Expert Reviews

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

27 results

Expert Review

Artsonia Kids Art Museum

Online art museum empowers students to exhibit, explain their work

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

Grades

Pre-K–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Web

Expert Review

Youth Voices

Aging online community hosts authentic student writing

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

Grades

7–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Tract

Student creators show what they know on video-based learning platform

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

Grades

3–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

YouTube

Massive, essential video site requires teacher support

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

Grades

8–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Most Likely Machine

Interactive experience quickly exposes algorithms

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Weebly

Easy-to-use website design tool lets teachers monitor kids' creations

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

NowComment

Rich collaboration and close-reading tool invites deep, easy-to-assess discussions

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

Grades

4–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Edublogs

Encourage student expression and maintain digital portfolios with easy-to-use blog creator

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

Grades

3–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

FreshGrade Classic

A fresh way to capture, document, and share student learning

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

Grades

3–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Coming Soon: Find Your Grind

Grades

9–12

Price

Free to try, Paid

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

LitPick

YA review site gives students a real-world, although ad-driven, outlet

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

Grades

4–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Google Sites

Make your own website with easy, intuitive drag-and-drop features

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web, Chrome

Expert Review

KQED Education

Excellent multimedia learning hub supports both teachers and students

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

Coming Soon: Fanschool

Grades

5–12

Price

Free to try

Platforms

Web

Expert Review

VirtualJobShadow

Resource-filled career and college planning site can feel overwhelming

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

Grades

6–12

Price

Paid

Platforms

Web