Google Science Journal was a completely new tool for me, which was awesome! I always love coming across something new in an area that you thought you were quite educated in (like Google). As a future teacher candidate, these are the tools that I really appreciate being introduced to in the classroom so that I am able to work out the kinks and get familiar before I’m up in front of a class!

As Google says, “Science Journal ‘transforms your device into a pocket-size science tool that encourages students to explore their world.” Pretty cool, hey? I thought so! Google Science Journal works as a cloud-based program and is suitable for grade K-12 so it is super versatile! With the use of Google Science Journal, you are able to enhance the scientific experience with things like accelerometers and light meters, which can help with experiments, inquiries, and lessons!

 

The good:

  • Very interactive
  • Eco-friendly!!
  • Can be time-efficient for teachers
  • Always students to explore
  • Facilitates inquiry-based learning
  • FREE
  • Creativity
  • Enhance lessons

The bad:

  • Not every student has a smartphone and you cannot assume they will
  • Not all student thrive with technologies

 

As a future teacher, this app really excites me. I think that students would have the opportunity to fully engage and the different tools are plentiful and effective. I look forward to exploring it further and have downloaded it on my phone to do so! My goal would be to implement this app during a practicum lesson if applicable!