Top 10 - Educational Apps

Nowadays a lot of people have a iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Lots of teachers get angry with students using these but actually, if used correctly, can really help you get better grades.

1. DropBox
Put your PDF revision sheets and DOC revision guides (or anything else) into your DropBox account on your PC/laptop/iPad/iPhone/iPod and they will show up everywhere else as well. With 2gb of free space you'll probably never pay a penny. I save my revision guides on my macbook then move them to DropBox so I can also see them on my iphone, if I've got a bit of a free time, I can just have a quick browse of it using...
Use this link to download DropBox on your laptop/computer http://db.tt/692T5UHB It gives you a bit more space, and me too.


2. iBooks

Best way to read pdf/doc/ebooks that you move into your Dropbox. Once you choose the option to view them in iBooks you've saved them to your device and can then view them offline. 

4. SimpleMind

SimpleMind is a very easy-to-use mind mapping tool. The free version lets you create and export Mind Maps in the SimpleMind format. Check my earlier post if you want tips on how you MindMap

5. Cram

Got a big test coming up? You’ll want to check out Cram. Cram is a study tool on which users can create flash cards and multiple choice tests (with automatically randomized questions). These study aids can be shared with friends and synced to the offline Mac OS version.

6. Anki Mobile

This is the only one I'm listing where you have to pay. However, it's so good I think it's probably worth it. Basically it's a super sophisticated but yet simple flash card app. Try it out free on your PC/Mac to see if you like it before you try the mobile version which you have to pay for.

7. Free Podcasts
This is not an app, but rather a way in which you can use your iPod/iPhone/iPad to enhance your learning. Have a check of the iTunes store for ones related to what you are studying. I would particularly recommend Deutsche Welle ones for those studying German. 


8. Evernote

If you plan at all on using your iPhone/iPod/iPad/Macbook for taking notes in class, you’ll want to utilize Evernote. The free application supports text, photo, and voice notes, and syncs to an online account, as well as Mac and PC versions of the app so you can have access to your notes anywhere. Evernote has some really nifty features, such as Twitter integration, geo-location, and the ability to search text within photos.

9. iTranslate
Quickly and easily translate foreign words to your native language, it will even read it out to you if you want.


9. myHomework

The free myHomework app is a visually stunning way to help students stay organized by creating a calendar of assignments and when they’re due. Assignments are color coded, so you’ll know when due dates are coming and when they’re late. The app doesn’t do much more than that, but it is helpful for keeping overloaded students on top of their work.

10. BBC News

Keeping up-to-date with the news is often overlooked as part of the educational experience. However, getting relevant information into your exams can set you apart from the crowd. Particularly for those doing General Studies and Critical Thinking, this can be a very useful app to check often.