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. [Virtual Presenter] Hello everyone, We're here to discuss the Digital Sandbox Project and the benefits of digital tools on student engagement. We are excited to share our findings and to hear your thoughts. Let's get started..

. [Virtual Presenter] Using digital technology, an innovative project was designed with the aim of creating a digital sandbox - a digital space to explore, experiment and collaborate - in order to increase student engagement with teachers and peers during class, so that they could be more attentive and engaged in the educational process..

. [Virtual Presenter] Modern technology can greatly aid learning, as demonstrated by the digital sandbox project at Mohawk College. In this assignment, we will take a look at three apps that can help make lessons more engaging, interesting, and enjoyable: Google Classroom, Plickers, and Youtube. Each of these offer a wide range of features that students are sure to enjoy..

[Audio] Google Classroom is a powerful, user-friendly platform that eliminates the need for paper and offers the flexibility to access learning materials from anywhere at any time. It provides a range of tools that can be used to give and receive assignments, have work submitted and graded, and allow for digital learning to take place. In short, it makes digital learning easily accessible for anyone..

[Audio] I'd like to discuss the various advantages that the Digital Sandbox Project has for both students and teachers. Students can take advantage of a variety of interactive, online activities - from YouTube videos to surveys on Google Forms and team discussions on the class stream. The Project offers a stimulating learning experience. Teachers can use the Digital Sandbox to simplify their workload: creating, managing and grading classes and assignments online, giving direct feedback in real time, and inviting parents and guardians to follow their student's activities. All in all, the Digital Sandbox Project is a great tool for students and teachers alike. It helps streamline the educational process, making learning more efficient and enjoyable..

[Audio] Google Classroom has been designed to improve learning and communication for both students and guardians. It helps students stay organized and submit assignments with the convenience of originality reports and grading. It also allows students to access and share resources, as well as communicate with their classmates. Guardians are also kept up-to-date on their student's progress through email summaries, announcements, and activities, making it an invaluable tool for educational purposes..

[Audio] Plickers is revolutionizing the way teachers everywhere are engaging with their students by providing the perfect tool for teachers of all levels - free, accessible, and easy to use. With Plickers, teachers are able to collect instant multiple-choice responses from students without any additional hardware and quickly and easily assess their students, allowing for more interactive educational experiences. Go ahead and try it out!.

[Audio] Plickers provides classroom instructors a reliable and efficient way to measure student understanding. An easy and engaging user-friendly technology, Plickers utilizes a mobile device to scan cards and get real-time feedback from students. Setting up and administering assessments with Plickers is a simple, three-step process. Instructors first add content to their Class Queue, then open the Now Player window and the Plickers app, and launch the quiz. Once ready, they enter scanner mode and scan their students' answers, with results being displayed instantly. With this tool, teachers now have a powerful tool to measure student understanding in the moment..

[Audio] Plickers is an innovative teaching aid that helps foster engagement during formative assessments. It allows teachers to quickly receive feedback on student comprehension of the material and provides students with an anonymous way to answer questions. Plickers is designed to be fun and straightforward to use, as students watch their card be scanned and their answers displayed. It is enjoyable and easy to use for both young and old..

[Audio] YouTube is a great resource for both students and teachers, offering a wide selection of videos for an engaging learning experience. From educational videos to fun visuals, it has it all, making it simple to find the ideal video for a deeper understanding of the material. Moreover, teachers can use the educational content offered on YouTube to make their lessons more enjoyable, keeping pupils engaged. Without a doubt, YouTube is a treasured tool for both students and teachers..

[Audio] Using YouTube in the classroom can be incredibly useful for teachers. With a sense of community and free and easy tools, teachers can make use of demonstrations and rewards for students. These tools can increase interaction and engagement in the classroom, creating a better learning experience for all..

[Audio] YouTube provides students with an extensive library of educational videos to further learning. With the ability to watch videos multiple times, students are given the advantage of gaining a greater understanding of the material. Online discussion forums provide an effective method to ask and answer questions regarding the topics, as well as allowing for further exploration. Visual learners benefit from the visual structure of the videos and encompassing explanations for better comprehension. Furthermore, the tutorials and lectures available are great for enhancing note-taking skills..

[Audio] Reached the conclusion of our presentation, our Digital Sandbox Project was aimed at exploring the potential of digital thinking and innovative design and seeking new ways to create value and foster a culture of creativity and innovation. Taken a closer look at the potential of technology-enabled design. Hope this project has allowed to see the implications that digital thinking and innovative design can have on the world and society. Thank you for your interest and for allowing us to share this presentation with you..