Project 252

Showbie

Contributed by Enda (@donenda)
EdTech Tool Name:Showbie
Bref Description:Share documents, resources, etc. and collect work from students via tablet
Type of EdTech Tool:
  • Web (access through web browser)
  • Android (phone/tablet) App
  • IOS (iPhone/iPod Touch) App
  • IOS (iPad/iPad Mini) App
Website/Weblinks:
EdTech Tool Usage Keywords:assignments, iPad, 1-to-1, tablet, android
EdTech Tool Uses:Showbie is an tablet & smartphone app (can also be accessed via web) that allows teachers to share documents and resources with students, as well as administer and collect homework/assignments/etc. Teacher can bring materials from other app, add a PDF worksheet from iCloud or Google Drive, or digitise a paper document using iPad’s camera and then instantly distribute to students via a shared folder. Students work is automatically saved in one centralised location for teacher to review - teacher can then provide feedback and annotation via the digital pen tool or pin text comments and voice notes anywhere on the page, and add a final comment or grade to the gradebook. It is also possible to give parents access to their child’s portfolio and to include them in assignment notifications, etc. Full list of features at https://www.showbie.com/features/.
Education Level(s):
  • Primary (Senior)
  • Post-Primary (Junior)
  • Post-Primary (Senior)
  • Third Level/Higher Education
Academic Subjects:
EdTech Tool Pricing Structure:Free with restrictions, can be unlocked with payment