Back-to-school season can be the most daunting time for high school students. Freshman see a noticeable difference in the difficulty of course work. For veterans, grades can be more important than ever whether a graduate is headed to post secondary school or the workforce. These educational apps for high school students may offer an edge:
Apps for High School
Math Apps
Math Formulas - Apple – $.99 – This app is one of the best ways to study formulas from algebra to integers.
Algebra Tutor – Android – A great app for practicing everything algebra. Review terms and example in the “Learn” section, then users head over to “Practice” to test skills. The app keeps track of how well a user is doing across topics and highlights strengths and weaknesses.
Graphing Calculators – Android & iTunes – While they may not have the functionality of a graphing calculator they also aren’t going to run you close to $100. Here are two free graphing calculator apps for iOS and Android users.
History Apps
Today in History - iTunes – Free (lite) – This simple app can be used to learn about a historical event every day.
Map Master - Android – $.99 – Learn capitols, geography, and famous landmarks in this interactive map. The study tool can be used to learn or test knowledge with the challenge options.
US History - Android – Free – This app summarizes historical events in the United States, but also allows you to delve deeper into important topics.
Literature Apps
Sparknotes - iTunes & Android – Free – Spark notes sometimes gets a bad rap because it is synonymous with not reading the book. However, they can be a great way to reinforce what is previously read as well as delve deeper into the story or learn more about themes and motifs. This app comes with 50 pre-installed study guides as well with the option to install more.
23,469 Classics to Go – iTunes – Free- As the title implies, this app lets users download more than 23,000 books to read and enjoy at users’ leisure. Books include Alice in Wonderland, The Art of War and The Adventures of Huckleberry Fin.
Science
Chemistry Lab Suite - Android – Free – For help with chemistry calculations, or just a quick reference guide.
Biology - Android – Free – An all-in-one biology guide with everything from Cell Structure to Action Potential, this app gives a definition of each term complete with images for quick reference and easy studying.
Physics – Android – Free- This organized app allows for easy access when reviewing physics. Each subject is broken down by chapters, with images and text to create a very comprehensive way to review concepts.
Language
Duolingo – Android & iTunes - Free- Duolingo is the popular app that encourages users to lean a new language. The creator of the app made it a point to create an app that was effective, free and fun. This translates well into the app, as it is easy to use and makes users set goals.
Rosetta Course – Android & iTunes - Free- Rosetta Stone’s Free mobile app allows language study on the go! There is a large community behind Rosetta Stone to encourage and support new users ready to learn.
AP Exam
K12 AP Exam – iTunes & Android – Free & Paid – Great for those heading off to college soon and students preparing for the AP Exam. There are lite and paid versions and both are great for studying for certain subjects on the Exam or just general knowledge.
Feel free to share any other apps for high school in the comments section that we haven’t mentioned here.
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