Differentiating+tech+integration

= Differentiating Technology = There are seemingly infinite (mostly free) online tools available to teachers that are designed to effectively differentiate instruction by utilizing really effective technology tools. Check these out under particular headings below. Many of these tools appear to be suited more for a particular age group than another seemingly warranting division specific headings, but the fact is, we can use the tools that suit us, and after all, we have grade one kids using gmail and Twitter, so take as much, or as little as you wish remembering that **//one size doesn't fit all;o)//**

Reading/Comprehension
http://www.textcompactor.com/ is an awesome, very easy to use tool designed to reduce text volume making it easier for readers to catch the main point/s of the text without being confused by the extra stuff. This tool is wickedly useful.

Note Taking
http://todaysmeet.com/ is an very easy to use tool that enables a back-channel to be created in real time for people who don't use Twitter. It will be useful for creating collaborative classroom notes that can be referenced at a later date for study purposes.