Ipad Apps For Science - Feb 2013

Science News, General Information, Research
Grades Subject/Topic Title, Producer
*All
(almost) EVERYTHING
Science 360 National Science Foundation
Description This is a documentary and science news app. You get a warning that this needs high speed internet connection.
Possible uses
Intro to activities Activation Inquiry Inspiration Research
Cost Free
Rating - Comments Fabulous collection of short science and engineering videos and images. A must have.
3-12
(almost) Everything
Best Science Facts Michael Quach
Activation Potpourri of science facts Discussion presented on a colourful cartoon page with annoying ads at the bottom.
Free ($3.99 for ad free version)
Not sure if I would use this in upper grades, even if the content fits. Not sure if its worth $3.99 to remove the ads. Although there are over 700 videos (in all subjects) I cant see this being a practical investment.
(Stay away from Weird Facts by same producer.)
3-8
(almost) Everything
Brain Pop
Cute animations that cover a wide range of topics. The free version has a few science animations.
Activation Discussion Research (limited)
Free (Limited movies) Full access - $6.99/ mo; $1.99/ mo for a few added movies Free (Limited movies)
K-4
(almost) Everything
Brain Pop, Jr
Even cuter animations. Just like Activation Discussion the more middle-years appropriate Brain Pop, you only Research (limited) get a few free movies and a new one each week on a range of subjects.
Full access $5.99/ month; $1.99/ month for a few more movies
Although it might be something to check out every once in a while, I cant see this being very useful or cost effective.
iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

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All *6 *9
Astronomy Earth-Space Meteorology Technology
NASA App NASA
Description Connect to all the information produced by NASA videos, news, images, etc.
Possible uses
Activation Discussion Research
Cost Free
Rating - Comments
All *6 *9
NASA Viz
Multimedia stories on a wide variety of topics related to NASA research.
Free
K-12
Astronomy Technology
Mars-Images Powellware
This app displays every image taken by the Curiosity and Opportunity Rovers currently on Mars day by day!
Activation Discussion
Free
I just think this is so cool that any school kid can see images coming from another planet in their classrooms! The same day they are taken!
K-12
NASA TV
Free feed to NASA TV broadcast.
Free


6-12
Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy
Exoplanet
9-12
Gr. 9 Reproduction Biology 30S Human Body Biology 40S Genetics Evolution
Click & Learn HHMI
Description Database of all known exoplanets. Selecting one will call up all the data known about it, a graphic showing the type of star it is orbiting and an image that shows the size of the planet relative to those in the solar system. High-level videos, news, slideshows on a variety of subjects and research activities at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Possible uses
Cost
Rating - Comments
Free
Like all HHMI materials top quality resources. Some of the topics, however, are university level and may be beyond the comprehension of most high school students.

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Grades Subject/Topic Kindergarten Colour Gr. 1 Senses Gr. 4 Light Physics 30S Light Title, Producer
Comments A series of optical illusions, information and explanations of the phenomenon of colour. Check their website: www.exploratorium.edu
Possible uses Demonstration Activation Discussion
Cost Free
Rating Although this is very much a grown up app, there are some cool demonstrations and ideas for activities that could be used for Kindergarten students. I really liked the section that people described what they thought of when thinking of colours. Excellent and very informative.
K-12
Color Uncovered The Exploratorium
K-12
Gr. 1 Senses Gr. 4 Light Gr. 6 Diversity of Living Things Physics 30S Light Chemistry 40S Aqueous Solutions Biology 40S Biodiversity
Creatures of Light
An exploration of the many living things on our planet that produce their own light. Fireflies, fungi,
Activation Demonstration Discussion Research
Free


Grades Subject/Topic Kindergarten Trees Gr. 3 Growth and Changes in Plants Gr. 6 Diversity of Living Things Gr. 7 Ecosystems Biology 40S Biodiversity Gr. 1 Needs of Living Things Gr. 2 Growth and Changes in Animals Gr. 3 Growth and Changes in Plants (option) Gr. 4 Habitats and Communities Gr. 6 Diversity of Living Things Gr. 7 and 10 Ecosystems Biology 40S Biodiversity Title, Producer
K-12
Leafsnap HD Columbia and Maryland University
Comments Use the camera on the iPad to take a snapshot of a tree leaf. The program will attempt to identify what kind of tree it is, give you information on the species and even put the location of the tree on a map for everyone to see.
Possible uses Exploration Observation Identifying Classifying
Cost Free
Rating The database is of trees from eastern North America but they are expanding.
K-12
Nature Tap Green Mountain Digital
This is a pretty good field guide app in which you are presented with a screen of sorted thumbnails and you just touch one to get information. Narrow your search by colour or shape. Bird entries come with audio clips of their calls. Memory matching game (buggy on my iPad), sliding puzzles and photo quizzes included.
Research Activation Classifying Identifying
Free (For insects and a goodsized sample of birds) $0.99 each for more birds, reptiles and amphibians or wild flowers.
Beautiful photos. Easy to use. I couldnt help myself I bought more birds and wildflowers.


Grades Subject/Topic Gr. 1 Needs of Living Things Gr. 2 Growth and Changes in Animals Gr. 4 Habitats and Communities Gr. 6 Diversity of Living Things Gr. 7 Ecosystems Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy Title, Producer
K-10
WWF Together World Wildlife Fund
Comments Stunningly beautiful app that highlights endangered species around the planet.
Possible uses Activation Discussion Research Motivation Environmental citizenship
Cost Free
Rating Get it. Even just for yourself. It seems very well suited for younger students which would make me hesitate to use this with senior students.
K-12
Spacecraft 3D NASA
Demonstration Augmented Reality Activation allows you to look at a Discovery selection of NASA Research vehicles in 3D Exploration superimposed on whatever is in the view of your camera.
Free
This makes it worth buying an iPad.
K-12
SkyView Terminal Eleven LLC
Pretty good astronomy software. Augmented reality: Superimposes celestial objects onto the cameras view. Move it around to see the different parts of the sky. You can save or send photos. Will even highlight satellites and space debris!
Demonstration Discovery Research Exploration
Free
Cant scroll to any part of the map. You are stuck at what you are pointing the iPad at.


Grades Subject/Topic Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy Title, Producer
K-12
Classic Sky Map XO4
Comments Excellent star map that moves with your iPad, but you can drag the screen around with your fingers as well.
Possible uses Activation Observation
Cost $0.99
Rating Comes in French, according to their information, but it looks like you have to purchase a French-only version instead of just switching the app. Im happy with just the planets for now, Constellations would be my first add-on.
K-12
Planet Finder
K-12
Solar Walk
This is augmented reality astronomy software where you pick an object you want to see and the iPad will put cross hairs over top of the view from your camera. You move your iPad until the cross hairs and the object meet up. The free version allows you to only look for planets. Superb graphics and cool movement as you investigate the solar system and beyond. Animations with voice overs explain lunar phases, eclipses, and more.
Activation Observation
Free (constellations, stars and satellites $0.99 ea)
Activation Research Demonstration
$4.99
Worth every penny.


Grades Subject/Topic Gr. 3 Materials and Structures Gr. 5 Forces and Simple Machines Gr. 7 Forces and Structures Physics 30S & 40S Motion Dynamics Energy Title, Producer
3-12
Physics Pad Physics Pad HD Sumoto
Comments A blank screen and a set of drawing and action tools allow a student to create structures, moving machines and experiment on how they will work. Change gravity, friction. Add motors, ramps. You can export data from your labs.
Possible uses
Design Process Inquiry Experimentation
Cost
Free (but crashes on my iPad) $3.99 for HD
Rating Although this may be simple looking the physics simulation is very good. Still some little glitches, it takes a bit of time to figure out how things work. But, a lot of fun!
4-12
Gr. 10 Motion Physics 30S & 40S Motion Energy
Coaster Physics Kuan Yong
Create a roller coaster. Watch it or ride it. Graphs velocity, acceleration, G force, potential and kinetic energies as It travels.
Activation Discussion Demonstration Experimentation Investigation Design Process
$0.99
Cant export data or save graphs.


Grades Subject/Topic Physics Motion Title, Producer
10-12
Video Physics Vernier
5-12
Gr. 5 (possibly) Simple machines Gr. 6 and 9 Electricity Physics 30S and 40S Electricity Motion Dynamics
Xperica
Comments Very easy to use video analysis. Capture video directly into the app or import from your IOS device. Plots position and velocity graphs. Can import data into Verniers Logger software (untested). Use the Settings in your iPad to change the number of frames to jump for each mark. Free version has 4 simulations: Law of moments, Specific Heat of water, Resistance in series, Oscillations. Provides background information and links to Wikipedia. Experiment pack 1 ($3.99) adds 6 more experiments: Projectile motion, pulleys, hydrostatic pressure, Archimedes principle, Heat expansion of metals, simple pendulum.
Possible uses Activation Discussion Demonstration Experimentation Inquiry
Cost $2.99
Rating Cant scale the graphs.
Activation Demonstration Application Discussion
Free (Experiment pack 1 - $3.99)
Great looking simulations but most of the experiments have limited user control and not very conducive to real experimentation or inquiry. The most useful experiments: Resistance in series, pulleys, Archimedes principle, projectile motion.


10-12
Physics 40S
Static electricity
Electrons Urban Sedlar
10-12
Physics
Reference
iPhysics Mark Burkhardt
Comments When adding positive charges to an object you see the positive charges moving away from each other. However, only electrons move...so students may get the impression that positive charges can be added (not electrons removed) and that they distribute like electrons. Just a reference list of formulae and laws used in physics organized by topic.
Possible uses Activation Application Exploration Inquiry Discussion
Cost $1.99
Rating A somewhat good simulation of adding charges to circles or rectangular shapes. You can recreate capacitors and pithball situations.
Reference
$1.99
Separate iPhone version. Not really worth $1.99.
NO ONE!
Physics
Physics! & Physics! Pro
This app allows you to calculate values to physics formula. You simply enter in the variables you know and press calculate. The answer shows up. You dont see formulae. Pretty mindless. Dont let your students know about this.
Wasting your time
Free Pro - $1.00
STINKS! & STINKS! Pro Dont even bother. Not even worth downloading.


4-12
Gr. 7 Earths Crust Biology 40S Evolution
EarthViewer HHMI
Comments Watch the changes in the Earths crust and land formations from 4.5 billion years ago to present. Watch the changes in atmospheric temperature and display graphs of temperature, oxygen, carbon dioxide, day length and luminosity over Earths lifespan. Also see when in Earths history major geological, biological and impact events occurred. Fairly good tour of the human body, its organs and a little about health. Students can also identify foods on the food pyramid.
Possible uses Activation Discussion Research
Cost Free
Rating Awesome app from Howard Hughes Medical Institute which has been producing incredible, free educational resources for years. Go to www.Biointeractive.org for apps, simulations, videos, etc. Excellent teacher support.
3-10
Gr. 1 Senses Gr. 5 Healthy Body Gr. 8 Cells and Systems
HumanBio Cog
Demonstration Activation Discussion Research Exploration
Free
Although a stretch you might show the senses section to grade 1 students. The information is at a great level for middle years.


3-12
Gr. 5 Healthy Body Gr. 8 Cells and Systems Gr. 9 Reproduction Biology 30S
Anatomy 4D
Comments Augmented reality software that allows you to explore the human body in 3D, using the iPads camera. Toggle organ systems on and off.
Possible uses Demonstration Activation Discussion Research Exploration
Cost Free
5-12
Gr. 5 Healthy Body Gr. 8 Cells and Systems Biology 30S
3D Brain Dolan DNA
Excellent 3D representation of the human brain. Highlight and identify the different regions, parts, etc.
Demonstration Activation Research Exploration
Free
Rating WARNING anatomically correct male and female body. Even though you can toggle reproductive organs on and off, putting the integumentary system up to 100% shows everything and the app sometimes refreshes the entire body when you move around the iPad. Really good app. Although we rarely need to teach the parts of the brain it is still a good app to have.
5-12
Gr. 5 Healthy Body Gr. 8 Cells and Systems Biology 30S
Living Lung IsoForm
Excellent 3D representation of human lungs. Turn ribs, trachea, lungs on and off. Spin around. Change the breath rate.
Demonstration Activation Research Exploration
Free
Really good app. I really liked being able to look at the lungs from different views.


8-12
Gr. 8 Cells and Systems Gr. 9 Reproduction Biology 40S Meiosis Gr. 8 Cells and Tissues Gr. 9 Reproduction Biology 40S Meiosis
iCell Hudson Alpha
Comments Nicely done 3d tour of animal, bacteria and plant cells. Zoom in, spin around. Touch a structure to get either basic, intermediate or advanced information. Excellent 3d tour of an animal cell. Zoom in and out, spin around. The labelled cell is a 2D diagram that matches the 3D rendition. Touching structures sends you to an information screen with real photos of the structures stained in glowing dyes. Videos show several complicated cellular events. 3d images and animations of cellular respiration, photosynthesis, protein expression and RNA expression at the molecular level.
Possible uses Activation Exploration Research Review
Cost Free
8-12
3D CellStain Life Technologies
Activation Exploration Research Review
Free
Rating I like it. Well worth having. Definitely good for teaching and review. Exploring the cell like this is one of the great uses of 3d graphics. Nuclear structures are lacking. This is basically a sales platform for the company to sell fluorescent stains for biotechnology applications. Nuclear structures are lacking. Nevertheless, the 3D cell is a good tool. The videos are generally beyond high school students understanding. Requires a good understanding of the role of proteins, DNA and RNA to make good sense of it. However, it really does show just how complicated and awe-inspiring biochemical processes are.
11-12
Biology 30S & 40S Respiration Protein Synthesis Photosynthesis
VCell NDSU
Activation Review Research
Free


9-12
Gr. 9 Reproduction Biology 40S Meiosis
PlantHistLite Carolina
Comments Simple slide show with a small quiz on mitosis.
Possible uses Review Formative Assessment
Cost Free
Rating Not bad but not worth paying anything for.
8-12
Gr. 7 Particle Theory Gr. 8 Fluids Gr. 11 Gases
Atoms in Motion, Student Edition
& Atoms in Motion
Gr. 7 Particle Theory Gr. 8 Fluids Gr. 10 Chemistry Chemistry 30S Solutions
Salts: Atoms, Ions and Electrons Atoms in Motion
Good simulation with great information on particle movement particularly gases. Change the volume, temperature on noble gases and watch the changes. The free version only has one gas, you cant record graphs and the simulations referred to in the information dont work. You can save states for later viewing. Made by the same people who made Atoms in Motion, this app simulates interactions between ions. Also had great background information included.
Activation Instruction Demonstration Experimentation Inquiry
Free Student Edition, $2.99 for all features.
Really nice but I would have liked to see more about solids, liquids. You can sort of simulate these.
Activation Instruction Demonstration Experimentation Inquiry
$2.99
Really nice app I would definitely buy it for demonstration purposes and instruction.


Gr. 9 Atoms and Elements Gr. 10 Chemistry
Building Atoms, Ions and Isotopes HD Lite
8-12
Gr. 8 Fluids Chemistry 30S
Gas Laws
Comments A fair app that goes over historical development of the atom and asks students to give the correct number of neutrons, protons and electrons given the atom. The free version only has neutral atoms. Full version has ions, isotopes and a periodic table that will show the Bohr models of atoms you touch. Simulations of Charles and Boyles Laws (their website says Grahams law is coming). You manipulate either pressure or temperature and record the changes in volume (somewhere but not built into the app). The app tells you to graph the data and determine the relationship.
Possible uses Instruction Demonstration Review
Cost Free ($2.99 for full version)
Rating A little cludgey manipulating the protons, neutrons and electrons. Could have done a better job on that. Good review, reinforcement.
Activation Experimentation
Free
Not a bad simulation, but good thing its free. I wouldnt pay for this. Not sure what Lite means in this case, I cant find a full version. Probably a work in progress.

Lessons, Lecture-style Apps
Grades
Subject/Topic
Title, Producer
K-12
Life Sciences Physical Sciences Physics Chemistry Biology
Video Science Science House
Comments Dozens of teaching ideas presented using short videos. Geared toward the teacher, not students.
Possible uses Lesson ideas Activation Demonstration Experimentation Inquiry Design Process
Cost Free
Rating A lot of good, usually simple ideas for teachers to incorporate into their classrooms. A definitely good resource for all teachers. Really well-done lectures
9-12
Physics Chemistry Biology Math ...more

Physics 10-12, AP
Khan Academy
Well known lectures that are basically recordings of an electronic whiteboard with voiceover.
Resource Elaboration
Free
10-12
Intellective Physics Gyrovation, Inc.
Physics course with Resource Arcs lectures on Elaboration whiteboard with audio like Khan academy. Includes multiple choice quizzes as you go through the material and simulations to apply your understanding. Aligned with AP.
Free(?)
A little confusing. Khan Academy is a better choice.

Cool Apps
Grades Subject/Topic Problem Solving Title, Producer
K-3
Clara City (Clara and Her Sisters in the City) Canovia
K-12
Life Sciences
Please Touch Melbourne Museum
Comments Very cute game in which three sisters are asked by their father to find objects in the city. All communications are symbolic not written or spoken. The student gets the girls to walk to different shops and buildings to find the objects. A beautifully rendered and very imaginative virtual tour of the Melbourne Museum. Lots of information, pictures of wildlife past and present. Concept mapping app that allows you to quickly put down ideas, images, etc. Can pull images from the Camera Roll on the iPad Interactive whiteboard. With the Pro version you can invite people with the standard or pro version to draw or type on your whiteboard
Possible uses Activation Team work Problem-solving
Cost Free
Exploration Research
Free
Rating There is a science centre with a couple of neat little science experiments that the student can try out. The same experiments could easily be done in the classroom for a hands-on experience. Very cool very unique approach to a virtual tour. A lot of fun and informative.
1-12
Review Scaffolding Brainstorming Concept Mapping
Popplet Lite
Review Formative Evaluation Teamwork Planning Design Process Teamwork Design Process Brainstorming Review
Free
K-12
Collaboration
Whiteboard & Whiteboard Pro
I can see teachers doing whole class review or students creating concept maps of subject materials or teams brainstorming ideas. You can only draw using brushes (with full control over width and colour) but there are no shape drawing tools.

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K-12
Finding Apps
HotAppFinder
Free
I look at it all the time.
K-12
Finding Apps
App Hits
Free
This app will highlight apps that have dropped in price or are now free.

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Science News, General Information, Research

Grades Subject/Topic Title, Producer

Science 360 National Science Foundation

Best Science Facts Michael Quach

Free ($3.99 for ad free version)

(Stay away from Weird Facts by same producer.)

Activation Discussion Research (limited)

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Science News, General Information, Research

Astronomy Earth-Space Meteorology Technology

NASA App NASA

Astronomy Earth-Space Meteorology Technology

Multimedia stories on a wide variety of topics related to NASA research.

Activation Discussion Research

Astronomy Earth-Space Meteorology Technology

Free feed to NASA TV broadcast.

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Science News, General Information, Research

Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy

Click & Learn HHMI

Activation Discussion Research

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Possible uses Demonstration Activation Discussion

Color Uncovered The Exploratorium

Activation Demonstration Discussion Research

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Leafsnap HD Columbia and Maryland University

Possible uses Exploration Observation Identifying Classifying

Nature Tap Green Mountain Digital

Research Activation Classifying Identifying

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

WWF Together World Wildlife Fund

Possible uses Activation Discussion Research Motivation Environmental citizenship

This makes it worth buying an iPad.

Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy

SkyView Terminal Eleven LLC

Demonstration Discovery Research Exploration

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Classic Sky Map XO4

Possible uses Activation Observation

Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy

Gr. 6 and 9 Astronomy

Free (constellations, stars and satellites $0.99 ea)

Activation Research Demonstration

Worth every penny.

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Physics Pad Physics Pad HD Sumoto

Free (but crashes on my iPad) $3.99 for HD

Gr. 10 Motion Physics 30S & 40S Motion Energy

Coaster Physics Kuan Yong

Activation Discussion Demonstration Experimentation Investigation Design Process

Cant export data or save graphs.

iOS Apps Sampler for Science Education

Simulations and Interactive Apps

Video Physics Vernier

Possible uses Activation Discussion Demonstration Experimentation Inquiry

Rating Cant scale the graphs.

Activation Demonstration Application Discussion