Benefits of Khan Academy
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Benefits of Khan Academy
Online resourceAbsolutely FREE!Available anywhere with internet access
Technology increases engagement
Videos can be paused and re-viewed
Limitations
Focus is on mathematics Extensive knowledge map
Limited science material…but it’s growing Biology Chemistry Physics Healthcare
Limited in other content areas Humanities, finance, and test prep
Benefits For the Student
Self-pacedAutomatic differentiationGoal setting for lessonsEnrichment opportunities
Goal Setting
Benefits For the Teacher
Immediate student data
Granular Student Data
Instant Class Data
Class Progress at Your Fingertips
Other Benefits for the Teacher
Increased student engagement means more time for one on one
Pre-testing for math is taken care of
Multiple uses – limited only by your imagination…
Many Uses of Khan Academy
• Remediation:•Virtual tutor, summer academy•Enrichment:•Access curriculum not available in district
•Online homework for snow days•Prepare for substitute•Teaching assistant/stations• Get students caught up from being absent•Warm ups (brain teasers, etc.)
…and to help guide:
students…
and parents…
You need to communicate!
A Class Website (easy communication)
There are many free ways to create a class website
Find one that suites your styleFind one that is easy to useFind one that allows flexibility
I chose weebly.com• QuestScienceGuy.weebly.com
For more informationwww.khanacademy.org/abo
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