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Education & Reference (38 programs)

  1. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Emphasizes relevant parts of the text for better reading. Promotes better reading comprehension. Customizable appearance to suit various preferences.
    CONS: Doesn't have support for non-Latin alphabet.
  2. PROS: Lets you access geo-blocked and paywalled content. Comes with a comprehensive guide for new users.
    CONS: Requires VPN in some regions. Has no inherent security measures.
  3. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Provides a variety of genre of books. Users just need a library card or student ID to access. Simple and easy to use.
    CONS: Customer service is poor. Lack of data about their users.
  4. License
    Trial version
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Facilitates group learning. Intuitive Team management dashboard. Over 5000 ebooks and audiobooks. AI Recommendation Engine.
    CONS: Could use more topics and courses.
  5. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Free and public domain. Multiple filtering options. Host to independent writers around the world.
    CONS: No titles from popular authors or publications.
  6. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Has a lot of old and new books to choose from. Contains audiobook copies for print-challenged users. Offers links for legally purchasing books.
    CONS: Some parts of the site are not optimized. Only lends one copy per book, in most cases.
  7. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Reliable cancer information from experts. Checks about 70 vetted cancer claims. Information to reducing cancer risks. Fast fact-checking.
    CONS: Too text-heavy.
  8. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy to use interface. Customizable video responses. Customizable built-in rubrics. Multiple means of expression and creativity.
    CONS: Social media-style interface can be distracting to some. Can only create discussion topic using the web version. Difficulty in uploading videos.
  9. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy to set up virtual classroom. Wide array of integrated features. Customizable sessions. Supports live class.
    CONS: Performance depends on users' connection. Frequent server problem. Terrible browser compatibility.
  10. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy access to various study materials. Thousands of downloadable study notes. Financial rewards for every note uploaded.
    CONS: Only materials in PDF can get paid. Finding quality and accurate notes can be difficult.
  11. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Free web conferencing system. Makes online lectures engaging. Packed with essential presentation tools. Unlimited number of webcams to share.
    CONS: Hard to setup for presenters. Requires technical knowledge.
  12. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Identify medication from 24,000+ drugs. Identifies through imprint, color, and shape. Utilizes drop down list and short descriptions. Incredibly accessible application.
    CONS: Does not identify syrups or liquid medicine.
  13. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy conversions. Can customize your flipbooks. Hosts your files. Lets you download your flipbooks.
    CONS: No auto-renewal of licenses. Won’t resize your files if they’re over 200MB.
  14. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: A simplified college application process. Coherent guides for freshmen and transferees. Common App Ready toolkit for counselors and recommenders. Resources available in English and Spanish.
    CONS: Not all school accepts the Common App.
  15. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Standards-aligned lessons through multimodal tools. Digital student portfolio. Streamlined parents-teacher conferences. Easier progress monitoring.
    CONS: Needs more interface-intuitive features.
  16. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Lessons for reading and math. Interactive guides with characters. Has games. Diagnostic tests are adaptive.
    CONS: Can’t be used for too long. Tests don’t save sometimes. Lessons may advance too fast.
  17. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Comprehensive skill coverage. Adaptive learning. Visually appealing. Vocabulary-rich stories.
    CONS: Activities could use text instructions. Needs creative breaks and inventive activities. More support videos will help. Progress-monitoring will be challenging for teachers.
  18. PROS: Live counters. Credible sources of information. Interface is easy to navigate. The counters can be placed on your site for a price.
    CONS: Doesn’t cover a lot of statistics.
  19. License
    Trial version
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Engages through rewards. Flexible lessons and plans. Easy-to-understand feedback tool. Interactive features.
    CONS: Equations not included. Lacks offline version.
  20. License
    Paid
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Web-based monitoring tool. Seat map feature. Intuitive functions.
    CONS: Lacks offline version.

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