What it is: Seesaw is the first truly student centered/driven digital portfolio tool that I’ve seen. What makes Seesaw such an awesome option as a digital portfolio is the way that it empowers kids to build and keep a digital portfolio totally independently with features like QR code login for young students. Students can log […]
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mobimaths-bringing math to life
July 24th, 2012
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Mobimaths What it is: mobimaths is a brand new math app for iOS and Android devices. I love the mission of mobimaths: to move away from textbooks and rote memorization and toward real world problems with an emphasis on communication and collaboration. It doesn’t get better than that! I wish more education app developers would […]
Britannica Kids Ancient Egypt: Student Review
February 25th, 2011
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Application: Britannica Kids What it is: The Britannica Kids Ancient Egypt app let’s students explore hieroglyphics, mummification, the Pyramids, Tutankhamen, Cleopatra, the Ancient Egyptian world, dynasties of Egypt, the River Nile, gods and the afterlife, every day life, and 14 Egyptian Gods, and other Egyptian topics as they play a variety of games. Games include […]
eduPad-create custom applications!
November 3rd, 2010
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Application builder: eduPad– Your e-learning app on the App Store. No coding required! What it is: Ever had an idea for an app? eduPad lets you create your very own e-learning app on the App Store without any coding! Create your own great educational content using the provided text and Excel templates. eduPad integrates and publishes […]
Math BINGO
November 3rd, 2010
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Application: Math BINGO What it is: The popular educational website ABCya.com has released an app version of their popular Math BINGO game. This game lets students practice their math facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) in a fun way for faster fact recall. Each skill has multiple skill levels so students are continually challenged in […]
Solar Walk- 3D Solar System Model
November 3rd, 2010
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Application: Solar Walk What it is: Solar Walk is an incredible 3D astronomy application packed full of beautiful graphics and animations of the solar system. The graphics are very realistic, even allowing students to see clouds and the relief of mountains, lakes, and oceans of the Earth. This 3D solar system lets students zoom in, […]
LearnBoost Gradebook
October 1st, 2010
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Web Application: LearnBoost What it is: LearnBoost is a free online gradebook and classroom management system that has recently added support for the iPad! LearnBoost is a suite of online tools for the classroom including attendance management, seating charts, class rosters, policy management, and lesson plan capabilities with integration with Google calendar. The LearnBoost […]
Inkling
September 10th, 2010
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Application: Inkling What it is: Inkling is a new textbook platform for the iPad. It transforms paper based textbooks int engaging, interactive, collaborative learning experiences. My favorite feature of Inkling: the ability to purchase by chapter or whole book. Most of us remember those classes where we purchased a $400 book only to crack it […]
