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ETP EdTech Resource/Tool* Review Rubric

*(Website/Mobile App/Web 2.0) (Updated 10/04/2015)
Criteria

Score
(out of
5)
5

Educational Value:
Does the EdTech Resource/Tool have educational value? How
much does the resource contribute to learning? Is it worth to
sign up and create an account with this EdTech Resource/Tool
for Teachers or Students?

5
Creativity, Fun & Interactivity:
Is the EdTech Resource/Tool creative and original? Does the
EdTech Resource/Tool use innovative ways to engage users?
Does the resource encourage creative thinking? Is the EdTech
Resource/Tool interactive? Is it fun to use the EdTech
Resource/Tool ?
5
Intuitive Interface:
Does the interface is simple and intuitive? Does the EdTech
Resource/Tool have user-friendly menus, buttons, guides,
controls etc.?
4
Visual Design & Optimization:
Does the EdTech Resource/Tool have a great looking interface
and other design elements (color choice, graphics etc)?
5
Stability & Promises:
Does the EdTech Resource/Tool work all the time? Does it crash

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or does it have bugs? Does the EdTech Resource/Tool meet its

promises as claimed in its description?
3
Value for Price:
Is the EdTech Resource free or paid? Does it have a good value
for the price?
Editors Score: (Average)

4.5

Name of the Reviewer:

Mustafa Karaca
Name of the Resource Reviewed:
Puzzle maker
What is this Resource?
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Link to the resource:

Puzzle-maker
Price:

Puzzles may be free or paid and there is an annual subscription option for
paid puzzles. There is usually no need to download any software to use an
online service.
Free for Good

Better $ 2.95
Best $ 4.95.
Platforms: (PC, Mac, Android, IOS, etc.)
PC ,MAC, Linux

Appropriate for Grade Levels: (K-16)

K-12
Editors Score: (Average of all scores)
4.5
Main Article: (Description of the resource/tool? What does the resource do? How
does it work? How did you like it? What are the advantages and limitations?)
Puzzle maker is educational research tool. I like this web site. I used the web site
when I was in elementary and middle school teacher. It is very good chance to use
this kind of puzzle programs, Because it makes your class educational and fun.
Puzzle maker Online Resource
Puzzle maker is an online resource available on the internet List one word (or very short
phrase) per line. Once you log into your Puzzle maker account (email address
required), you are able to start making your puzzle.
This installable software can make 4 types of word search puzzles, including normal,
with clues or with hidden message. It gives you more control over your puzzle, such
as fonts, which word directions are allowed, and whether letters can be shared. It
lets you print your puzzle such that every copy has a different arrangement of
letters. It does not do background pictures or PDF files but you can export your
puzzle as text or as a graphic. The demo does not give free puzzles but upon
purchase the unlock code (license) has no expiration date.
If you are a teacher (Languages classes most likely), I would recommend using this
web site efficiently for your students.
Educational uses and applications for Education/classroom: (How could this
app be used for education? Specific activities, examples)
You have the ability to make your own puzzle like, crossword puzzle and word
search puzzle. It can be used 100 % for educational field. Kindergarten through 12
grade teacher can be used for their students. It gives very good opportunity to work
on vocabulary. Working on puzzles makes students` memory faster. After learning
some vocabulary you may use paper based cross word or word search puzzles so
students can keep the voc. List in their mind.

Pros/Advantages: (Short sentences, brief information)

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Don`t miss the Free GOOD option. You will enjoy while working on this web site. It
gives you a chance to email it to you so you never lose the puzzle.
Cons/Disadvantages: (Short sentences, brief information)
I didn`t like about the price part for educational it should be free for teachers. It
does not give you unlimited print out. That is my second unlike part.
Summary:
Puzzle maker is a great online resource to help your students learning vocabulary.
You can also decorate your paper with variety color to make it fun. This program is
not only for the teachers also could be used for parents and students at home as
well.
Tags or Keywords:
keep calm and have fun with puzzle maker.
ATTACH PICTURES: (Logo or screenshots)