Inventory of ICT tools and open educational resources

We have put together a database of teacher-made, reviewed classroom activities using the ICT tools on the inventory. Click here to explore them!

Welcome to the Inventory of freely available online tools and OERs for language teaching and learning developed by the ICT REV project. The tools have been selected by and for language educators. There are different ways to search for tools and various examples below. You can also suggest a tool to be added to the Inventory.

Genially, a creator of visual content such as presentations or infographics

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ClassroomScreen, an interactive display board with several widgets and tools

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Padlet, a virtual collaboration canvas for content sharing

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Mentimeter, a tool to create interactive presentations and assess students

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Pitch, a tool to make collaborative presentations

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Puzzlemaker, a puzzle and game maker

Crossword puzzle creators

Description: Puzzlemaker is an online tool for creating puzzles and educational games. Users can generate crossword puzzles, word searches, mazes, and more using customisable parameters such as word lists and difficulty levels. Puzzlemaker was developed by Discovery Education and is available for free on its website without requiring sign-up.

Evaluation: Puzzlemaker is a simple and effective puzzle generator. It offers a variety of puzzles and educational games to create, helping teachers and students find something adjusted to their needs. Puzzlemaker’s only drawback is the need to download puzzles immediately so as not to lose them.

Cost: Free.