With so many educational apps on the App Store, there’s no limit to the learning possibilities at your fingertips. Take a look at some of our favourite apps for learning.
English
These apps help students master English at all levels — from learning how to read to practicing writing and grammar skills to studying classic literature.
Based on the best-selling novel, this interactive app contains both the abridged and full versions of the classic story. Learn more about Alice for the iPad
Understanding Shakespeare is a breeze with animated scene illustrations and inline modern translations of obscure words. Learn more about Shakespeare in Bits: Romeo & Juliet
Improve grammar and vocabulary with this multiple-choice quiz system featuring over 1800 questions in 20 categories. Learn more about Grammar Up HD
Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division have never been more fun. Get five Bingo Bugs in a row by correctly solving math problems. Learn more about Math Bingo
Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division have never been more fun. Maths with Mathaliens is an ideal way to master it all. Learn more about Mathaliens
This powerful app explains and helps you solve specific algebra problems with step-by-step instructions. Learn more about Wolfram Algebra Course Assistant
Mathematics
With interactive ways to learn numbers, master multiplication, solve algebraic equations, conquer statistics and more, these apps for all ages make maths more engaging, interactive and fun.
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Explore these apps and discover more about how the world works. Learn biology, physics, chemistry, anatomy, astronomy and more. And find field guides that you can take with you on your next nature hike.
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Ideal for students and anyone interested in the human body and how it works Learn more about Muscle System
Explore 384 contiguous MR slices in the three anatomical planes with this interactive lower-limb radiology atlas. Learn more about Monster Anatomy HD - Lower-Limb
Point your iPad toward the sky and discover stars, constellations and satellites in real time. Learn more about Star Walk for iPad - interactive astronomy guide
Browse high-resolution maps of the world from various periods throughout history. Learn more about History: Maps of World
Take a trip through ancient Rome with reconstructed 3D views of monuments like the Colosseum, Circus Maximus and more. Learn more about Virtual History ROMA
National Geographic Magazine has searched its vast archives to find its most memorable photographs. Learn more about National Geographic Photos
History and Geography
Browse apps for learning the history of the world from ancient times to the present day. View high-definition historical documents and maps, watch videos, play interactive games, read relevant quotations and more.
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Languages
For help with studying English as a second language or learning any new language, you’ll find apps for reading, writing, speaking, understanding and building your vocabulary.
SpellBoard allows you to create any spelling quiz in any language. Give yourself the added advantage, add SpellBoard to your learning toolbox. Learn more about SpellBoard
Go beyond memorising canned phrases with this unique language app that focuses on linguistic and cultural understanding. Learn more about Human Japanese HD
Hello-Hello Kids is the fun way for kids to learn a new language! Learn more about Hello-Hello Kids
Whether you’re a doodler or a professional illustrator, this drawing and painting app transforms your iPad into a digital sketchbook. Learn more about SketchBook Pro for iPad
A complete music notation tool with over 100 instruments that allows you to write and play back music wherever you and your iPad go. Learn more about Symphony Pro
This vector illustration app supports paths, compound paths, text, images, groups, masks, gradient fills and an unlimited number of layers. Learn more about Inkpad
Art, Music and Creativity
Experience the world of digital art with apps that can help you teach or learn how to draw, paint and even play a musical instrument. You can also create your own artistic masterpiece.
Reference, Productivity and Collaboration
Get things done and be more productive with study aids, apps for note taking, tools for collaborating and brainstorming, dictionary apps and more.
Take notes or keep sketches with this handwriting app that combines the gratification of writing on paper with the power of a digital organisation tool. Learn more about Penultimate
Organise your class schedule, keep track of homework assignments, make to-do lists and more with this app created for a busy student’s life. Learn more about iStudiez Pro
This revised edition includes hundreds of brand-new words and senses, as well as up-to-date encyclopedic information and extensive appendices. Learn more about Pocket Oxford American Dictionary and Thesaurus
This easy-to-use alternative communication solution offers an extensive library of symbols for those who have difficulty speaking. Learn more about Proloquo2go
This augmentative and alternative communications device helps people with speech difficulties construct sentences with a natural-sounding voice. Learn more about Assistive Chat
A great tool for nonverbal students, this app uses preloaded voices or lets you upload personalised photos and record audio to label images with a tap. Learn more about Scene Speak
Special Education
Make learning more accessible with apps that help people with visual and hearing challenges and different learning styles connect with the world in new ways.
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