Apps for Students and Teachers in a 1-to-1 Math Class
von Jamie Gavril
1. For Student Use: Calculators
1.1. MyScript Calculator: Write full expression on screen and calculator will evaluate. Can write fractions, parentheses, etc. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/myscript-calculator-handwriting/id578979413?mt=8
1.2. Wabbitemu: Not available on iTunes yet but someone has copy cat-ed the TI-83 and 84. Normally buying the hand held version is over $100 but this app is free! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Revsoft.Wabbitemu&hl=en
1.3. Quick Graph: Best calculator for graphing 3D images in calculus and some linear algebra. Even Texas Instruments does not have this technology yet! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/quick-graph-your-scientific/id292412367?mt=8
1.4. U Protractor: Uses the iPad or iPhone's camera as a protractor. Operator needs to align bottom of protractor, just like a manual. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/u-protractor/id926663865?mt=8
2. For Student Use: Self Help Tools
2.1. BrainPOP: Tim and Moby demonstrate examples of math grouped by topic in an easy to understand way. Students can also do small quizzes at the end. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brainpop-featured-movie/id364894352?mt=8
2.2. Ooops: Order of Operations practice! Students often forget how much order of operations can effect an answer. This is an essential skill to advance to solving equations. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/order-operations-by-brainingcamp/id515299769?mt=8
2.3. Algebra Pro: Has practice problems and "Show Me" lessons where problem is worked out for student with narrated steps. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/algebra-pro/id343062081?mt=8
2.4. Fractions: Designed for any level, can change between easy, medium, or hard. Students can even change to test mode. Students can practice comparing fractions, putting in lowest terms, etc. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fractions/id650562737?mt=8
3. For Teacher Use: Organization
3.1. Tiny Scan: Can scan any handwritten or typed document and turn into a PDF. Great for scanning class notes or extra notes on whiteboard. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tiny-scanner-pdf-scanner-to/id595563753?mt=8
3.2. Common Core State Standards Pocket App: Menus are easy to navigate to find the individual standards or can use the search menu http://commoncorepocket.com/
3.3. Google Drive: Organize all classes by folders and subfolders. Can share documents with students and colleagues. Teachers can even have shared department folders. https://www.google.com/drive/
3.4. Google Calendar: Store all meetings and class assignments in one place. Can have reminders that pop up on screen and/or text message. Collaborate and share calendars between colleagues and students. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-calendar/id909319292?mt=8