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Some important developments in technology and education include must focus upon the increased adoption of online learning platforms and tools due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on education globally, leading to the rapid adoption of online learning platforms and tools: Seesaw, Google, and Microsoft as some of the major contenders. Many schools and universities have been forced to close their physical campuses and move classes online to ensure students can continue their education while practicing social distancing.

This sudden shift to remote learning has put a strain on existing educational technology and is creating a huge demand for robust and user-friendly online platforms and tools. The crisis also highlights the need for improved technology infrastructure and digital equity to ensure that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed in an online learning environment.

As a result, many educational institutions will quickly adopted or expanded their use of online learning platforms, such as LMSs (Learning Management Systems), video conferencing tools, and educational apps to deliver lessons and engage with students. The pandemic has accelerated the already ongoing trend of digitization in education, and online learning has since become a critical component of education delivery globally. What are your schools using to manage the crisis?

Which to choose for your school?

Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams for Education are both online platforms aimed at improving communication and collaboration between teachers and students. However, they have different features and focus areas.

Google Classroom is a learning management system that allows teachers to create and manage assignments, provide feedback, and communicate with students. It integrates with other Google tools such as Gmail and Google Drive.

Microsoft Teams for Education is a communication and collaboration platform that combines various tools such as chat, video conferencing, and file sharing. It is aimed at facilitating collaboration and communication between teachers, students, and staff in an educational setting. It also integrates with other Microsoft tools such as OneNote and Outlook.

In terms of differences, Google Classroom is more focused on the management of assignments and providing feedback, while Microsoft Teams for Education focuses on real-time communication and collaboration. Both platforms have their own strengths and can be used depending on the specific needs of a school or educational institution.

Some kids explain – That one at the beginning asking the questions is especially important to me (my son, Mickey 🙂

Video and editing by me: Tom Johnson

Having fun – video and editing by me: Tom Johnson