educational tool
Classroom learning resource
An educational tool is any resource designed to facilitate learning or teaching.
The term covers physical objects like textbooks, flashcards, and laboratory equipment, as well as software, apps, and interactive platforms.
The museum developed educational tools for teachers to use in their classrooms.
What counts as an educational tool expands with technology—calculators were once controversial, now they're standard.
- flashcardsPaper memorization tools
- study guideExam preparation resource
- manipulativesTangible educational objects
- hands-on learningEducation via direct participation
- number lineDiagram showing ordered quantities
e-books · microscopes · chalkboard · art supplies · calculators · globes · lab equipment · periodic table · smartboard · reading corner · whiteboard · dry erase marker · flipped classroom · educational apps · textbooks · cooperative learning · quiz · interactive
- Encyclopedia FeaturesWikipedia, Britannica, World Book, Encarta, digital editions
educational tooldistraction
Thing diverting one's attention
time-waster · entertainment · amusement · diversion · toy