Instructional Software
In this section you find information on the different instructional software packages I learned about in the first unit of Instructional Technology.
In the Cobb County School System, they have 5 different software packages that are in use to help their students further their knowledge of math skills. Below you will find a brief description of the 5 instructional software packages.
In the Cobb County School System, they have 5 different software packages that are in use to help their students further their knowledge of math skills. Below you will find a brief description of the 5 instructional software packages.
- Fastt Math: This software helps students to develop quick recall of math facts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The program is set for 10-minute daily instructional lessons of practice and recall of math fasts.This program is meant for students in grades 2 and up.
- Fraction Nation: This program is for grades 4-8. This program helps students build fraction fluency. Fraction nation is based on 15 minute, lessons that are divided into targeted instruction, practice, and assessment. The program focus on fractions and decimals.
- Go Solve: This software is for students in grades 3-6. This program helps students understand and solve for word problems through the use of graphic organizers. The program is broken up into self-paced instructional sessions, guided practice(step by step), independent practice, and assessment.
- Mega Math: This software is a drill and practice game. It is great for students in K-6 grades. It helps students master math skills such as addition, subtraction etc., by use of games.
- Skills Tutor: This software is meant for students in grades K-12. The lesson are aligned with state and national standards. The software does not just deal with math but reading, language, writing, and science as well. Teachers can identify a students needs and adjust lessons and the software to meet the needs of the student. This program make be use on different types of devices such as i pads, phones, and computers.