Education & Reference (588 programs)

Google Earth
3.8
Trial version
Pro version of this impressive interactive atlas
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: View demographic, parcel and traffic data layers. Print high resolution images. Includes GIS data. Includes technical assistance. Measure area, radius and circumference on the ground.
CONS: Most features available in free version. Intel Macs only.
Stellarium
4.2
Free
Your own planetarium on OS X
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Bible
4.5
Paid
A full version program for mac
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Google Earth
4
Free
Explore the world from your home!
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: The desktop app is available for free. Comes with advanced features. Option to explore different celestial bodies. Perfect for history and geography lessons.
CONS: Uses more system resources than the web version.
Monkey Stories: books & games
4.9
Free
An innovative free app to help kids engage and learn about multiple topics
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: 500+ ebooks featuring a range of topics. Themed stories cover fairy tales, family, friendship, animals and plants. Tiered into levels based on expert guidance. Kids play to learn 100+ guided lessons, giving them essential English skills in the process.
CONS: Free at first but unlimited access requires monthly paid subscription. Mixed message at a time when we're encouraged to limit kids' screen time. Could be seen as school work during free time. Only available in English - more languages would widen learning potential.
YoudaoDict
5
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
iStar Karaoke
2.3
Trial version
Dubious karaoke app for Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Accepts a wide number of formats. Nice interface and easy to use.
CONS: Some formats do not import properly. Syncing doesn't always work.
LadioCast
5
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Epubsoft Ultimate DRM Removal for Mac
4
Trial version
REMOVE DRM FROM YOUR HARD-BOUGHT EBOOKS.
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Removes DRM. Supports many formats. Batch removal.
CONS: For eBooks only.
DiversDiary
4
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
TuxGuitar
2.8
Free
Multitrack tablature editor and player
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Wide range of features. Nice interface. Lots of instruments included.
CONS: May be overwhelming for first time users or music novices.
Google Classroom
4
Free
Free web-based platform for online classes
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Integrated with G Suite tools. Accessible to all GMail users. Simultaneous submission and feedback. Customizable features for teachers.
CONS: May not be compatible with university email.
SofaPlay
4.5
Paid
A full version program for mac
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Al Quran Free - Al Quran Islam
4.2
Free
A free program for mac, by Imran Qureshi
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
MacPAR deLuxe
3.8
Trial version
Verify and repair PAR1 and PAR2 data from newsgroups
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
iMedia Browser
2.1
Trial version
Preview all your media
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Framework available for developers to add in their apps. Browse media from the application. Access photos, videos, movies, bookmarks.
CONS: Interface can feel cluttered.
Monkey Junior: learn to read
4.9
Free
Teach Kids about Languages with Monkey Junior: Learn to Read
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Wide number of lessons. Large database of words and phrases. Includes educational games. Kids get digital stickers as rewards.
CONS: Some lessons only available via paid subscription. Inconsistent mixture of cartoons and photos. Appropriate only for certain age groups. Limited selection of languages.
Forismatic Quotes
4.2
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
iStrip
4.5
Free
An application to view and archive comic strips available online
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Passport Photo - An ID App
4.2
Paid
A full version program for mac
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac