The ever-increasing number of tools and free multimedia software can be confusing and even daunting for teachers. Choosing an appropriate technology-based tool to use in the classroom should not be random. Every tool that the teacher uses should serve a specific, clear goal. Participants in this hands-on workshop explore a variety of strategies and technology-based tools that are designed to build students’ communication skills and to encourage personal responsibility for learning within the language classroom. These strategies address the 21st century skills and the ACTFL’s World-readiness standards such as communication, collaboration and culture.