forms makers
Database software
Online survey software
Statistical packages
Student information
systems
Student response systems
Electronic gradebook
Test generator and rubric
generator
Computer-based testing
systems
Draw/paint programs
Image editing software
Charting and graphing
tools
Media collections
Word cloud generator
Outlining and conceptmapping software
Lesson planning software
Calendars; scheduling and
time-management tools
Online encyclopedia
Digital atlases and
mapping tools
Digital dictionaries and
thesauruses
MIDI tools: music editors
and synthesizers
CAD systems
Reading tools
MBLs/CBLs
GPS/GIS systems
Online language
translators