App Review - Amber Works

 

1. Third Grade - Math - Alabama Alternate Standards

2. M.AAS.3.7- Multiply and divide one-digit numbers using repeated addition or repeated subtraction where the products are within twenty and the factors are one, two, three, four, five, or ten using multiplication and division tools.
   

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4. Boom Learning  

1. https://www.commonsense.org/education/reviews/boom-learning 

2. Boom Learning is a mobile app that lets teachers assign flashcard sets to students for practice relating to specific content standards being taught in the classroom. My favorite thing about Boom Learning is that it saves data from each student attempt for quick data collection for reteaching if needed. Boom Learning has a free level that teachers can use for a limited number of students. The basic level is $15 a year, which provides 50 student accounts. Boom Learning can be used for students in Kindergarten up to college level since assignments can be individually assigned. Boom Learning is compatible with Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire tablets. I chose this review from Common Sense because it gave an in depth look at this app and included multiple reviews from other educators.  

 

2. IXL Learning 

1. https://www.commonsense.org/education/reviews/ixl 

2. IXL provides math practice for students in grades PK-12th grade. IXL is a free app for students. I find this app especially helpful due to the nature of repeated practice that students get in practicing math facts. IXL is compatible with Apple, Android, and Fire Tablets. I chose this review because Common Sense is a well-known resource for educators with trusted reviews for different media apps.  

 

3. Xtra Math 

1. https://www.commonsense.org/education/reviews/xtramath#:~:text=Pros%3A%20Good%20theory%20allows%20students,any%20closer%20to%20enjoying%20math. 

2. Xtra Math is another app that provides students with repeated practice specifically in math facts. There is a free portion of Xtra Math, but it can also be purchased through schools for a discounted price. It can be used for students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. Xtra Math is compatible with both Apple and Android products and can also be setup through Google Apps for Chromebooks. The review that I chose was through Common Sense. Tis website is one that I rely on when choosing new materials for my classroom. They are thorough and allow viewers to view multiple reviews rather than just one.  

If I were to choose one of the three apps, my choice would be Boom Learning. Through practice in the classroom, this app has provided my students with practice on multiple different skills across all subjects. I enjoy that I am able to tailor Boom Cards to the standard that I am currently teaching. I also enjoy that these cards are bright and inviting which encourage my students to participate. The versatility with this app provides me with many different ways in which I can tailor student work to be individualized while students are all having needs met at the same time.