Digital Resources
Commonly Used Digital Platforms and Tools for Family Support and Information*
Learning Management Systems
- Schoology
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Starting in the fall of 2021 all FCPS schools will be using Schoology for their learning management system (LMS). Schoology is a learning space that enhances face-to-face and online learning through communication, collaboration, and personalized learning. To learn more about Schoology check out the information linked below
- Welcome FCPS Parents and Guardians to Schoology
- Parent and Guardian Communication Tools: Schoology
- Differences Between Parent and Student Accounts: Schoology
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Digital Tools to Support Virtual Learning
Google Suite for Education
- A controlled environment in which FCPS students, faculty, and staff can communicate, store files and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Collaboration can occur in real-time, all within a secure FCPS-managed online environment. The use of these tools provides an approved alternative to consumer Google accounts. G Suite for Education includes the following apps for students: Calendar, Classroom, Contacts, Draw, Drive, Docs, Keep, Forms, Mail, Sheets, Slides, Sites, and Tasks. Students use their @fcpsschools.net accounts to access the G-Suite.
- Family Support Link: Explanation of G-Suite tools and tutorials
- Google Drive Tutorial
- Student/Parent Tutorials
- A controlled environment in which FCPS students, faculty, and staff can communicate, store files and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Collaboration can occur in real-time, all within a secure FCPS-managed online environment. The use of these tools provides an approved alternative to consumer Google accounts. G Suite for Education includes the following apps for students: Calendar, Classroom, Contacts, Draw, Drive, Docs, Keep, Forms, Mail, Sheets, Slides, Sites, and Tasks. Students use their @fcpsschools.net accounts to access the G-Suite.
Desmos
- Desmos is an advanced graphing calculator implemented as a web application and a mobile application written in JavaScript.
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EdPuzzle
- EdPuzzle is an engagement tool which requires students to actively watch videos and respond to questions throughout the video. Videos can be posted directly from their teachers or through youtube. Students use their @fcpsschools.net account to log in to EdPuzzle.
- Family Support Link: EdPuzzle family support resources
- EdPuzzle is an engagement tool which requires students to actively watch videos and respond to questions throughout the video. Videos can be posted directly from their teachers or through youtube. Students use their @fcpsschools.net account to log in to EdPuzzle.
- Flipgrid
- Flipgrid is a website that allows teachers to create "grids" to facilitate video discussions. Each grid is like a message board where
teachers can pose questions, called "topics," and their students can post video responses that appear in a tiled grid display. Students can respond via the Flipgrid app or website with any camera-enabled device or by uploading a previously recorded video. Responses can be 15 seconds to five minutes, and a maximum recording time can be set. Teachers can also allow students to record replies to classmates' responses. Students use their @fcpsschools.net accounts to log in to flipgrid.
- Family Support Link: Family resources for flipgrid
- Flipgrid is a website that allows teachers to create "grids" to facilitate video discussions. Each grid is like a message board where
Giszmos
- Gizmos are interactive math and science simulations for grades 3-12. Over 400 Gizmos aligned to the latest standards help educators bring powerful new learning experiences to the classroom. Students set up their own account and password in the site.
- Family Support Link: Gizmos resources for students and families
- Gizmos are interactive math and science simulations for grades 3-12. Over 400 Gizmos aligned to the latest standards help educators bring powerful new learning experiences to the classroom. Students set up their own account and password in the site.
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Kahoot!
- Kahoot! is a game-based learning platform, used as educational technology in schools and other educational institutions. Its learning games, "Kahoots", are user-generated multiple-choice quizzes that can be accessed via a web browser or the Kahoot app.
- Family Support Link: Playing Kahoot resources
- Kahoot! is a game-based learning platform, used as educational technology in schools and other educational institutions. Its learning games, "Kahoots", are user-generated multiple-choice quizzes that can be accessed via a web browser or the Kahoot app.
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MyON
- MyOn is a personalized digital library which provides students access to more than 6,000 enhanced digital books.
- Family Support Links:
- MyOn is a personalized digital library which provides students access to more than 6,000 enhanced digital books.
Nearpod
- Nearpod is a student engagement platform that can be used to amazing effect in the classroom. Teachers can create presentations that contain Quizzes, Polls, Videos, Images, Drawing-Boards, Web Content and so on.
- Family Support Links: Nearpod Help Center
- Nearpod is a student engagement platform that can be used to amazing effect in the classroom. Teachers can create presentations that contain Quizzes, Polls, Videos, Images, Drawing-Boards, Web Content and so on.
Padlet
- Padlet is an online bulletin board for students to post and collaborate, encouraging collaboration online. Students will use their @fcpsschools.net account to access Padlet.
- Family Support Link: Padlet tutorial for families
- Padlet is an online bulletin board for students to post and collaborate, encouraging collaboration online. Students will use their @fcpsschools.net account to access Padlet.
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Peardeck
- Pear Deck is built to support active learning and empowers teachers to hear from every student, every day, in a classroom or remote learning setting. While school is closed, Pear Deck is one way that we can help students stay connected to their learning community and on track with their educational goals.
- Family Support Link: PearDeck family resources
- Pear Deck is built to support active learning and empowers teachers to hear from every student, every day, in a classroom or remote learning setting. While school is closed, Pear Deck is one way that we can help students stay connected to their learning community and on track with their educational goals.
Quizlet
- Quizlet is an online study application that allows students to study via learning tools and games. Quizlet does not require a login.
- Family Support Link: Resources for studying using Quizlet
- Quizlet is an online study application that allows students to study via learning tools and games. Quizlet does not require a login.
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No Red Ink
- NoRedInk is an online web-based language-learning platform. Teachers assign work through No Red ink and provide opportunities for feedback and reflection. Students use their FCPS ID and network password to log in.
- Family Support Link: Parent’s guide to No Red Ink
- NoRedInk is an online web-based language-learning platform. Teachers assign work through No Red ink and provide opportunities for feedback and reflection. Students use their FCPS ID and network password to log in.
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ST Math
- STMath is a PreK-8 visual instructional program that leverages the brain's innate spatial-temporal reasoning ability to solve mathematical problems. ST Math’s unique, patented approach provides students with equitable access to learning through challenging puzzles, non-routine problem solving, and informative feedback. With ST Math, students build deep conceptual understanding, and schools see proven, repeatable results.
- Family Support Link: Parent Resources Page
- STMath is a PreK-8 visual instructional program that leverages the brain's innate spatial-temporal reasoning ability to solve mathematical problems. ST Math’s unique, patented approach provides students with equitable access to learning through challenging puzzles, non-routine problem solving, and informative feedback. With ST Math, students build deep conceptual understanding, and schools see proven, repeatable results.
General Technology Resources
Password Assistance
Student Information System (SIS)
FCPSOn
Digital Citizenship
Software Discounts for Students and FCPS Families
Accessing Equipment, Software, and Wifi
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