15 Free Mobile Apps that Take Social Studies into the Future

Dr. Jenna Linskens
Presenter
30
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.88
Course rating
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Description

Would you like to engage and immerse your students in a variety of social studies topics? Would you like to take them on virtual field trips, help history come alive for them, send them to explore the wonders of the natural world, and more? Join Jenna Linskens as she shares 15 free mobile apps that support learning and allow students to demonstrate an understanding of social studies and history concepts. In addition, Jenna will cover effective uses for the apps and creative ways to incorporate them in the classroom, explaining how to use them to improve student performance and understanding of concepts so that students become creators of knowledge, not just consumers. Apps for all grade levels will be included in this whirlwind overview.

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Dr. Jenna Linskens

Dr. Jenna Linskens is the Director of Instructional Design & Educational Technology at Ithaca College. With 25+ years in education, she helps faculty with tech and e-learning. A CETL-certified leader, she was named to EdTech Insider’s 2020 Dean’s List of top Higher Ed IT Influencers.
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