Expert Reviews

In-depth reviews of edtech tools by Common Sense reviewers.

655 results

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PerplexityAI

Robust gen AI-powered research tool aggregates info, provides sources

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

6–12

Price

Free, Paid

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Diffit

Promising tool molds AI-generated content into many formats

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

2–12

Price

Free to try, Paid

Platforms

Web

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Khan Academy

Flexible learning environment offers goal-oriented personalized pathways

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

2–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web, Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch

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Quizplus

Millions of questions and answers; most content behind paywall

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

9–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad, Web

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Equatio

Equation editor makes digital math accessible

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

K–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Chrome, Web, Mac, Windows

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BrainPOP

Clever animated hosts Tim and Moby masterfully tackle complex topics

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–8

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Web

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Legends of Learning

Extensive game library tests kids' recall of math and science

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–8

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

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IXL

Immediate feedback and breadth a huge plus, despite emphasis on drills

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
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Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

Pre-K–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Web, Android, iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad

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Belouga

Impressive cross-curricular platform establishes global connections

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
Based on review
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Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

3–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Web

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Biofab Explorer

A fascinating resource for those interested in biofabrication

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
Based on review

Grades

9–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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SAM Labs

Kids use block code and wireless blocks to program, design, and create

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
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Not yet reviewed
Based on review
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Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

K–8

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

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Share My Lesson

A huge database of ready-to-go lesson plans but needs more curation

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Not yet reviewed
Based on review

Grades

Pre-K–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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PBS Kids

One-stop shop for a wealth of fantastic PBS Kids educational content

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

Pre-K–4

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Corgi

Upgrade graphic organizers to accommodate different learning styles

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

6–8

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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Kide Science

Storytelling plus creative lesson plans make STEAM concepts come alive

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 5 reviews

Grades

Pre-K–2

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web