Five off-line tools to use in the classroom

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Adobe PDF reader
You can provide your students with the opportunity to read a text on their computers' screen, highlight the most important information and write comments while the whole class is discussing the topic. 
Microsoft Power Point
Students can prepare presentations on a certain topic to share with their classmates.
Audicity
Another great tool to encourage your students to improve their pronunciation. They can record themselves while reading at home or even share the file so the teacher can assess their work. 



Microsoft Excel
Another great tool from Microsoft Office package. Students can sort out information they have collected in questionnaires and then, they can create charts or graphics to analyse the results. 
Microsoft Word
Word processors are a great tool for learners who don't know how to use basic computer software. After reading a short story, you can ask your students to create a chart in which they include information about characters, setting and main themes of the story. 

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