#179 – Student Organization: eBinders

Tech Talk For Teachers May 2, 2023 12 min

Student Organization: eBinders

In today’s episode, we’ll explore benefits, tools, and integration tips for using eBinders as a student organization tool in your classroom.

Read a transcript of this episode.

Paul Beckermann
PreK–12 Digital Learning Specialist
Podcast Host

Advantages of Digital

In comparison to an organization system that is paper-based, an eBinder is:

  • More accessible
  • Customizable
  • Usually free
  • Multimodal
  • Compact
  • Easily searchable
  • A tool that helps students become future-ready

Digital Tools

Some tools that you and your students can use to create eBinders include:

  • Online storage spaces
  • Digital slideshows
  • Websites
  • Digital notebooks
  • Learning management systems

Integration Tips

  • Provide examples and practice opportunities.
  • Choose a model.
  • Consider creating templates.
  • Balance structure with flexibility.
  • Make it a habit.

For more information about eBinders, explore the AVID Open Access article, Develop Your Students’ Digital Organization Skills: eFiles, eBinders, and ePortfolios. In that article, you’ll find a handy tip sheet for organizing materials in an eBinder that you can share with your students.