10 Best Applications for the Classroom.pptx

A PowerPoint that is designed to show 10 of the best apps that can be used for teaching or learning in the classroom.

1. 10 Best apps for the Classroom By: brady palmer

2. Class Dojo Standards-Curriculum Connection: ClassDojo allows for screen sharing and screen monitoring, allowing for teachers and students to be more engaged during learning and instruction. Authenticity: ClassDojo allows students to work on quizzes and assignments in an engaging way whether individual or with groups. Feedback: Feedback is a key element of ClassDojo . Parents are able to have access and teachers can comment on projects and assignments. Screen sharing also allows for immediate feedback. Differentiation: ClassDojo is accessible across multiple different platforms for student needs.

3. Class Dojo User-Friendliness: Students have access through their own accounts and can easily navigate the app. Teachers can monitor activity to ensure this. Instructions: The app/website provides multiple tutorials for different roles such as parents, teaches, and students. Higher Order Thinking: Creating, Comprehension, and Evaluation. Student Motivation: Students can receive behavior points through ClassDojo that serve as a motivator to finish assignments and participate in class.

4. Parent square Standards-Curriculum Connection: ParentSquare gives teachers and parents the opportunity to engage about learning expectations and the curriculum/standards. Authenticity: ParentSquare is designed directly for teacher and parent use to help the students’ success in the classroom. Feedback: Feedback to students can come directly from teachers or parents after communication has taken place regarding their current situation. Differentiation: ParentSquare is accessible via app or computer to allow easy access.

5. Parent square User-Friendliness: The app is intuitive and easy to navigate after the account has been created. Instructions: The app/website provides are large resources section that teachers and parents can navigate as they become familiar with the app. Higher Order Thinking: No higher order thinking for students as the app is for teacher and parent use. Student Motivation: No student motivation for students as the app is for teacher and parent use.

6. Evernote Standards-Curriculum Connection: As a note-taking app, Evernote allows direct correlation to the standards and curriculum as they can determine what information is needed. Authenticity: Note-taking is a great skill and necessary for students to develop as they go through their academic career. Evernote allows that. Feedback: Students are able to share notes and entries with teachers and students if asked to do so. Differentiation: Evernote is accessible across multiple platforms. Students can choose which format best suits their learning needs.

7. Evernote User-Friendliness: The app is intuitive and easy to navigate after the account has been created. The format is clean and simple to use. Instructions: Evernote provides a Quick Start Guide to get students going and become familiar with the app. Higher Order Thinking: Concept Connection, Critical Thinking, and Analysis. Student Motivation: Student Motivation will come from the apps ease of use and simplicity with taking notes that suit each students learning needs.

8. Edpuzzle Standards-Curriculum Connection: This app allows for editing videos that have been chosen in alignment with standards and curriculums for the students. Authenticity: You can add commentaries and questions that can lead to group discussions in class, which is an important part of any working environment. Feedback: Quizzes can be added into the videos which can help monitor engagement and student understanding of the video’s content. Differentiation: EdPuzzle is accessible on multiple different platforms but is best and most easily used through the app.

9. Evernote User-Friendliness: The app is great for large class settings and for groups to use as they work through a lesson plan. Instructions: It provides a "Getting Started" resource on the website to learn the basics. Higher Order Thinking: Inferring and Interpreting information. Student Motivation: Student Motivation will come from being able to discuss in real-time the information, as well as the quizzes inserted in the videos.

10. KAHOOT Standards-Curriculum Connection: Kahoot is a tool that can be used to create fun learning and review quizzes and games to align with any standards or curriculum. Authenticity: By using Kahoot students are able to test their knowledge and understanding in a fun way. Feedback: Student feedback comes from the results of the quizzes and games. Teachers can see any trends amongst students based on their answers. Differentiation: Kahoot is accessible on multiple different platforms.

11. KAHOOT User-Friendliness : With its simple format across all formats, Kahoot is very user-friendly. Instructions: Kahoot provides multiple tutorial videos on its website and app for teachers and students. Higher Order Thinking: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Student Motivation: Students are typically motivated by the points system and being in the top 3 of the Kahoot quizzes.

12. Quizlet AI Standards-Curriculum Connection: Quizlet AI is a great study and review tool that can be used by students to make custom flashcards and practice quizzes for whatever unit a class is on. Authenticity: Students are practicing their studying skills and habits with the use of Quizlet AI which translates to all parts of their academic career. Feedback: Student feedback can come from students sharing their work with teachers, however, it is typically for student use only. Differentiation: With the use of AI the app can meet all students needs and make things custom to that student.

13. Quizlet AI User-Friendliness : The use of AI makes it easy to navigate and create study and review resources. Instructions: Quizlet provides easy instructions, as well as tutorials on how to use the app’s features. Higher Order Thinking: Concept Connection, Creating, and Analysis. Student Motivation: As a study tool students will be motivated by their grade to use this app and increase their chances of getting their desired grade.

14. Google Classroom Standards-Curriculum Connection: Google Classroom is a fully customizable classroom that can adapt to any standards and curriculum. Authenticity: Students are practicing their time management and personal responsibility as they have to keep up with the variety of posts on Google Classroom. Feedback: Student feedback is easily doable through discussion boards and questions that can be posted by the teacher. Differentiation: Google Classroom offers many different features such as quizzes, comments, and posted questions that can cater to each students learning needs.

15. Google Classroom User-Friendliness : Google Classroom is easy to navigate and teachers are able to take on student view and help students navigate. Instructions: As mentioned above teachers can walk through the app with students as they learn about it. Higher Order Thinking: Metacognition and Application. Student Motivation: Students are motivated by the use of quizzes and points that can impact their grade.

16. SoundNote Standards-Curriculum Connection: SoundNote is a note-taking app that can adapt to any standards for student learning. Authenticity: This helps students develop their listening and note taking skills in a unique way. Feedback: Student feedback can come from any entries and notes that students take and share with others or the teacher. Differentiation: SoundNote is a great tool for those who are not great multitaskers and need to listen to fully comprehend, allowing different learning types to thrive.

17. SoundNote User-Friendliness : SoundNote is easy to set up and use, especially once a lecture or teaching begins. Instructions: Offer a helpful support section with FAQ . Higher Order Thinking: Interpreting, Inferring, and Analyzing. Student Motivation: Students are motivated by the ability to take notes in a different format that cater to their learning style.

18. MyStudyLife Standards-Curriculum Connection: This is a great learning tool for students that they can use to help plan out all standard related quizzes, projects, and assignments. Authenticity: Students will work on their time-management and responsibility through this app. Feedback: These planners and organizers can be shared with the teacher to help monitor activity. Differentiation: MyStudyLife offers unique designs and formats for each student to choose from to make their planner fit their needs.

19. MyStudyLife User-Friendliness : MyStudyLife is easy to use and fully customizable to whatever the user needs or wants. Instructions: Through the apps “ ZenDesk ” they offer basic instructions, as well as in depth instructions for all users. Higher Order Thinking: Interpreting and Analysis. Student Motivation: Students are motivated by the ability to be more organized and therefore better prepared for their projects and assignments.

20. NearPod Standards-Curriculum Connection: Teachers are able to use this app to create formative assessments and get real time student feedback. Authenticity: Students will work through their formative assessments and apply what they have learned in class. Feedback: These formative assessments are designed specifically to get student feedback and understanding. Differentiation: NearPod allows us to create different formative assessments that can cater to different learning styles and needs.

21. NearPod User-Friendliness : NearPod is very easy to use across multiple platforms. Instructions: NearPod offers a Beginners Guide to help new users get adapted to the app. Higher Order Thinking: Application, Comprehension, Problem-Solving. Student Motivation: These formative assessments can contribute to their grade which will produce student motivation.

22. ClassDojo : This is a great tool for student communication and feedback. It also is great for student behavior management that can impact motivation. ParentSquare : ParentSquare makes it easy to communicate with parents. Keeping clear communication can help support a student’s academic success. Evernote: Evernote is an easy to use note-taking app. This makes note-taking unique for each student and helps multiple different learning styles. EdPuzzle : EdPuzzle is a great tool for teachers. Videos are a major part of learning in many classrooms. With EdPuzzle quizzes can be added into videos, helping monitor student engagement and understanding. As a student I love Kahoot anytime I teacher chose to use it. Kahoot allows for a fun, even competitive way to learn. Teachers can even increase student motivation by providing prizes for the winners. Quizlet AI: Quizlet has always been a great tool for students. Adding the use of AI can reduce the time students take to create flashcards and quizzes. It also makes it customizable for students. Google Classroom: Google Classroom is a great way to allow for student engagement. With posting questions and quizzes, students can respond and be independent for their learning. Rationale for the best 10 apps

23. SoundNote: SoundNote is another great note taking app. With its listening and transcribing capabilities learners of different styles can use it and benefit greatly. MyStudyLife: Studying is a SKILL and something students need to develop their studying ability. MyStudyLife makes studying and planning easier and more manageable. NearPod: Formative assessments are a crucial part of gauging student understanding. NearPod allows for easy creation of unique formative assessments that can be used during or after lessons to help monitor understanding. Rationale for the best 10 apps