ModMath
By Debbie Gorrell,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Virtual graph paper helps keep math problems legible.
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What’s It About?
A blank sheet of graph paper appears when kids first open MODMATH. Tap in a cell, and a keypad appears. Kids then use the keypad to enter the numbers and symbols for their equations and hit the "done" button when they're finished. Icons across the top of the screen allow kids to add new worksheets, adjust the color settings, resize symbols, and access a detailed information screen. If they need to find a specific sheet, there's a searchable library. There's also an icon that kids can tap to manage their sessions; a session includes all the worksheets created on a particular date. Kids can email and print entire sessions or selected worksheets.
Is It Any Good?
It doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles, but its clean and simple design makes it an ideal tool for typing equations and their solutions. According to the developer's website, the app was initially created to help a child with dyslexia and dysgraphia. However, any child who needs to write and solve math equations could benefit from using it. Not only does the app help keep math problems legible, it also helps kids learn to use technology, an essential skill to master these days.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how to use the keypad. Spend some time working with kids to help them get the hang of it.
Have kids write a math problem on paper first, and then use the app to type the same problem. Discuss the importance of aligning place-value digits when solving equations.
App Details
- Device: iPad
- Subjects: Math: equations
- Skills: Tech Skills: using and applying technology
- Pricing structure: Paid, Free (The app is free, but two of the features on the tool tray (notes and photo library access) require the purchase of ModMath Pro for $4.99.)
- Release date: November 26, 2017
- Category: Education
- Publisher: Mod Math I.P., LLC
- Version: 2.3
- Minimum software requirements: iOS 8.0 or later
- Last updated: December 13, 2017
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