Introducing the New Academic Technology Tools List

We are pleased to announce the release of the Academic Technology Tools List, a new resource for faculty, instructors, and staff seeking to enhance their teaching with vetted and supported academic technologies.

Developed through a collaborative effort between the Center for Teaching and Learning and Learning Technologies and Spaces, this list is your definitive guide to the university’s officially licensed and supported tools. The resource provides clear information on how to access and utilize essential platforms like Canvas, Zoom, Gradescope, and Panopto, alongside other valuable technologies for discussion, collaboration, polling, and assessment.

This initiative is designed to simplify your search for reliable tools, ensuring you have access to the best resources to support your pedagogical goals.

The new list is more than just a directory; it’s a detailed resource that helps you navigate your technology options. Each tool entry includes key details, such as its primary function, whether it integrates with Canvas, and whether it includes generative AI features (which are always off by default, giving instructors full control over their use). You can browse or filter the list by integration level, tool type (e.g., Adaptive Learning, Digital Whiteboard, Polling & Surveys), and AI capabilities to quickly discover the right technology for your course needs. This allows you to efficiently match specific teaching activities or learning outcomes with the most appropriate, university-approved solution.

We encourage all faculty to explore the Academic Technology Tools List today to discover new ways to promote student engagement, manage assignments, and facilitate dynamic learning environments. This resource is a commitment to providing a transparent, trustworthy, and evolving suite of technologies that adhere to university policy and receive dedicated support.

For guidance on navigating potential benefits and risks, especially concerning AI, please refer to the Responsible AI at Stanford and AI Meets Education at Stanford (AIMES) resources.

Visit the Academic Technology Tools List on the Teaching Commons website to get started.