Apps in Education : Google Lens : the app to help students with math & science homework : Let's see !

 

screenshot Google Lens app

via Google Education blog

https://blog.google/

Google announced last August, the release of new updates to its popular app Google Lens. Helping kids with lessons and homework, Google are always thinking on new products and features to help with staying in touch with teachers, and safeguarding kids when they’re online. 

"While all the changes seem useful, the one that really stands out from the crowd is the update to Google Lens. It was already a useful tool, but Google is adding a new feature that will allow it to help with solving difficult math and science questions."

With this new homework feature, not only does it function as a cool way to find information, but it could be a game-changer for kids who struggle with difficult math problems.

screenshot Google Lens app

via Google Education blog

https://blog.google/

Now, new updates to its popular app Google Lens. Students will now be able to use the app's homework help to get assistance with math and science. The way the new feature works is simple and easy. 

app Google Lens

via Pocket lint

• New features:

These features help improve comprehension and understanding of core topics. 

Visualizing STEM concepts can be hard without labs or hands-on learning tools. 

Now, students can see 3D content on Search for nearly 100 STEM concepts across biology, chemistry and more using compatible Android and iOS devices. If students search for “Quantum mechanical model,” they can view a 3D atom up close and use augmented reality (AR) to bring it into their space. Check out how to use 3D for STEM concepts. 

Google Lens homework help is here and it's a game-changer when students want to solve math and science problems.

screenshot Google Lens app

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• How to help kids with homework and learning from home: 

The feature is incredibly easy to use. To start with, you need to tap the graduation cap within Google Lens. From there, it'll prompt you to take a photo of the problem you need help with. Google Lens will highlight all of the equations or questions it sees, and you tap the one you're stuck on. Next, you'll have the option to copy the text, send it to your computer via Chrome, or edit the math equation.

It's not just a tool that provides students with the answer, either (though it does give you the answer in the end). Instead, Google Lens and Socratic will provide step-by-step instructions to solve the problem. 

It'll also show helpful explainers that will help the student actually learn to solve the math or science equation. After all, the point isn't just to find out the answer, but to understand how to reach it yourself.

screenshot Google Lens app

via Google Education blog

https://blog.google/

Students open Lens app, take a photo of the science or math problem and Lens will automatically provide step-by-step guidance to help them solve the problem and understand its explanation. Homework help is made possible through a partnership between Socratic and Google Lens. 

For those of you not familiar with Google Lens, this is an excellent app that allows you to use the camera of your phone to digitize the world around you. You can use it to:

• Identify plants and animals: Find out what that plant is in your friend's apartment, or what kind of dog you saw in the park.
• Explore places around you: Identify and learn about landmarks, restaurants, and storefronts. See ratings, hours of operation, historical facts, and more.
• Find the look you like: See an outfit that catches your eye? Or a chair that's perfect for your living room? Find similar clothes, furniture, and home decor to the one you like.
• Know what to order: See popular dishes on a restaurant menu based on reviews from Google Maps.
• Scan codes:Quickly scan QR codes and barcodes.*

Google Lens app

https://lens.google.com/

The feature is incredibly easy to use. To start with, students need to tap the graduation cap within Google Lens. From there, it'll prompt you to take a photo of the problem they need help with. Google Lens will highlight all of the equations or questions it sees, and they tap the one you're stuck on. Next, they will have the option to copy the text, send it to their computer via Chrome, or edit the math equation.

Students can use this to learn how to solve the problem and ultimately find the answer to the question. This same method applies to both math and science questions, though the type of results will vary.

G-Souto

02.11.2020

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Schools : Educational App 4 Science : DNA Play

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

It has been a surge of new scholarly communication tools in recent years.

DNA Play is an app that introduces kids to the basic concepts of DNA in an easy pure-play style.

The science behind DNA is as difficult to understand as it is to explain it to children. 

Avokiddo has developed a great app that is a awesome way to introduce children to the basic concepts of DNA by allowing them to experiment with the mystery behind DNA, and how it works, through play.

DNA PLAY by Avikiddo is an engaging app to help,kids better understand what makes each person different. 

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

Aims: 

Kids learn how to build creatures by completing a series of simple DNA puzzles. They get creative and experiment with quirky mutations of different body parts by altering genes. And have fun playing with their monsters and change their form in real-time while they dance, skate, eat or sleep!

Kids are encouraged to create monsters by completing DNA chains. They can do this in 3 ways: finishing a DNA chain puzzle piece, rearranging the chain and touching one of the many changeable body parts ( body, head, arm, legs,). Once the monster has been created the kids can interact with their creation (eat, skateboard, play games). The graphics are bright and make use of many different colours. The completed monsters can be saved to a monster library for future use and photos taken and saved to your photo library.

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

App:

Little scholars can create their own incredible monsters and transform them in real-time by building and tweaking their DNA! 

There are 200 billion unique life forms at their fingertips! 

• Create & Mutate:

Kids can start with a basic unformed figure and complete the gene puzzles to give it a fully grown torso, face and limbs. 

Then they tweak the genes or simply tap on the creature's body parts to trigger mutations. 

They observe how the tiniest change in the DNA code can lead to unimaginable new characteristics. 

They will watch their creature turn from yellow to red, grow pink hair and 6 eyes, have its ears transform into fish fins and its belly pop out and crave for food.

Best of all, these are emotional creatures with vivid personalities, so prepare to be surprised!

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

• Play & Explore:

Once kids complete all 6 body parts it's time to play with the monsters! Feed them, tweak them, push them, squeeze them, make them jump or slide! Go for a skateboard ride with them! Get to know their quirks.

• Do they enjoy being chased by an elephant or being hypnotized?

• Are they afraid of the dark?

• Discover what makes them sneeze, laugh or cry, how their voice changes after mutating their faces! 

Try, experiment and evolve! Why stick with 2 short legs when 4 tall ones are so much better for flamenco dancing? Keep transforming and observe which forms look better in various activities! Take photos and share your genetic blueprints so friends can clone your beasts. Build your personal library of ready-to-play monsters.

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

Features:

• A simple introduction to DNA, genes and mutations;

• Build over 200 billion unique creatures;

• Complete the DNA puzzles, swap their pieces to mutate;

• Tap on body parts to trigger random mutations;

• Plenty of unexpected and hilarious interactions:

• Transform creatures in real-time while they dance, sleep, eat, skate & more;

• Save your creatures in a ready-to-play library;

• Save snapshots of your creations stamped with their DNA code;

• Parents' section includes basic info on DNA, illustrated tutorial, interaction hints & play ideas;

screenshot DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

Level : Primary School education; Preschool education: 

Ideal for kids 3-7 years-old. The language is neutral game-play. Fantastic graphics, superb music and original sound design. No time limits, free-play style

DNA Play is designed to inspire kids and encourage them to ask questions, to push the limits of their imagination and show them how to inquire through experimentation! DNA Play is a fun free-play workshop and a wonderful introduction to a scientific field that encloses the mysteries of life itself.

Devices: 

iPad ; iPhone ; Android.

Download : iTunes ; Google Play.

Languages : 

• 
  
• English, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

Price: $2.99

DNA Play

http://avokiddo.com/apps/dnaplay/

Education:

"Create your own incredible monsters and transform them in real-time by building and tweaking their DNA! Over 200 billion unique life forms at your fingertips! "

The learning begins as students complete the DNA puzzles for each trait by matching up the DNA strand shapes. 

Once the puzzles are complete, that trait appears on the monster they are building. Then it is on to the next trait. 

These puzzles create the body, head, eyes, arms and legs and face of these silly monsters. The fun really begins! 

DNA Play

http://avokiddo.com/apps/dnaplay/

As children move the DNA strands around, different gene mutations appear and the creature’s appearance changes form. Through this app, little students begin to realize that different gene combinations result in different characteristics.

There are also fun and great accessories that appear on screen that bring the creature to life. 

Students will love watching their monster dance, skateboard and sleep. Or they can feed it pizza and other treats. The possibilities are truly endless and the play can go on and on for hours. Teachers must control the time to learn by playing.

No need to write about the importance of games and educational apps in School education. 

Today’s children are increasingly accustomed to consuming content in one short sitting. 

Games and apps are captivating tools to include in your lessons. You will be happy with the pedagogical results of your little students.

DNA Play

https://itunes.apple.com/

This app encourages knowlegde, research, and imaginary play. This app could be free. It's an amazing educational resource that is so important into science curriculum.

I also love how Avokiddo disguises important educational skills with play. As children are experimenting with puzzles, they are actually learning some incredible and valuable scientific knowledge in science. 

It is fun, educational, and silly. Exactly what a child needs! 

Information:  The educational digital resources and tools published on this blog are my own choice. I don't do endorsements or advertising.

G-Souto

19.11.2015

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Apps in Education :Depths, a game to explore the oceans

Depths | Immersive World

http://immersivedouro.com/games/depths/

Na pesquisa de novas ideias e/ou recursos educativos digitais para partilhar com educadores, de modo a integrar as ICT nos curriculos de forma criativa. E depois de The Tortoise and the Hare in AR, Janela para o Passado, Words (languages), Let's play the Flute, Caso Doca 21, eis uma nova aplicação (app), um recurso digital que poderá ser introduzido nos curriculos de  Ciências da Natureza.

Depths é um jogo produzido pela produtora portuguesa Immersive World, e foi lançado em 2014, primeiro para Android, mais tarde também para IOS.

Objectivos da app:

O projecto pretende levar os alunos/jogadores a explorar o fundo dos mares, através de um jogo com vários níveis: explorar; encontrar tesouros; gerir obstáculos naturais, sobreviver.

screenshot Depths game

http://a5.mzstatic.com/

Ensino:

Depths pode ser um recurso educativo que levará os alunos a explorar o fundo dos mares.

Um jogo interessante, interactivo, a utilizar na exploração do mundo subaquático, os oceanos, perigos e descobertas, nos currículos de ciências da natureza.

Depths é uma aventura subaquática que leva os alunos/jogadores numa jornada de exploração submarina que é uma “mistura de Time Trial e Exploração”. 

screenshot Depths game

http://a2.mzstatic.com/

A bordo de um submarino, o aluno/jogador poderá viajar através de um mundo misterioso de corais, ruínas e algas. 

Querem um recurso educativo digital mais apelativo? Estou certa que os vossos alunos irão aderir de imediato a esta actividade pedagógica, através do jogo.

A aplicação (app), anteriormente disponível apenas para Android, na Google Play, chegou mais tarde à App Store. 

Curriculos : Ciências Naturais ; Ciências da Natureza.

Níveis de Ensino : Ensino Básico : 2º ciclo, 3º ciclo.

Classificação : 9+ pelo uso pouco moderado de violência em desenhos animados e fantasia.

Apps : Gratuita - as duas versões são gratuitas. 

Nota: É imprescindível, como com todos os recursos digitais que utilizamos nas nossas aulas, fazer o visionamento prévio, reflectir sobre o conteúdo, e verificar se se adaptam ao nível etário dos alunos, e ao nível de ensino que leccionamos. 

Nunca introduzir um recurso educativo sem um cuidadoso trabalho de preparação e selecção dos recursos que pretendemos introduzir nos nossos currículos. 

Equipamentos: : iPhone ; iPad ; Android.

Compatibilidade: iOS 5.0 ou posterior. Compatível com iPhone, iPad e iPod touch. Esta app está optimizada para iPhone 5.

Onde encontrar:

Apple Store

Google Play

Depths is an original application (app) to explore the oceans. Created by a Portuguese entreprise, Immersive World, in 2014, first for Android, now iPad and iPhone.

screenshot Depths game

http://a1.mzstatic.com/

The ocean Depths' await! Hop on your Submarine, fill up your air tanks and dive into a vibrant underwater world!

Do you want  better way to introduce this awesome game into your sciences curriculum?

Depths is a free game, an exploration game for students with quick reflexes and agile minds. Wow! Your students will love to play it, learning about the oceans.

Depths | Immersive World

https://itunes.apple.com/

Education:

Fast Ocean currents, Giant Sharks, Wondrous sights, Ancient civilizations, Epic Treasure and much more await your students in the Depths.

Will they answer the calling? No doubt !

screenshot Depths game

http://a3.mzstatic.com/

But beware young Explorer, for the ocean Depths hold many obstacles, creatures and mazes!

In each Level, students/gamers must navigate their Submarine to the next Level's Doorway, collect the Lost Treasure and beat the Time Trial!

Curricula : Sciences; Environment.

Levels : Elementary Education +9 years-old due some soft violence of the design fantasy.

Apps : Free - both versions are free. 

Gadgets : iPhone ; iPad ; Android.

Compatibility : Requires iOS 5.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Where to find:

Apple Store

Google Play

screenshot Depths game

http://a1.mzstatic.com/

Some thoughts:

My usual readers know me, always searching new ideas and digital resources to help the integration of ICT in Education. Educational digital resources are fundamental tools in the XXI century.

Perhaps you still remember some of my posts on Portuguese apps The Tortoise and the Hare in AR, Janela para o Passado (Portuguese History), Words (languages), Let's play the Flute, Comics in Education : Caso Doca 21? 

There are so many games, apps, educational digital resources to include into your lessons, making learning fun, that you will find making some searching on  G-Souto's Blog along the years.

Important note:

Never introduce a resource into your lessons without prepare it previously. You must watch the game, app or other resource, analyze if the content is good or adapted to the age of your students, the level and the curriculum you are teaching.

Remember it! This preliminary work, a good preparation, is fundamental to the success of your lessons.

G-Souto

25.02.2015

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Apps in Education : Depths, a game to explore the oceans by G-Souto is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.