Best Tools for Back-to-School 2019

If you’re looking for ways tech can support your teaching in the 2019-2020 school year, this list is here to help. These top-rated apps and sites — ranging from instructional supports to organizational tools to social networks and beyond — help make one of the world’s toughest jobs a bit easier. Whether you need to streamline parent communication or improve classroom management, you’re sure to find a tool or two here to get your year off to the right start.

Once you’ve found a few great tools for back to school, head over to our Teaching Strategies page dedicated to helping you Set Up Your Digital Classroom for Success.

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