Creating A Classroom Website Using

Eric OxfordJuly 7, 2014

What is Weebly?

Weebly is a platform to create free blogs, websites, or online shops…or a combination of each.

The website prides itself on its ability to help people easily navigate their way through creating their own website. Uses step-by-step instructions to help get started

Why Should Teachers Use Weebly?

21st century technology: get your classroom online!

Today’s world requires teachers to communicate with students and parents more than during school hours. There should no longer be an excuse for

absent/sick/avoidant students to miss assignments

Keep parents in the loop: they can be your best allies!

Evaluation Evidence @ the end of the year! Parent communication, use of technology

Benefits of Weebly

Easy to use: step-by-step instructions to get you started

Interactive: you can manipulate and move things around

TONS of templates and color combos: allows for customization

Automatically creates a Mobile version and a Desktop version

Can link to Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, blogs, email, etc.

No CC info required, no pressure (pop-ups, ads, etc.) to upgrade

Limitations of Weebly

Requires strong Internet connection!! Drag & Drop, other features will not load

correctly without one.

Not everything is free

Takes a little time to get used to navigation/initial setup

Applications

Can incorporate Facebook, Twitter, Blog page links onto website

Can be a one-stop-shop for parents and students Include quick links, contact info, important updates,

etc.

Weebly Login My Weebly Site