Do you have a test coming up ? No problem because the Study Mode app has you covered ! The Study Mode app enables students to explore a wide range of study methods such as book notes, flashcards, powerslides, tests and research papers. This material is posted by other students and teachers. Teachers can easily get their students invloved by letting them sign up with a class code. For students, this app lets studying be more efficient by exploring a wide range of study methods. Pros include easy to use directory and certified notes from teachers. One con of the app is that you need an internet connection. Overall the Study Mode app is beneficial to students when studying for an upcoming test.
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Having trouble keeping up with your grades ? Don't worry the PowerSchool app has you covered. The PowerSchool app allows students to login with their school ID to keep track of their course grades. While using the app students can check their GPA, specific assignment scores and as well as previous grades from previous years. Pros include easy login access and easy to use navigation within the app itself. One con that I've found is that students must be connected to an internet source for this app to function. The PowerSchool app is useful in the classroom because it enables students to check their grades and work on courses they need most help on.
Having trouble keeping up with all your classes ? Well, Google Classroom is the answer for you. Google classroom is an app that allows you to keep up with all your classes. To join a class all you need is a class code which is given by the teacher of that course. When you are in a classroom you can view assignments posted by teachers. For teachers this is a great tool for connecting with students outside of school. Google classroom also allows students to turn in online assignments and keep track of important dates. One pro is that teachers are able to get rid of using paper assignments. Another pro is that teachers are able to pass out assignments quicker. One con is that Google Classroom must require an internet connection or otherwise its useless.
From Spanish to German, the Language Translator app has you covered. The Language Translator app lets you take any phrase and turn it into whatever language you want. Take for example the phrase “how are you doing” you can turn it into german and the translation is “wie geht es dir”. The Translator app is useful for foreign language teachers because it lets their students learn efficiently and quicker by looking up phrases they don’t know. A pro I found about the app is that it has every language from around the world. One con that I found is that the app must be used with an internet source.Can’t focus on your school work ? No problem the Spotify app has you covered. Some teachers may disagree with working while listening to music, but studies have shown that listening to music while working improves concentration. Spotify is a music listening app that lets you listen to any song you want, at anytime. Pros of the app include not having to listen to ads, which is good because ads can get very annoying at times. Another pro includes not having to wait for your favorite song to play like Pandora, but with Spotify you can listen to any song at any given time. One con that I’ve found is the fact that Spotify does not work without the internet unless you get the premium version. Overall Spotify is a great study tool that lets students focus better and get work done efficiently.Can’t remember the periodic table for your next chemistry test ? Well don’t worry because the “Periodic Table” app has you covered. One feature that I found neat is when you click on an element additional information about the element will appear. The app is great for chemistry teachers who are trying to teach their students the periodic table. One pro of this app includes color coded element groups which is beneficial because students can easily identify the element groups. Another pro is when you click on an element more information is provided which is crucial when studying for your next test. One con I found is that the app does not provide the number of electrons, protons or neutrons an element has. Overall the “Periodic Table” app is a great tool for teachers and study tool for students. Below is a screenshot of the app itself.
Kahoot is a website that teachers from across the globe are using. Kahoot allows teachers to create tests. During the game students have to click on multiple choice answers and the faster you answer the more points you get . Kahoot also lets teachers choose already made tests from different users. Pros consist of being able to learn while having fun which gets the student more involved. Students can also customize their own username before the game. Also teachers can receive results which shows them what students are good at and what needs to be improved. A con of Kahoot is the fact you have to be connected to the internet to play. Another con is not being able monitor student activity, which means teachers can’t tell if students are working or not.
The Duolingo app is a great tool to have for learning a new language. The app allows you to learn a variety of languages such as Spanish, German and more. The app itself allows you to choose a language and from there you can do a variety of activities such as learning vocabulary, listening activities and spelling activities. The app makes learning a new language interactive and fun. I personally use Duolingo to learn Spanish and it makes learning Spanish a whole lot easier. Pros of the app include fun activities, the app itself is free of charge and it is easy to use. Cons of the app includes not being able to choose the vocabulary you want to learn. Overall Duolingo is a great and useful tool especially for Spanish teachers wanting to improve their students Spanish speaking skills.
The Remind 101 app is a great app that allows you to receive personal notifications from coaches or teachers. The app allows the user to keep tabs on due dates, assignments given and any other useful information. In my opinion the app is a great tool, it allows me to keep on track with my school life by giving me the opportunity to keep up to date with my classes and extracurricular activities. Pros of the app include being able to have up to ten classes. Students can join just with one text message without downloading the app itself. Some cons of Remind 101 is the fact that students can't reply back to messages sent from teachers. Overall, the Remind 101 app is a great tool to have for teachers to communicate with students outside of school. |
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