Slate Math

We tried a new math app today. Slate Math is a K-1 math app. Students create an avatar and then complete different math skills in each level.  I had students work in pairs. Each student created their user (avatar). Once we had everyone set up we had half of the class work on another activity while their partner completed a Slate Math level.  Once they completed a level they traded places with their partner.  They continued to switch back and forth.  The math activities were engaging and provided good practice of math skills.  Students can select which level they want to work on, but they seem to get progressively more challenging so going in order is probably best.

*Management Tip*
Downloading a new app takes time to install on all of the iPads. I recommend installing the new app the previous day or earlier.  It took some of the iPads over an hour to install the app.  I had a couple that seemed to freeze up and were stuck in the download process.