Apps for Mobile Learning
Learning in a K-12 Setting
Learn at any time, any place, at any pace!
I've picked out some of the apps I'd like to use in my classroom. The criteria I used for my app search was:
1. Compatible on more than one operating system, as not all students use the same types of devices, or they may want to access it from multiple places. I focused on Android and iOS although there are some apps listed here that have wider compatibility.
2. Free to use. This provides access for all students and prevents marginalizing those who can't afford the cost.
3. Engaging to students. They won't want to use an app if they think it's boring!
Check out my picks below!
Apps for Learning Mandarin Chinese
ChineseSkill
ChineseSkill has additional offshoot apps that targets specific areas that students may need more help in.
- Learn Chinese Mandarin Words - provides flashcards to learn Chinese characters.
- Learn Mandarin Chinese Tone - helps improve tonal pronunciation of Chinese characters.
- Learn Mandarin Chinese Writing - teaches Chinese character stroke order.
- Speak Mandarin Chinese - learn Mandarin Chinese phrases.
Recommended Age Range: Junior High+
Compatibility: Android and iOS
Offline Use: Yes
Learn Chinese - HelloChinese
Recommended Age Range: Junior High+
Compatibility: Android and iOS
Offline Use: Yes
Monki Chinese Class
Recommended Age Range: Elementary
Compatibility: Android, iOS, kindle fire
Offline Use: No
Apps for General Knowledge and Learning
Khan Academy
Recommended Age Range: High School+
Compatibility: Android and iOS
Offline Use: Yes
Lumosity
Recommended Age Range: High School+
Compatibility: Android and iOS
Offline Use: No
Apps for Classroom Management
Remind
Recommended Age Range: Junior High+
Compatibility: Android, iOS, web
Offline Use: No
ClassDojo
Recommended Age Range: Elementary
Compatibility: Android, iOS, SMARTboards, Web
Offline Use: No
Apps for Student Organization
myHomework
Teachers can access Teachers.io to quickly share class information with students who join their class in myHomework. Unfortunately, Teachers.io is only provided in iOS format. myHomework also offers schools discounts when they purchase in bulk so students and teachers can receive the app ad-free with file attachments, enhanced app widgets, etc.
Recommended Age Range: Junior high+
Compatibility: Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, Chrome, kindle fire, Web
Offline Use: No
This S'more is created by Angela Chung.