INSTRUCTIONAL SOFTWARE

Name: Briana Smith

Software Title: Khan Academy
URL: https://www.khanacademy.org/
Function(s) of Instructional Software (check all that apply):
Drill and Practice Tutorial Simulation Instructional Game e-books/e-references
Features of the Software (check all that apply):
Assessment Monitoring/Reporting (Keeps track of student data and/or generates reports for
the teacher) Allows teacher to create customized lessons for students Multi-user or
collaborative functions with others in class Multi-user or collaborative functions with others
beyond local class Accessible to students beyond the school day Accessible via mobile
devices Multiple languages Safety, security, and/or privacy features
Strengths of the Software:
 Visual examples
 Tests and quizzes
 Multiple subjects
 Free for both students and teachers
 App available on Android and iPhone
Suggestions for Improvement: There is more math and science on this website than English and
Social Studies, so an English and Social Studies class might not find this website to helpful unless
they’re studying grammar, world history, or U.S. history.
Standards Addressed:
MGSE7.EE.3 Solve multistep real-life and mathematical problems posed with positive and negative
rational numbers in any form (whole numbers, fractions, and decimals) by applying properties of
operations as strategies to calculate with numbers, converting between forms as appropriate, and
assessing the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies.

Grade Level/Content Area(s): 6-12

Bloom’s Level of Critical Thinking Required (check all that apply). See
http://epltt.coe.uga.edu/index.php?title=Bloom%27s_Taxonomy
Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating
Description of how to implement in the class:

I would use Khan Academy in classroom by either having students go to the computer lab, bringing
in a laptop cart, or having them bring their own device to use in class. I would choose a section for
my students in advance. I would have my students go to the website and direct them to the lesson
that they’re going to learn and complete for the day. I would leave my students alone for the
assignment unless they need guidance.

Equipment needed:
 Computer, laptop, or cell phone