{"id":37292,"date":"2023-01-24T13:49:24","date_gmt":"2023-01-24T11:49:24","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=37292"},"modified":"2023-01-24T13:49:24","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T11:49:24","slug":"5-ways-to-use-your-childs-smartphone-to-support-learning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/5-ways-to-use-your-childs-smartphone-to-support-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Use Your Child\u2019s Smartphone to Support Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"

A smartphone can be an essential learning tool for older school children. While it\u2019s not a substitute for teacher-led classes or peer interaction, mobile technology can serve as a helpful tool to supplement learning at school. Not convinced? Here are just a few ways that smartphones can enrich learning.<\/p>\n

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We’ve also taken it one step further with a few recommendations for some of the most useful Android apps for school children:<\/p>\n

A library in your pocket<\/h4>\n

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A smartphone can put a wealth of rich learning materials at a learner\u2019s fingertips. Check out Free Gutenberg Books<\/a> for access to more than 58,000 free eBooks, which will keep even the most curious young minds occupied. The Kindle<\/a> app is also a valuable resource for paid books. Better yet, if you don’t want your child on their smartphone 24\/7, then why not invest in a dedicated Kindle<\/a> or e-Reader<\/em><\/a> device for learning and reading?<\/p>\n

A virtual maths tutor<\/h3>\n

There are many great apps that children from the early years to Grade 12 can use to sharpen their skills in mathematics. MathU Infinity<\/a> has classes and exercises from top South African teachers and engineers, making learning more engaging and effective.<\/p>\n

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Personal organiser<\/h3>\n

Outside the classroom, kids and parents need to take responsibility for staying on top of homework, deadlines and timetables. MyHomework<\/a> is a homework agenda that makes it easy to keep track of assignments. School Planner<\/a> helps you keep your timetable and daily schedule near at hand and plan your studies accordingly.<\/p>\n

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Learn through video content<\/h3>\n

YouTube Kids<\/a> features video content curated for kids. The library is filled with family-friendly videos on all different topics \u2014 science, history, math, and some videos just for fun. While your child’s smartphone is a great tool for watching video content, a dedicated tablet<\/a> device for learning may also serve to be a worthwhile investment for your child’s school work.<\/p>\n

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A brilliant revision tool<\/h3>\n

Apps can also help older kids and teenagers later this year when they\u2019re preparing for exams. Local app\u00a0Afrika Test-Urself<\/a> lets you choose your grade and subject to download tests on specific areas of each subject. For older kids, the Matric 2021 app<\/a> offers one-stop access to previous years\u2019 exam papers across most subjects.<\/p>\n

Invest in a smartphone for your child that can handle the use of multiple apps. Search for the best price on a smartphone<\/a> with good processing power that will enable your child to access any learning app they may need for their school work.<\/p>\n

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