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yet. Through different platforms students can find their talents or skills. Students find joy in technology, which can boost their engagement in tasks.

Teachers of young learners can use platforms to connect with parents through the school day. Within these platforms teachers are able to create student portfolios to share students' work with their parents.

Assistive technology makes an equalizer for student with disabilities who need assistance during their school day. A variety of technology tools can be available for students with impairments in mobility, hearing or vision. Providing assistive technology tools to a younger age, allows for students to learn and master the obstacles of the tool.

Technology can be distracting to younger learners. Through proper use of technology at a young age, students will build an understanding the intended purpose of technology while at school.

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APPS FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDENTS

ABCMouse

Educational tool focused for students 2 to 8. Provides learning materials in math, reading, phonics, and much more. The material is deliveried through animated activiteis such as games, puzzles, and videos.

Khan Academy Kids

Immerses students in the fundamental and basic comprehension reading skills for grades Pre-K to 2nd. The platform provides books, videos, songs, and games for a touchscreen format. Completely free platform for younger students.

MooseMath

Educational platform that targets and reinforces early primary math skills. Progress tracker or record card provides the success rate for the learner. Platform provides areas of need through the progress tracking. Levels difficulty increases as students correct complete tasks.

Nearpods

Student engagement platform with interactive activities. Teachers has the option to edit and create own lessons. Polls, collaboration boards, 3D images, game-based quizzes and so much more is provide through this platform.

Quizziz

Learning platform to motivate students in a fun, interactive and engaging way. Encourages students to master skills through customized materials or material created by other teachers. Platform provides assessments, instruction and skill pracitce.

Digital platform to allow teachers, students and parents a way to share work. Platform allows teachers to assign work, give feedback, digital portfolio, communication and allows students to text, draw, create videos and images to share.

Seesaw

ClassDojo

Stay connected with students and parents with ClassDojo. Provides features to stay communicated through story feeds, photos, videos and messaging. Translation options are available for more than 35 languages.

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