Communication & Collaboration Tools
💬 CommunicationLet's & Collaboration ToolsInteract!
These tools help faculty and students connect, collaborate, and share ideas. Use them to create interactive discussions, virtual teamwork, or real-time class engagement.
🟢 Zoom
Purpose: Real-time video meetings and virtual office hours.
Best for: Synchronous lectures, guest speakers, and group projects.
Pro Tip: Record sessions to the cloud and share the link in Moodle for students who miss class.
🟢 Padlet
Purpose: Collaborative digital bulletin boards for sharing ideas, images, and links.
Best for: Brainstorming, peer feedback, reflection activities.
Pro Tip: Use “Shelf” layout for organizing posts by week or topic.
🟢 Padlet
Purpose: Collaborative digital bulletin boards for sharing ideas, images, and links.
Best for: Brainstorming, peer feedback, reflection activities.
Pro Tip: Use “Shelf” layout for organizing posts by week or topic.
Integration: Embed Padlet boards directly in Moodle using an iframe or link.
🟢 Microsoft Teams
Purpose: Messaging, video calls, and shared workspaces for teams or classes.
Best for: Ongoing class projects, group communication, and document sharing.
Pro Tip: Create channels for each group or topic to organize collaboration.
🟢 Creately
Purpose: Online whiteboard and visual collaboration tool.
Best for: Group brainstorming, mind mapping, and planning activities.
Pro Tip: Use templates for concept mapping or workflow design during live sessions.
💡 Faculty Tips
- Blend synchronous and asynchronous tools for flexibility — for example, use Zoom for live sessions and Padlet for follow-up reflection.
- Include clear expectations for tool use in your syllabus (e.g., when students should check Teams messages).
- Always test accessibility and mobile usability before requiring a tool for coursework.