Apps and Websites for Test-Prep and Studying

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Whether it's the SAT, ACT, AP, or GED -- or even just an old fashioned test or quiz -- exams can induce anxiety in both students and teachers. While there's no love lost for them, tests are a reality. Students need help tackling them effectively and confidently, and teachers need help getting students prepared, especially for studying at home. These great apps and websites for test-prep and studying take some of the pain out of drill-and-kill, giving students the targeted practice, reference resources, and study skills they need to conquer high-stakes tests.

Tools to Prep for Specific Tests

SAT Visit Website: http://sat.collegeboard.org Trustworthy, practical SAT prep from the makers of the test	Grades 8-12 Type Website Price Free, Paid Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
SAT Vocab by MindSnacks Publisher: MindSnacks Variety is key in charmingly effective SAT vocab app	Grades 8-12 Type App Price Free, Paid Platforms iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
The Official ACCUPLACER Study App Publisher: The College Board Solid test prep features representative questions, detailed feedback	Grades 8-12 Type App Price $2.99 Platforms iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
AP Exam Prep English Language and Composition Publisher: K12 Inc. Extensive test-prep tool; feedback facilitates independent study	Grades 9-12 Type App Price $9.99 Platforms Android, iPad, Kindle Fire Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
AP Exam Prep World History Publisher: K12 Inc. Extensive, versatile, no-frills review tool for serious AP students	Grades 9-12 Type App Price $11.99 Platforms Android, iPad, Kindle Fire Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
College Passport - SAT Edition Publisher: Edupath LLC Good SAT review, iffy college-search guidance	Grades 9-12 Type App Price Free Platforms iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
SAT Word Slam Publisher: Slammin Productions Creative SAT prep mixes humor with well-researched word lists	Grades 9-12 Type App Price Free - $3.99 Platforms iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4

General Prep and Practice Tools

CK-12 Visit Website: http://www.ck12.org Super STEM resource with highly accessible content	Grades K-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 3
Khan Academy Visit Website: http://www.khanacademy.org Missions boost learning with balance of focus, freedom to explore	Grades K-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
NRICH Visit Website: http://nrich.maths.org Untangle robust math problems for all ages; plenty of teaching support	Grades K-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
StudySync Visit Website: http://www.studysync.com/ Superb ELA resource spurs critical thinking with dynamic multimedia	Grades 3-12 Type Website Price Free to Try, Paid Common Sense Rating 5 Teacher Rating 5
ExploreLearning Gizmos Visit Website: http://explorelearning.com Vast array of science and math simulations impresses	Grades 3-12 Type Website Price Free to Try, Paid Common Sense Rating 5 Teacher Rating 4
Mathalicious Visit Website: http://www.mathalicious.com/ Toughest palates can't resist appetizing look at real-world math	Grades 6-12 Type Website Price $320 annual subscription per teacher Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
Quizlet Visit Website: http://www.quizlet.com School-friendly study aid continues to add useful features	Grades 6-12 Type Website Price Free, Paid Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating 3
StudyAce Visit Website: https://www.studyace.com Flash card app gamifies rote memorization; some cool features	Grades 6-12 Type Website Price Free to Try, Paid Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
That Quiz Visit Website: http://www.thatquiz.org/ Simple design, customizable quizzes make test practice tolerable	Grades 6-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating 4
Virtual Nerd Visit Website: http://www.virtualnerd.com/ Flip a classroom with these quality video math tutorials	Grades 6-12 Type Website Price Free, Paid Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
Brilliant Visit Website: https://brilliant.org/ Challenge top students with adaptive math and physics problems	Grades 7-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating 4
Vocabulary.com Publisher: Vocabulary.com Surprisingly addictive quiz game adapts as students play	Grades 7-12 Type App Price $2.99 Platforms Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 4 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated
HippoCampus Visit Website: http://www.hippocampus.org Multimedia lectures and simulations good for supplemental instruction	Grades 9-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating 3
Number2.com Visit Website: http://www.Number2.com Free, encouraging test-prep site makes practice more lively	Grades 9-12 Type Website Price Free Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating 4
Synap Publisher: MyLabs Ltd Study tool supports good habits, works best for older students	Grades 9-12 Type App Price Free, Paid Platforms iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Common Sense Rating 3 Teacher Rating Not Yet Rated

Tools to Prep for Specific Tests

General Prep and Practice Tools

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