Instructional Software Evaluation

Team members: Emily Rensel

1. Software Title: Brain Pop
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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: This software supports student by introducing them to
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating different topics in their curriculum. This software provides student with a visual
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing representation of their topic and different form of delivery to the students. This software
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying improves student engagement by presenting information in a fun and creative way to
PE/Health Simulation Understanding students. I would use this software as extra support for students to absorb topics centered
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2. Software Title: Gizmos

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Gizmos is a site that supports students with math and
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating science curriculum arranged by topic or textbook. Gizmo supports students by allowing
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing them to experiment and build their own understanding on the concepts they are learning.
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying This website improves student engagement by allowing students to explore multiple
PE/Health Simulation Understanding science and math concepts and it also allows students to visually see and play with
Other Remembering different math and science curriculum. This software would be useful to students who
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3. Software Title: BioLab Fly and Froguts

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Assessment/ Reporting
Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: This software supports science students learn about genetics
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating and about dissections. This software allows for students to experience a dissection
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing without experiencing anxiety doing an actual animal dissection. This software improves
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying student engagement by creating a virtual science lab were students can explore freely
PE/Health Simulation Understanding without any costs. This software can be used in any science classroom as a way for
Other Remembering students to experience a dissection without actually having to experience on. This is a
__________________ safe and inclusive form of software were all students can participate.

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4. Software Title: Dimension U
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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Dimension U is a platform for educational gaming for
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating students to reform their math and literacy skills, connect with friends, and even compete
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing with their peers collaboratively. This software would improve student engagement by
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying allowing students to have fun on this platform while also learning how to refine their
PE/Health Simulation Understanding math and science skills. This software would be useful if it was built into the curriculum
Other Remembering therefore students could stay on top of their reading and math skills.
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5. Software Title: Flight to Freedom

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Flight to Freedom would support students who are currently
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating learning about slavery in their Social Studies class. This software would support students by
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing allowing them to experience the life of a slave and her journey to freedom. This software would
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying improve student engagement as it would allow students to diver deeper into the topic of slavery and
how many lives were affected by slavery. I would use this software to support my lessons and plans
PE/Health Simulation Understanding
about teaching the concept of slavery and this software would support my lessons by allowing
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6. Software Title: TEDeD

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: This platform is used to support student learning by creating
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating customized lessons for students and allowing them to share their big ideas. This platform
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing improves student engagement by allowing students to create their own talks about their
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying passions and this would allow students to fully engagement with lessons inside and
PE/Health Simulation Understanding outside the classroom. I would use this platform to promote creativity within my
Other Remembering classroom by allowing students to celebrate their own passions to share with their
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7. Software Title: Khan Academy
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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Khan academy offers practice exercises for students of all ages who
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating need support for any subject. It also offers instructional tutorial videos and a personalized learning
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing dashboard for learners who need to pace themselves in any subject. This software supports students
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying by providing easy and assessable extra help in any content area. This software can improve student
engagement by creating a place where students can focus comfortably without any pressures about
PE/Health Simulation Understanding
grades. I would use this software in my classroom as a support software for my students who need
Other Remembering that extra help in any of my content areas that I will be teaching.
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8. Software Title: Math 180

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Math 180 is a software of instruction, assessment, and even
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating professional development designed to help students improve their math skills. This
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing software supports student learning by creating a unique learning experience for students
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying of all ages. This software improves student engagement by teaching students math in a
PE/Health Simulation Understanding fun and motivating way. This software could be used for weekly assignments or even just
Other Remembering as extra practice within a classroom setting.
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9. Software Title: Read 180

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Read 180 is a software that gives students inside and outside
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating the classroom the tools they need to support their reading journey. This software supports
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing students by helping them reach a proficient reading level without the stress of grades or
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying failure. This software allows for students to feel successful and improve their reading
PE/Health Simulation Understanding level with the assistance of online instruction and flexible plan. This software can be used
Other Remembering inside of a classroom settling to help students improve their reading proficiency in their
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10. Software Title: Games Learning Academy
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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: Adventure Academy is an online simulation game where
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating students pay $9.99 a month to improve on their educational skills like reading, math, and
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing much more. This game supports students by teaching them lessons about multiple
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying subjects in a fun and engaging way. Students are able to create their own avatar and play
PE/Health Simulation Understanding with their friends. This game can be used within the classroom; however, it does cost
Other Remembering money so every student may not be able to afford this subscription.
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11. Software Title: ck-12

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: This software is used to support students in not only school
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating subjects but with culturally subjects like art and photography. This software can support
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing and engage students by locating their passions or their struggles in school or in life. This
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying software can be used in many ways inside of a classroom: study time, extra support, or
PE/Health Simulation Understanding even free creative time.
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12. Software Title: PhET

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Math K-2 e-books/e-references Creating Provide a short overview: PHET is a free online math and science simulation that
Science 3-5 Drill/Practice Evaluating allows students to discover concepts through a fun, game-like environment. This
Social Science 6-8 Tutorial Analyzing software can support student learning by supporting students with extra math and science
English/Language Arts 9-12 Instructional Game Applying practice. This software can be used to engage with students and teach them concepts
PE/Health Simulation Understanding without the stress of note taking or paper reviewing.
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