Revision season is almost here and some of our pupils will be looking for ways to use digital technology as they plough through their notes. There are plenty of subject specific revision apps out there but some of the more generic apps allow pupils to plan their study time, make their own notes and resources and so on. Here are some of the best generic apps:
1. Revision App - App Giant Ltd, iPhone/iPad
Perhaps the most appropriately named App, the 'Revision App' supports students with revison on the move with over 1 million revision notes, flash cards and quizes covering everything from GCSE, A-Level and University subjects. The app allows students to create their own flash revision cards with video, text or audio which can be saved for future revision sessions and sent to friends to support group studies.
The app accommodates different types of learner to help the student learn faster, whether they're a visual learner or they process information acoustically.
Price: Basic app is free. Add 69p for revision notes, flash cards and information on each subject.
2. Remember the Milk - Remember the Milk, iPhone/iPad.
Not only does this app have a great name, it's one of the best organisational apps out there. The app has an attractive and easy to use user interface, and lets the student organise and prioritise lists, revision sessions, reminders and tasks the way they want.
Another great feature is the ability to view, change and bookmark tasks from mobile to the web to apps including Outlook, iCal, Gmail, Google Calendar, Twitter
Price: Absolutely free.
3. iMindMap - ThinkBuzan, iPhone/iPad
One for visual thinkers and learners, iMindMap is a brilliant mind mapping application that turns an iPad or iPhone into a personal brainstorming and thought-structuring device.
The app is great for dyslexic students, who often find visual learning a helpful revision tactic. It's a unique workspace for brainstorming; revising, note taking and planning that will automatically cross-platform sync across iPhones and iPads.
Price: Absolutely free.
4. Oxford A-Z of Grammar and Punctuation - Mobile Systems, all Android phones.
This has 250 grammar themed questions, along with a lot of basic information about grammar and punctuation of the English language.
Not just for English students, this app will provide help across all subject areas and give students a boost to their grammatical skills.
Price: Absolutely free.
5. Exam Countdown - Richard Knights, iPhone/iPad
Counting down the days, hours and minutes until the next exam is high on the agenda of pupils. Being able to visualise the order of exams helps it helps to effectlively prioritise revision sessions for each subject and effectively prepare for their exams.
As the name suggests, this app is a countdown clock letting students input and know exactly how long they have before their exam dates. It's simple, but effective and allows students to fully prepare for all upcoming examinations.
Price: Absolutely free.
6. Notability, iPhone/iPad
Notability is one of the most popular handwriting apps on the market. The app gives pupilss the natural experience of writing on paper, with the added ability to take notes, keep sketches and share content through social media and E-Mail.
Notability is easy to use, and will quickly become one of the core productivity apps for students over the Easter revision period. Great for revision notes on the go, creating your own flash cards and keeping everything in one place.
Price: £1.99
7. Grammar Up - Eknath Kadam, iPhone/iPad
A fun way to brush up on spelling and grammar before the exams, Grammar Up is a multiple choice quiz system with over 1800 fun questions across 20 grammar categories. Grammar Up can help pupils improve their grammar, spelling, vocabulary and sentence structuring.
Price: £2.99 for the complete app.
Happy revising!
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