Zoho



Zoho is an online office suite very similar to the well known Google Docs. By using this program, one can efficiently complete projects through a computer or phone. This is convenient because it has the capabilities to be used at school, work, home and even on ones mobile phone. Here is a link to Zoho's promotional video, just to give a glimpse of what it is all about: [|Zoho]. As one can see, Zoho markets to businesses, but it can be a great resource for education too!



There are many uses for Zoho in the classroom. Zoho includes online project management software that consists of: planning, tracking, collaboration and integration. With these aspects of project management, teachers can set tasks, monitor progress, view individual work, collaborate with students, and integrate other sites such as email and Google Docs into the assignment. With these tools, the students can work separately or together because all information is accessible at school or at home. Zoho also has a program called Zoho Challenge. Through this program, teachers can create paperless, auto-evaluating quizzes for their students. One thing that is especially helpful for the students through this program is that they have the option to take practice quizzes and self assess themselves which can enhance learning. This is done through: [|Zoho Quiz Maker]. Zoho Wiki can also be a useful source in the classroom. Through Zoho Wiki, teachers can create the ultimate virtual classroom. Instead of just the same old power point routine, teachers can now stream pictures and video that engage the class in different ways. Because Zoho can be accessed at home, guardian involvement can be encouraged, further stretching the child's education. By creating a class wiki, students and teachers alike can share information and collaborate on projects outside of the classroom. The wiki can also be used to showcase what the class has accomplished throughout the year. Zoho Show can be a better alternative to power points because the class can access it at anytime. Here is an example of a Classroom Rules presentation made through Zoho Show: [|Class Rules - Zoho Show]. Zoho is definitely a source to be considered to enhance teaching and learning!

- Taylor Allen