As both a teacher and technology enthusiast, I never shy away from incorporating tech in the classroom whenever it can support student learning. While I’m focused on tech full time, my last classroom was a completely digital and paper free high school English class, and I believe encouraging students to adopt and use technology as early as possible will make them more competitive in the future. With that in mind, here are some devices and gadgets that I wish more students used, both in the classroom and while studying at home.
These are not just learning tools. Some of these devices will support a students well-being so that they can properly focus on the tasks at hand. One of the biggest complaints I heard from students was that it could be hard to find a quiet place to get reading and writing done without distractions. I’ve chosen some gadgets that will help with that.
Some of these products are affordable and easy, and some are a bit more expensive, but the price pays off if your student reaps the rewards. I’ve kept everything below the price of a nice chromebook, so your student won’t carry anything more expensive than the school already provides.
