These days, many apps on the internet help students learn while having fun. Let’s look at some of the best apps students can use during their free time to learn new things enjoyably.
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Kahoot
Kahoot is an app that makes learning feel like playing games. The learning activities in Kahoot are called “Kahoots.” The app has many types of quizzes with multiple-choice questions. Users create these games themselves. Students can use Kahoot on a web browser or download the app on their phone.
- First, students need to create a game
- They can choose the format for their questions (text, pictures, videos, etc.)
- They decide how many questions to include in the quiz
- For the best experience, it’s better to play in a group
- To join a Kahoot game, students need to enter a special PIN
- Players use their phones to play, and the results show up on a big shared screen
- Students get points for correct answers
NewsELA
NewsELA is an app designed to help students think critically and improve their reading skills. On this app, students can read articles about many different topics. NewsELA organizes articles by difficulty levels, so students can choose readings that match how well they understand the subject.
Benefits of NewsELA:
- The app includes quizzes to make reading more interesting and creative
- Students can track how their reading skills improve over time
- Reading materials cover science, history, social studies, and more
Padlet
Padlet gives students a digital bulletin board where they can share their thoughts with others. Think of it as an online wall where people can post notes, pictures, and more.
Padlet Features:
- Students can use text, videos, audio, or pictures on their bulletin board
- The app allows collaboration between students, teachers, and parents who can comment on student work
- There are more than 100 wallpaper designs for customizing the look
- Students can present their Padlet just like a slideshow
Discovery Education
Discovery Education is an app for K-12 students (kindergarten through high school). It offers high-quality educational materials and aims to motivate students to develop good learning habits. The app helps students achieve better academic scores and is available in 100 countries around the world.
GoNoodle
GoNoodle is designed to help elementary school students do various activities that make learning fun. The app focuses on self-discovery. Activities include dancing, yoga, movement exercises, deep breathing, mental health practices, stretching, music, and mindfulness.
Features:
- The app includes activities that use motion sensors
- It has various categories of videos for different interests
- Teachers use it for “brain breaks” during class
- It helps children release excess energy in a positive way
- The activities improve focus and concentration
- The videos feature fun, memorable characters
Quizlet
Quizlet allows users to create flashcards and use them in fun learning activities. Students can make their quizzes and games within the app.
Quizlet Features:
- Students can create study sets on any topic from scratch
- The app includes AI-enhanced tools to help with learning
- It provides expert-written homework solutions that students can learn from
- Students can choose different modes: learning mode, test mode, quiz mode, flashcard mode, practice set mode, and others
- The app helps students review classroom concepts
Educational apps work best when they complement classroom learning rather than replace it. By choosing the right mix of apps, students can make learning a fun part of their daily routine rather than seeing it as a chore.
