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The web based program can be used by the school site for a one year trail. This is a one year trial free version or paid version. The school will have to provide a convincing argument at the end of the year that this program offers something that the other district resources do not. For example why is this better than or the same as F2B? Reading Units? Raz Kids? The school site will be responsible to pay the annual subscription and it is recommended to use the free version before purchasing the annual subscription. The privacy policy is clean. There is no student data collected and no advertising.

SCUSD: Approved

Approval Decision: Approve the free version of the Vernier Graphical Analysis 4. Note, the Android version is due to come out in January 2018. Currently, the free app can be added as a Chrome extension.

Description: Collect, share, and analyze sensor data with free software

SCUSD: Not Approved



Approval Decision: Personal data is collected for marketing and promotional use. The age level is college level.

Description:  An interactive anatomy app that is medically accurate.

SCUSD: Adult Use Only


Approval Decision: Teachers may sign up for the free version and use it for a quick formative assessment. Note, to use with students under the age of 13, parent permission is required.

Description:  With Pear Deck, bring interactive, engaging slide presentations to your classroom. Real-time formative assessments and discussions enhance understanding.

https://www.brainpop.com/

SCUSD: Approved


Approval Decision: Approved - If students are under the age of 13, parent permission is required.

Description:  Animated Educational Site for Kids - Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Arts & Music, Health, and Technology.






Common Sense Media Review - Find Pros, Cons, Video Tutorials and Lesson Ideas for Brain Pop

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.