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9 Daily Test Prep Apps: Elementary School Edition

9 Daily Test Prep Apps: Elementary School Edition
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Lisa A. Goldstein February 8, 2019

Musty old paper note cards are out, and flashy new digital studying apps are in! Check out these fun apps that make studying a breeze.

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Offered By Case Western Reserve University logo
Entrepreneurs fostering new ventures outside of well-developed entrepreneurial ecosystems like Silicon Valley face significant challenges. These markets are unlike Silicon Valley, and they will likely remain so. That doesn't mean they can't nurture and sustain new businesses. In transitioning markets that lack abundant private sector financing, creative approaches from government officials, donors, and business leaders can fill the void to support entrepreneurial activity. Northeast Ohio (where Cleveland and Case Western Reserve University are located) has become a laboratory for such innovative solutions. During our time together in this course, we will explore some of these creative approaches to promoting regional entrepreneurship. Northeast Ohio has seen a massive infusion of government and donor resources for over ten years. In that time, Northeast Ohio has promoted regional development (including job creation and follow-on funding) through alternative methods of financing startups. It has not been easy. The region has made progress, but it remains to be seen whether it has struck upon an enduring formula. A dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem takes many years, even decades, to develop. Government policymakers and donors typically seek quicker returns on their support programs, which makes long-term support for entrepreneurship challenging. This course includes case studies and first-person testimonials from entrepreneurs who have launched products and services ranging from medical devices to LED lights to whiskey. You will learn how these entrepreneurs discovered and procured resources from various programs and intermediary organizations. You will hear from business people still in the process of developing their companies as well as those whose ventures have flourished. Our focus will extend beyond Cleveland to selected markets around the world, including Greece, Vietnam, Tunisia, Argentina, Rwanda and China. You will learn about international incentives and other supports available to developing startups and small businesses across the globe. This course examines how different communities around the world approach implementing strategies and methods to support businesses. I will ask you to reflect on how to apply the principles we learn to growing entrepreneurship where you live. The social interactive features of the online platform will enable students from around the world to share ideas and learn from one another. Most MOOCs rebroadcast professors’ lectures; this course is different. Don’t expect to see me standing in front of the camera, talking and lecturing every module. Instead, the lectures will be relatively short in length. They have more of the feel of an engaging documentary than a static classroom setting. ## __What type of person takes the *Beyond Silicon Valley* course?__ - Active and aspiring businesspeople in communities looking to initiate new startup ecosystems or bolster existing ones - Current and prospective entrepreneurs who want to learn about funding sources, risk management, and the lifecycle of startups - Professionals who work in government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, philanthropic institutions, and various private funds that fund startups - Anyone curious about how to create and grow startup ecosystems outside the major tech hubs - The principles Beyond Silicon Valley teaches have been drawn from and applied to startups worldwide, from small villages to megalopolises. You'll study success stories spanning the globe from Vietnam to Kosovo to Botswana. ## __What will you learn in *Beyond Silicon Valley*?__ - How and where startups can find funding to get their businesses off the ground - What role government can play in encouraging startups and a healthy startup ecosystem - How anchor institutions such as universities and healthcare systems participate in startup ecosystems - How nongovernmental organizations support startups - How to raise funds from venture capitalists, angel investors, and accelerators - How to navigate challenging periods in the startup lifecycle - The importance of mentoring in successful startups
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Kids will take their first tests in elementary school, and it’s best to get good study habits down early. These apps are sure to help your elementary schooler prepare for the next test.

Flashcards by NKO

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What is it? Flashcards by NKO is an easy-to-use app that allows you to download millions of user-generated flashcards, or make your own deck of flashcards customized for your child’s needs. This powerful study tool allows you to make customized flash cards specifically tailored to your child’s needs. Keep track of your decks and use this tool for any subject! Use them to play games like matching, true/false, and memory.

Ages: 5+

Cost: Free

Availability: Requires iOS 7.0 or later; optimized for iPhone 5, Android, and Windows.

Fractions

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What is it? This is a comprehensive fractions app that includes narrated lessons, practice questions, interactive charts, and challenging games. It has interactive visualizations that allow kids to see how fractions add up to make whole numbers, making fractions easy to understand.

Ages: 9 to 14

Cost: Free

Availability: Requires iOS 6.0 or later, Android, Windows.

HeyMath! Factorama

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What is it? This app is a math game that tests kids on factors and multiples involving numbers two to thirteen. Users must destroy numbers on a grid by matching them with the correct factors. Think of it like Candy Crush, but with factors! High scores and fun graphics encourage kids to challenge themselves while working on memorization and understanding concepts.

Ages: 8 to 12

Cost: $0.99

Availability: Requires iOS 4.0 or later; Android, Windows.

K-12 Timed Reading & Comprehension Practice

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What is it? This app lets elementary school-aged readers practice fluency, comprehension, and speed. More than 250 short stories — both fiction and nonfiction — are paired with comprehension questions. The app also includes progress tracking, reading stats, and an automatic timer that calculates average number of words read per minute.

Ages: 4+

Cost: $3.99

Availability: Requires iOS 4.3 or later; optimized for iPhone 5, Android, and Windows.

Match-Up Math

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What is it? Students improve their math skills by matching tiles. Each level has a new tile layout, allowing students to apply math, logic, and strategy to solve the puzzles. The appeal of this app is that it replaces boring drills and memorization with skill-building fun.

Ages: 4+

Cost: $2.99, but there is a free “lite" version.

Availability: Requires iOS 6.0 or later; optimized for iPhone 5, Android, and Windows.

Math Bingo

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What is it? This app is a fun way to practice math facts. Kids can choose addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division at various levels of difficulty. The object is to get a pattern of five Bingo bugs in a row by correctly answering math problems. The score is determined by the length of time it takes to complete a game, plus a two-second penalty for each incorrect answer.

Ages: All Ages

Cost: $0.99

Availability: Requires iOS 4.3 or later; optimized for iPhone 5, Android, and Windows.

SpellBoard

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What is it? This app has customized spelling lists in any language, with a study mode and fun activities that include word scramble, word/sentence matching, and word search.

Ages: 4+

Cost: $4.99

Availability: Requires iOS 5.1.1 or later; optimized for iPhone 5, Android, and Windows.

iBiome - Wetland

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What is it? This science app will teach your child about the delicate balance of wetland ecosystems. The app features illustrated games and maps to teach about the flora and fauna that make up these delicate biomes.

Ages: 4+

Cost: $2.99

Availability: Requires iOS 4.3 or later

SeaLife

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What is it? This app features HD images and the sound of friendly sea creatures. Kids can interact with a gallery of sea creatures and learn what the animals in the ocean look and sound like. Soon your child will be able to recognize and identify a plethora of ocean animals. It is sure to get your miniature marine biologist a head start. Help your little one learn about the wild and wet world of the ocean ecosystem.

Ages: 4+

Cost: $0.99

Availability: Requires iOS 3.2 or later.

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