Tech Tools for Teaching

Welcome to WSU Online’s Tech Tools for Teaching guide!

The following category icons will link to lists of approved technology tools you can integrate into your instruction to enhance teaching strategies and promote student engagement and learning. Simply click on the categories below to learn more.

To brainstorm strategies to effectively use any ed-tech tools in your classes, contact an Instructional Designer (instructionaldesign@weber.edu) in WSU Online!

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Editor Note: These sections are hidden on the live site but visible here so you can update tool lists!

Assessment Tools

*External tool: Not available in Canvas, but you are able to use outside of Canvas and post a link to the tool. For some tools you may be able to embed onto a Canvas Page or Assignment. 

Creation Tools

*External Tools: Not available in Canvas, but you are able to use outside of Canvas and post a link to the tool. For some tools you may be able to embed onto a Canvas Page or Assignment.

Publication Tools

*External Tools: Not available in Canvas, but you are able to use outside of Canvas and post a link to the tool. For some tools you may be able to embed onto a Canvas Page or Assignment.

Student Services

*External Tools: Not available in Canvas, but you are able to use outside of Canvas and post a link to the tool. For some tools you may be able to embed onto a Canvas Page or Assignment

Complete List of Tools

This section will contain a comprehensive list of all categorized tools.

AI Tools

  • AI: An Overview - A brief (5-minute) introduction to artificial intelligence technology. Instructors using AI activities in the classroom can show this video to define related vocabulary and summarize how AI works and how to use it. 
  • While there are many AI tools that can enhance your teaching, we recommend using the following tools that have been purchased by the University.
  • Always revise and evaluate AI output to ensure accuracy and prevent incorrect or biased information.

Generative AI 


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