The document lists and describes 10 great apps for 8th grade science classes. It discusses what makes a great educational app, including being user-friendly, illustrating subjects well, and encouraging intended usage. The top app is DNA Structure, which teaches about DNA's double helix structure interactively and privately while following curriculums. Other top apps include Brian Cox's Wonder of Life for exploring biology worldwide, Froggipedia for virtual frog dissection, and Newsela, Project Noah and Khan Academy for their educational resources.

1. 10 Great Apps
for 8th Grade
Science Classes
By: Coleman Jarvis, Andrea Roten and
David Shew

2. 10 Great Apps
for 8th Grade
Science Classes
By: Coleman Jarvis, Andrea Roten and
David Shew

3. What Makes a Great Educational App?
● A great app is one that is user-
friendly, describes and illustrates
a subject well to a student or
audience, and encourages
intended usage.
● It should also fit into the overall
goal for the classroom, have a

4. #10: AR-3D Science
● This app helps students see
science in 4D
● It uses modern Tech in the
lesson
● It is something the students will
want to do and learn about

5. #9: Cell Structure
● This is a fun interactive app
that covers most biology
basics. It is very good at
showing comparisons and

6. #8: Khan Academy
● This app is a great tool to connect teachers and students
outside of the class. It can track students progress, and it
allows them to explore.
● It vary wide and deep range of material to use.

7. #7 Learn Biology
● This app is great for
learning all aspects
of a biology class.
● It covers all topics
and provides
illustrations
● Has good examples

8. #6 - National Geographic
Learning
NGL offers:
● Digital content and programs
for many subjects, including
science
● Includes “Our World” and
“Explore Our World” online
games, activities and *Recommended by Andrea

9. #5 - Project Noah
Project Noah offers:
● A virtual way to explore and
document wildlife and harness
the power of citizen scientists
everywhere.
● Enables students to be part of an
online community that *Recommended by Andrea

10. #4 - Newsela (For Science)
Newsela offers:
● Interesting news articles by
subject for students with enticing
photos.
● Reading engagement holistically
between teachers and students.
● Content and activities created for *Recommended by Andrea

11. #3 - Froggipedia
• This app makes dissecting a frog
easy and without all of the hassle
of a Lab
• It also allows you to see the life
cycle of a frog
• Has 3D interaction

12. #2 - Brian Cox’s Wonder of Life
• This app allows you to explore the
world on your Ipad.
• Travel the world an experience
nature just like you were there.
• Follow the Curriculum for Biology
• Easy to use and navigate

13. #1 - DNA Structure
• Learn about the Double Helix strand with this easy to use
app
• It is interactive, easy to use, and takes inside the DNA of
your body
• Privacy is protected by Apple
• This app follows the guidelines for your Curriculum

14. What Makes a Great Educational App?
● A great app is one that is user-
friendly, describes and illustrates
a subject well to a student or
audience, and encourages
intended usage.
● It should also fit into the overall
goal for the classroom, have a

15. #10: AR-3D Science
● This app helps students see
science in 4D
● It uses modern Tech in the
lesson
● It is something the students will
want to do and learn about

16. #9: Cell Structure
● This is a fun interactive app
that covers most biology
basics. It is very good at
showing comparisons and

17. #8: Khan Academy
● This app is a great tool to connect teachers and students
outside of the class. It can track students progress, and it
allows them to explore.
● It vary wide and deep range of material to use.

18. #7 Learn Biology
● This app is great for
learning all aspects
of a biology class.
● It covers all topics
and provides
illustrations
● Has good examples

19. #6 - National Geographic
Learning
NGL offers:
● Digital content and programs
for many subjects, including
science
● Includes “Our World” and
“Explore Our World” online
games, activities and *Recommended by Andrea

20. #5 - Project Noah
Project Noah offers:
● A virtual way to explore and
document wildlife and harness
the power of citizen scientists
everywhere.
● Enables students to be part of an
online community that *Recommended by Andrea

21. #4 - Newsela (For Science)
Newsela offers:
● Interesting news articles by
subject for students with enticing
photos.
● Reading engagement holistically
between teachers and students.
● Content and activities created for *Recommended by Andrea

22. #3 - Froggipedia
• This app makes dissecting a frog
easy and without all of the hassle
of a Lab
• It also allows you to see the life
cycle of a frog
• Has 3D interaction

23. #2 - Brian Cox’s Wonder of Life
• This app allows you to explore the
world on your Ipad.
• Travel the world an experience
nature just like you were there.
• Follow the Curriculum for Biology
• Easy to use and navigate

24. #1 - DNA Structure
• Learn about the Double Helix strand with this easy to use
app
• It is interactive, easy to use, and takes inside the DNA of
your body
• Privacy is protected by Apple
• This app follows the guidelines for your Curriculum