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Adaptive Learning
DreamBox Learning Math
Individualized, game-based math adapts to kids' needs
Bottom line: This is a pretty nice all-in-one solution for extra math support and practice with solid adaptive tech, but students might need help with the interface.
Grades: K–8
Price: Paid See http://www.dreambox.com/educator-licenses to request a quote.
LearnBop
Adaptive tutorial site helps kids tackle tough math concepts
Bottom line: It's a great tool for filling in learning gaps and for individualizing learning; kids get practice that really helps them grasp concepts.
Grades: K–12
Price: Free to Try, Paid Or, $5,000 for whole school.
Home use: $150/year
LearnBop can be purchased by itself, or as part of Fuel Education's PEAK platform.
TenMarks Math
Responsive and adaptive math practice for every grade level
Bottom line: Adaptive K–12 math practice that hones in on students' areas for growth with lots of potential to empower.
Grades: K–12
Price: Free to Try, Paid There's a 30-day free trial. The Essentials plan is $5 per student per year. Comprehensive ($10 per student) and Premium ($15 per student) plans include additional features, such as tools for differentiation and assessment, as well as school- and district-level reporting.
Mangahigh
Phenomenal adaptive math games with a killer teacher dashboard
Bottom line: Fantastic tool for flipped or blended classrooms, formative assessment, or extra practice in any setting. It's gamification that really works.
Grades: 2–12
Price: Free, Free to Try, Paid Free 30-day trial gives 100% access. Following the trial, users can select a basic or subscription account. The free, basic version limits access to 25% of the content. The subscription models vary based on the number of students enrolled, and range from $195/yr (up to 5 students) to $2995/yr (up to 1,000 students). Request a quote for more than 1,000 students.
Imagine Math
Great adaptive learning comes with live teacher support, unique rewards
Bottom line: A fantastic, comprehensive program where teachers can track progress and motivate using meaningful rewards.
Grades: 3–10
Price: Paid Average cost is $16 per student per school (plus professional development services). Licenses are active for 12 months.
ALEKS
Strong adaptive learning makes traditional math curriculum more useful
Bottom line: For kids who crave a traditional mastery-style math learning experience and have good self-regulation skills, this is a great option.
Grades: 3–12
Price: Free to Try, Paid $5 to $105 per product, per student depending on product type
Knowre
Boost math skills with personalized learning, targeted lesson support
Bottom line: With adaptive features and solid support, it's a fantastic tool to support your instruction.
Grades: 7–12
Price: $20.99 per student per year
Problem Solving
Twelve a Dozen
Engrossing math platformer puts problem-solving skills to the test
Bottom line: This absorbing game challenges kids' math and thinking skills as much as it entertains.
CueThink
Social approach to problem-solving promotes deep math learning
Bottom line: CueThink is an innovative, community-based platform that helps students plan, strategize, and collaborate.
Grades: 4–12
Price: Free to Try, Paid The CueThink Problem Bank includes free Problem of the Week (PoW) scenarios as well as access to full PoW content bundles for an additional fee.
Action Math Baseball
A mathematical home run for baseball fans; less engaging for rookies
Bottom line: Students use their math skills to solve challenging real-world sports problems.
Grades: 6–8
Price: Paid $7.95 per student for 20–39 licenses. One license is required for each student.
GeoGebra
Create, share, and modify math models and simulations
Bottom line: Free open-source software that lets teachers build or adapt learning experiences to meet their kids' needs.
Grades: 6–12
Price: Free
Get the Math
Solve real-life algebra problems with diverse crew, delightful video
Bottom line: Fantastic proof that algebra is used to solve real problems in kid-approved professions -- basketball, music, and fashion.
Grades: 7–10
Price: Free
Brilliant
Challenge top students with adaptive math and physics problems
Bottom line: This leveled physics and math problem site can be an exciting challenge for passionate students, but may be too much for struggling students.
Grades: 7–12
Price: Free
Supplemental Resources & Practice
Matific
Engaging supplemental resource encourages conceptual understanding
Bottom line: A fun and engaging conceptual supplement for math lessons with easy-to-find standards-aligned activities.
Grades: K–6
Price: Free, Free to Try, Paid Teachers can sign up for free. Parents interested in using Matific at home can sign up for a free trial, and then pay $30 per year.
Front Row
Target standards-based skills with dynamic practice and assessments
Bottom line: Rich with content-aligned assessments, activities, printable worksheets, and progress analytics, this valuable resource promotes skills mastery through practice.
Grades: K–8
Price: Free, Paid Free with limited features. School Edition contains more content and data/analytic tools.
Khan Academy
Missions boost learning with balance of focus, freedom to explore
Bottom line: A solid resource for Common Core math instruction as well as foundational knowledge in a number of other subjects.
Grades: K–12
Price: Free
Math Science Music
Thoughtful tools teach STEM skills through music and creativity
Bottom line: Limited but quality content gives STEM teachers a new toolset for fostering engagement and understanding.
Grades: 3–12
Price: Free
Yummy Math
Make math matter with problems kids can relate to
Bottom line: Yummy Math brings us 3rd-12th grade Common Core-aligned math activities on topics kids care about.
Grades: 3–12
Price: Free, Paid Activities are free; subscription is $17.95 per year for activity solutions, teacher tips, and Excel attachments.
Tuva Labs
Access to curated data sets has tons of potential, needs more teacher support
Bottom line: Partner with another teacher (preferably a data whiz) and work together to develop activities that will support learning in your classes.
Grades: 4–12
Price: Free, Paid Free: Tuva Basic: access to 25 Tuva data sets and five data set uploads
Paid: Tuva Premium: $400/teacher/year; $4,000/school/year; other custom rates available. Tuva Premium includes access to all 300+ Tuva data sets, unlimited data set uploads, and further features.
Mathspace
Personalized, step-by-step math coaching challenges and adapts
Bottom line: A solid, adaptive curriculum that guides kids as they work out problems.
Grades: 6–12
Price: Free to Try, Paid $19.95 per month. Schoolwide pricing discounts available.
Virtual Nerd
Flip a classroom with these quality video math tutorials
Bottom line: High-quality math and physics tutorials are a great classroom supplement, plus they're aligned to Common Core standards.
Grades: 6–12
Price: Free, Paid