Final Thoughts By Bekii

I joined student innovators because I believe that introverted students find it difficult to ask questions to teachers and interact socially so having access to useful apps will make their eduction time easier and give them support throughout the academic year. The most useful app I discovered was BBC Bitesize as it has the ability to create a personal profile to track progress and weaker areas. The app is also available as a web version for those unable to access the app. I've enjoyed looking into different types of apps that I wouldn't have otherwise given a second thought and to be able to publish reports to advise others on which ones may be worth spending time on and which ones may not will hopefully help struggling students to survive their time in revision. I hope to continue next year in order to pursue this further and gain more insight which will help later in life with the career i wish to pursue.

BBC Bitesize By Bekii

Name of App: BBC Bitesize

Cost: Free

Device/s used: iPhone

Available on: Apple, Android & Online

What was good about this tool?

It is aimed at GCSE level and is split into separate years, subjects and topics with a miniature test at the end of each sub-topic to test your knowledge. You can also choose which exam board your school is using for each subject and all your selections are recorded to your profile. There is also pre-made flashcards which you can use for quick revision and videos to go into depth on topics you are unsure on.

What was bad about this tool?

There was some activities that required you to use paper instead of the app which i feel didn't suit the purpose of the app. There was also missing subjects that are not deemed as 'core' such as spanish and geography. the app also doesn't work without internet so cannot be used on the go without 3g.

How did you use this tool?

I think this app is useful if you know which topics you are weakest on in order to refresh your memory and is best suited to those sitting their GCSEs.