Learning Commons Apps

 References

https://www.tinkercad.com/

https://www.canva.com/policies/terms-of-use/

https://policies.google.com/u/0/terms?hl=en

https://kahoot.com/

https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/microsoft-teams/free?icid=SSM_AS_Promo_Apps_MicrosoftTeams

https://www.chorus.co/resources/news/a-beginner-s-guide-to-microsoft-forms

https://padlet.com/about/privacy

https://padlet.com/premium/backpack/pricing

App Name	Icon	Function	SAMR Potential	Server Location	Minimum age for use	Cost
Kahoot (Game tools)		Create quizzes that can be done synchronously or asynchronously	Modifies the task of individual and group reviewing. Creates opportunities for review through images and video as well.	Founded in Norway, locations in Norway and USA (Texas)	No minimum age	Free with premium options ($24-$108 per year)
Teams (Communication tools)		Communicate with others through video and chat Create, share, and grade assignments	Makes online learning more accessible. Augments the task of online learning.	Global, but with some servers in North America	No minimum age	Free
Padlet (Brainstorming tools)		Allow participants to post anonymously to a shared board. Options to share text, images, and links.	Augments the task of brainstorming and sharing. Adds a level of anonymity.	Chicago, USA with some third-party servers in other locations	None	Free with premium options (Padlet Backpack for schools)
Microsoft Forms (Survey builder tools)		Create surveys, quizzes, and polls that can easily be shared online	Augments the task of survey building and taking. Makes the process more convenient. Has the option to automatically mark quizzes, augmenting the test-taking and grading process.	Global, but with some servers in North America	No minimum age	Free
Blogger (Blogging tools)		Create a blog and write posts for public and private viewing. Can invite other contributors to join on one blog.	Has potential to redefine the writing process with possible global readership. Makes it easy to share and comment on work.	Global, but with some servers in North America	Requires a Google account, in which minimum age is 13	Free
TinkerCAD (3D design tools)		Learn basic use of computer 3D design. Site contains tutorials and pre-made projects that are easy to follow.	Has potential to redefine the prototype and creation process with extensions to 3D printing.	Unknown	No minimum age	Free
Canva (Media arts tools)		Access a variety of templates to create digital documents and art.	Substitutes and augments tasks like poster creation. Augments and modifies tasks with collaboration options. Redefines tasks with the addition of interactive options like music, videos, and linking options.	USA	13	Free with premium options