Top 2013 Apps for Teachers
With tablets and mobile devices becoming commonplace both inside and outside of the classroom, app developers have been reaching out to educators with products intended to boost student learning and their own professional development. The following are five of the most promising apps for education, ranging from those that bring the social networking experience to the classroom to more efficient note-taking systems. The best part? They are all free without compromising quality. Edmodo This free app that's compatible with Android and Apple devices brings social networking to the classroom. Edmodo enables teachers to extend learning beyond traditional classroom times using a closed network that resembles some of the most popular social networking sites, like Facebook. Teachers can post homework assignments, lead virtual discussions, request classes to answer polls and award badges for positive behavior and quality work. Teachers can also track student learning, add learning app...