How to use technology as a learning tool
With technology at your fingerprints, the learning possibilities are endless. Today, there are countless apps, websites and programs that can help you gain new skills and do well in school. However, it is sometimes hard to find the best resources for you.
Using technology as a learning tool is a great way to add to your CV, resume, or college application. Whether it be notetaking, revising or learning a random skill, below I outline some of the best ways to leverage the power of technology for your educational benefit:
Record your classes with Audipo
How many times have you sat in a lecture and absorbed absolutely nothing? Rather than having to borrow notes from your friend — who was probably also half-asleep — Audipo makes it easy to playback recorded classes.
All you have to do is record the audio from your class and upload it onto the app. Audipo allows you to change the speed of the recording, rewind and skip forward with ease. It even remembers where you left off, which is useful if you don’t have the time to sit through an entire recording at once.
Learn a language using Duolingo
Who doesn’t love the cheery, albeit somewhat threatening, Duolingo owl? Unless you’ve been living under a rock, it is likely that you have heard of this ever-popular language learning app (or at least seen the memes).
Duolingo gives you the opportunity to learn 22 languages for free. With an engaging and interactive design as well as a lesson plan for every level, Duolingo offers a personalised learning experience with immediate grading and motivating rewards.
Knowing multiple languages is a great skill to have, so if you have some free time I definitely recommend this one.
Take beautiful digital notes with Evernote
If you’re the type of person that prefers digital notes over paper, Evernote is for you. Digital notes have the advantage of being accessible everywhere, easy to read and eco-friendly. Available on mobile and PC, Evernote is my software of choice for beautiful notes.
Learn to code with Codecademy
In our increasingly digital and technology-driven world, coding is an in-demand skill. Codecademy offers free classes in 12 different programming languages including Python, Java, JavaScript, Ruby, SQL, C++, and Sass, as well as markup languages such as HTML and CS.
With just a little time, you can learn the basics of coding and add a valuable skill to your CV. Not only will Codecademy help your employment prospects but it is fun, interactive and engaging.
Gojimo markets itself as ‘the UK’s most popular revision app’. But even if you’re from America, you can probably benefit from this app. Gojimo gives you access to over 40,000 practice questions for free, including 28 GCSE subjects, 20 A Level subjects, and SAT, ACT and AP preparation.
It is a simple revision app which allows you to access special quizzes, track your progress and check off topics as you learn them.
Make flashcards using Quizlet
It is widely known that flashcards are one of the most effective study methods. Testing yourself not only helps the understand of your subjects but is also useful for memorising specific facts.
Quizlet is a great app/website to make (and share!) flashcards for free. You can even search for and access flashcard sets made by other students. Quizlet offers many ways of helping you revise flashcards, from regular testing to interactive games, there is something for every type of learner.
Previously known as iMindMap, AYOA is a Mind Mapping software tool. Mind maps are a great way of connecting ideas and summarising content, especially for messy learners! AYOA allows you to create beautiful, aesthetic mind maps to help you revise. You can try it for free.
Make a cheat-sheet with Cheatography
Cheatography is used by students and business professionals alike. In essence, Cheatography allows you to make your own cheat sheets as well as access over 3000 for free. There are resources about almost every subject in every language, so if you’re looking for some study material it is probably worth checking out.
Learn anything with Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a non-profit educational organization providing free expert-created content and resources on a variety of topics. Whether it be Maths, English or Cosmology, Khan Academy has a myriad of resources to help get you started.
There are resources for almost every course and year level, so it is my go-to source if I need some help understanding something or just want to learn something new.
Get inspired with some TED Talks
There are expert TED talks available for free on Youtube for almost every topic. Perhaps poetry is your passion, or maybe urban planning — whatever the case there is likely to be a TED talk for you. These allow you to get an insight into the greatest minds in different industries, broadening your horizons and expanding your knowledge.
Yes, it might be sitting and watching, but learning is never a bad use of your time.
I based these recommendations on my personal experience, are there any apps/websites I missed? Any resources I should check out? Let me know!
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