Showbie

Showbie

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Showbie: The Heart of Your iPad Classroom

Empower your students with personalized feedback and seamless digital workflows. Elevate learning with the all-in-one hub designed for the modern K-12 educator.

Publisher

Showbie Inc.

Category

Education

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

3.6/5

Total Ratings

5K+

Locales

20

See Showbie in Action

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

A graphic illustrating how Showbie simplifies collecting and reviewing student work through a digital workflow with teacher and student profiles.

A graphic illustrating how Showbie simplifies collecting and reviewing student work through a digital workflow with teacher and student profiles.

Reviewing annotated student work with digital ink and teacher feedback in the Showbie app

Reviewing annotated student work with digital ink and teacher feedback in the Showbie app

A screenshot of the Showbie app showing a student and teacher sharing pictures and videos of butterflies in a classroom chat interface

A screenshot of the Showbie app showing a student and teacher sharing pictures and videos of butterflies in a classroom chat interface

Showbie app interface showing a teacher providing verbal instructions and feedback using voice notes for a reading assignment.

Showbie app interface showing a teacher providing verbal instructions and feedback using voice notes for a reading assignment.

Screenshot of the Showbie app interface showing a real-time class discussion between a teacher and students about world landmarks.

Screenshot of the Showbie app interface showing a real-time class discussion between a teacher and students about world landmarks.

Digital student portfolio in Showbie app showcasing a timeline of school assignments

Digital student portfolio in Showbie app showcasing a timeline of school assignments

Showbie app interface displaying math class assignments organized by folders and due dates

Showbie app interface displaying math class assignments organized by folders and due dates

Showbie app interface showing a teacher assigning a grade and text feedback to student work

Showbie app interface showing a teacher assigning a grade and text feedback to student work

Showbie mobile app interface displaying a class announcement group for teachers students and parents

Showbie mobile app interface displaying a class announcement group for teachers students and parents

Infographic showing the four pillars of Showbie DNA of Learning including Direct Instruction Independent Practice Feedback and Assessment

Infographic showing the four pillars of Showbie DNA of Learning including Direct Instruction Independent Practice Feedback and Assessment

Elevate Your Classroom Workflow

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

🎙️

Personalized Feedback in Seconds

Ditch the 'paper mountain' and red pen. Use voice notes and digital ink to provide more meaningful, human feedback without the late-night grading burnout.

📲

The Ultimate Creative Hub

Simplify your 'App Smashing' by effortlessly collecting and reviewing work from thousands of compatible iPad apps in one central, secure location.

🎯

Real-Time Differentiation

Gauge class understanding as it happens and instantly distribute tailored materials to specific students to support diverse learning needs.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Showbie.

Description

Used by over 3 million teachers and students worldwide, Showbie is the easiest and most effective digital learning app to personalise assignments and feedback on iPad. DNA of Learning: Your Foundation for Student Success Showbie supports the improvement of everyday teaching and learning by elevating four essential strands of effective classroom practice - direct instruction, independent practice, personalised feedback and real-time assessment - all in one platform. Find out how easy it is to assign, collect and review student work from thousands of compatible iPad apps, or have your students complete assignments with Showbie’s built in tools. Provide rich feedback using digital ink, text and voice annotations right on images and PDFs, and then add your students’ best work to personalized digital portfolios that can be securely shared with parents. WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING “Showbie is my number one can't live without app! It makes the iPad workflow process a breeze! I especially love how it works seamlessly with so many other apps.” — Kristen Paino, Lead Technology Integrator at Avenues: The World School “I don't need to convince my colleagues that they need to use this app — it sells itself. I like that it gives me the flexibility in how I choose to grade my student's work, especially with the voice notes feature. There is no single third party app that I would rather champion.” — Suzanne Lustenhouwer, Teacher and iPad Coordinator, Apple Distinguished Educator “I love that Showbie is so versatile that the youngest of students can use it independently, yet it is appropriate for older grades as well. The ease of use makes it a great workflow solution for classes with iPads.” — Kristi Meeuwse, Kindergarten Teacher, Apple Distinguished Educator KEY FEATURES FOR TEACHERS & STUDENTS • Share work from thousands of compatible iPad apps in a few taps • Use the pen tool and pin text notes directly on any PDF or image • Gauge class understanding in real-time with minute-by-minute assessment • Instantly differentiate assignments and materials to specific students • Quickly distribute instructions and materials to your whole class • Chat privately with individual students to provide timely feedback • Record voice notes for verbal feedback or language exercises • Quickly review and assess batches of student work and provide rich, valuable feedback • Add student work to individual digital portfolios, or enable students to curate their own portfolios • Invite parents to view their student’s work and keep them informed of classroom activity • Can be used with any classroom subject • Available in 18 languages ENHANCED SHOWBIE PRO FEATURES • Record and track grades as numeric scores or letter grades, along with qualitative feedback • Provide richer feedback with more pen colours and line thicknesses, by typing on the page, or by pinning voice notes directly to student work • Record longer voice notes and videos and upload larger files • Lock assignments to control student access to documents and feedback • Give parents complete access to assignments in the classes you choose

Latest Version

8.3.1

Size

137.5 MB

First Released

Aug 7, 2012

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Showbie

What is Showbie and what does it do?

Showbie is a digital learning app used by over 3 million teachers and students worldwide. It personalizes assignments and feedback on iPad, supporting effective classroom practices like direct instruction, independent practice, personalized feedback, and real-time assessment.

Does Showbie provide personalized feedback for students?

Yes, Showbie supports personalized feedback through digital ink, text, and voice annotations directly on images and PDFs. It also allows private chats with individual students.

How do teachers use Showbie for managing assignments?

Teachers use Showbie to assign, collect, and review student work from thousands of compatible iPad apps. They can distribute instructions, differentiate assignments, and gauge understanding with real-time assessment tools.

Can students submit work from other iPad apps using Showbie?

Yes, Showbie allows students to submit work from thousands of compatible iPad apps. They can also complete assignments using Showbie's built-in tools.

Does Showbie allow recording voice notes for feedback?

Yes, Showbie supports voice notes for verbal feedback or language exercises. Showbie Pro offers longer voice notes and the ability to pin them directly to student work.

How can parents stay informed about their child's progress with Showbie?

Showbie allows teachers to invite parents to view their student's work and keep them informed of classroom activity. Showbie Pro gives parents complete access to assignments in chosen classes.

What exclusive features does Showbie Pro offer?

Showbie Pro features include recording grades (numeric/letter), richer feedback with more pen colors, typing on pages, longer voice notes/videos, larger file uploads, locking assignments, and complete parent access.

Can Showbie track and record student grades?

Yes, Showbie Pro enables recording and tracking grades as numeric scores or letter grades, complemented by qualitative feedback. This feature enhances comprehensive student assessment.

Does Showbie provide real-time assessment capabilities?

Yes, Showbie facilitates real-time assessment by allowing teachers to gauge class understanding minute-by-minute. This helps in immediate instructional adjustments.

Can students participate in class discussions within Showbie?

Yes, Showbie allows students and teachers to engage in class discussions through a chat interface. This supports collaborative learning and communication within the app.

Does Showbie support the creation of student portfolios?

Yes, Showbie allows users to add student work to individual digital portfolios or enable students to curate their own. These portfolios can be securely shared with parents.

Is Showbie available in multiple languages?

Yes, Showbie is available in 18 languages. This ensures broad accessibility for diverse educational environments worldwide.

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