App of the Day picks are selected from the top edtech tools reviewed by Common Sense Education, which helps educators find the best ed-tech tools, learn best practices for teaching with tech, and equip students with the skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly.
Title: The Concord Consortium
Summary: Vast collection of science resources emphasizes written reflection
Pros: Free access to online manipulatives that promote the NGSS Science and Engineering Practices.
Cons: Some activities are Java-based and hard to use in schools.
Bottom Line:A selection of online science simulations paired with a teacher dashboard to track progress.
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