Test Digital Resources

Qalaxia - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved


Approval Decision: Does not follow teacher input. Does not support Google for research.

Description: Qalaxia is a free question-and-answer site for classrooms. On Qalaxia: Students ask for homework help on online homework forums and get help from experts.

TouchChat - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: In violation of student personal online information because of targeted ads.

Description: TouchChat is a full-featured communication solution for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice.

Zaption - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: The app is in violation of SOPIPA because of targeted ads.

Description: We’re excited to announce that Zaption has been acquired by Workday.

WeScheme - Conditional

SCUSD: Conditional

Approval Decision: If used with students be aware they will ask for personal identifiable. information and their Google Account Login. You do not have to submit personal identifiable information to use the program. If used with students under the age of 13, then parent permission is required.

Description:  WeScheme is a coding program.  You can use it  ...without login in, but you won't be able to save without login. It has curriculum on how to use it.

ToonDoo - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: There is a cost and SOL privacy laws are violated - social media platform.

Description: Toondoo lets you create comic strips and cartoons easily with just a few clicks, drags and drops.

TodaysMeet - Adult Use Only

SCUSD: Adult Use Only

Approval Decision: This app is approved for adult use only. Be aware that they do collect your email and IP address and share it with 3rd party vendors that could target ads.

Description: TodaysMeet Teacher Tools is here! Make managing your digital classroom even easier with TodaysMeet Teacher Tools, a toolbox just for teachers.

TalkTablet - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: This app is out of compliance for student use because they sell P.I. to 3rd party vendors.

Description: TalkTablet is the #1 speech app for autism, stroke, cancer, laryngectomy, ALS and other conditions.

Tour Builder - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: In violation of SOPIPA because of targeted ads.

Description:  From a nonprofit documenting its global missions, to a teacher transforming American history - check out the inspiring stories that people are creating using Tour Builder.

Screencastify - Conditional

SCUSD: Conditional

Approval Decision: Free version for teacher use only. Conditionally approved, because Screencastify has not signed California Student Privacy Alliance Agreement. A letter has been sent to the vendor and is pending vendor response.

Description:  Screencastify is Chrome's screen recorder. Lite version is free forever, while Premium version unlocks all features.

Edublogs - Approved

https://edublogs.org/

SCUSD: Approved

Approval Decision: The app is free and is in compliance with student online privacy laws.  Free version only - is approved

Description: WordPress powered blogs, Eportfolios, and websites




Common Sense Media - - Find Pros, Cons, Video Tutorials and Lesson Ideas - Find Pros, Cons, Video Tutorials and Lesson Ideas for Edublogs

Discovery Education/Streaming - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: The third party marketers may use the personally identifiable information to contact students with advertisements if they opt-in to receive this information.

Description: We ignite student curiosity and inspire educators to reimagine learning with award-winning digital content and powerful professional development.

Codeable Crafts - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: The sharing of student drawings with no oversight or permission violates students privacy laws.

Description: Codeable Crafts is an app for kids to create their imaginative stories by drawing and coding.

Blockly for Dash and Dot Robots - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved

Approval Decision: Promotional communication is used for marketing purposes. This violates the student online privacy laws.

Description: Take on coding challenges and make your own programs for Dash & Dot using Blockly. Transform Dot into an alarm, play tag with Dash, or use Dot to control Dash. Programming lets you turn your silliest or most ambitious ideas into reality.

Adobe - Not Approved

SCUSD: Not Approved


Approval Decision: Adobe Privacy Policy states that they will display ads. This is in direct violation of student online privacy.

Description: Adobe is changing the world through digital experiences. We help our customers create, deliver and optimize content and applications.

Vimeo.com - Conditional

SCUSD: Conditional


Approval Decision: Approved for teacher use only. Not in compliance with
                                                     SOPPIPA.

                                                      Description: The high-quality home to make, share, and watch videos.