Blog Post 10: MobyMax

https://www.mobymax.com/

       
This blog entry is about MobyMax, a tool of my own interest from Dr. Wang's T3PP results powerpoint. MobyMax is an adaptive K-8 learning site designed to differentiate learning in order to find and close achievement gaps. It contains a variety of different resources such as interactive classes, games, activities, and assessments that all fit Common Core curriculum standards. It can be used by both educators and families to help students learn and achieve. 

        For ease of use, there is a dashboard for students that contains all the subjects that allow you to navigate to all the resources for the given subject. It is very easy to navigate and find either a wide range of resources or the specific ones you are seeking. Teachers and families can adjust resources to their student's needs, as well as view student progress in all areas. It is very straightforward from both the teacher's and student's views. 

        This site is super versatile. It has all common core subjects including math, numbers, science, language, vocabulary, and more depending on the student's needs. In each of these subjects, you can find lessons, interactive assignments, games, and assessments. You can use this site for students who need a lot of help in closing their learning gaps, or students who just want extra practice or resources. It can also be used for Special Education programs which are somewhat unique to this learning site. In the 7-Events Framework, I think this could fit into many different events. It could be used for teaching content in Event 4, providing guided practice in Event 5, providing immediate feedback on this practice in Event 6, and providing independent practice in Event 7. This just shows how versatile MobyMax is.

        For the overall likelihood of using this in my class, I'd say it was dependent on lots of things. If I could choose any adaptive learning site to use in my classroom, it would probably be this one. However, it is most effective when used by entire schools and districts, so it would be dependent on that. I could definitely see myself recommending this as a resource to parents, especially for students who need extra assistance outside of school with closing learning gaps. This is a great site with a ton of tools, and I can see myself referring back to it in my future career.

Sample Lesson activity: