It is rare to find online software that doesn't come with a catch - it is even rarer to find a site that has 5 tools that can be used across the full K12 range for any subject. At oswego on first glance, it lists a collection of Mathematical Games, which in themselves are worthy of any quality mathematics site (especially Powerlines 1 - try it with a class (any ability group) and get that warm "This is why I am a teacher" feeling). However, on very close inspection if you look at the items at the top of the page you will see 5 tools that allow you to create your own online resources.
- Matching - click matching pairs.
- Terms - click matching vocabulary/definitions.
- Drag Match - drag matching pairs.
- Drag Term - drag matching terms to definitions
- Data Time - Multiple Choice
For us, the Drag Match/Drag Term has been a Holy Grail of resources - to even think about creating something like this, normally involves a Flash program and all the challenges and costs that produces. With Oswego, you choose the resource you wish to create - enter the values - create a filename - choose Save New and that is it. The files are stored on the Oswego site - no cost - no fee - no hassle.
To access your new resource from school or at home (homework) you have to enter a specific web address and add your filename at the end.
In summary 5 free resource tools that can complement any subject teaching.
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