Kialo Edu: The free tool for thoughtful, inclusive class discussion

The free tool for

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The free tool for thoughtful, inclusive discussion. The free tool for training critical thinking. The free tool for boosting participation. The free tool for deeper topic comprehension. The free tool for teaching civil discourse.

By writing pros and cons below each others’ points, students create an interactive discussion map.

“Having an anonymous mode is fantastic for students… THANK YOU for an awesome platform!!”

“I love this tool… Kialo creates a structure for rich, reflective dialogue online.”

“I recently discovered the Kialo platform that I am now totally in love with.”

“… supports learners’ written communication, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking.”

“The platform is easy to use, easy to moderate, and offers the teacher a good toolkit.”

BETT Awards 2025 Winner – Free Digital Content, App or Open Educational Resource

Common Sense Education 5-Star Learning Tool – Selected for High Educational Value

Selected for the HundrED Global Collection 2025 – Recognizing Impactful Educational Innovation

“Another great tool for teaching critical thinking…”

“The students themselves have told me how much they love it.“

“Kialo makes it simple to follow a discussion’s logical framework and encourages intellectual engagement.”

“For teachers, it can be an absolute revelation.”

Greatly increase participation

No more students waiting for their turn to speak! On Kialo, students can contribute instantly, simultaneously, and from anywhere.

Build student confidence

Class discussions can be daunting for many students. Kialo’s text-based format, as well as an Anonymous Discussion mode, helps students contribute at their own pace.

Promote deeper comprehension

Kialo helps students understand how different ideas link together. Its visual format makes it easy to build and understand sophisticated lines of reasoning — improving subject knowledge and critical thinking skills.

Recorded and gradable discussions

With traditional class discussions, it’s hard to remember who said what after the bell rings. But Kialo discussions are automatically saved, so you and your students can come back for easy grading or review.

A really easy, quick, and manageable way  to engage in thinking that is not only visible but also recordable.

Dr. Peter Ellerton

Director of the University of Queensland's Critical Thinking Project